Description

Each full practical session covers various fabric design techniques runs for one-week Participants gain hands-on experience and create their own unique projects. All classes are held in our studio at 14 Bank Olemoh Close, Surulere, Lagos. You can choose from any of the design techniques. Courses available are in Ádìrẹ̣ Elẹ́kọ̀ (Cassava Starch), Ádìrẹ̣ Alábélá (Batik), Ádìrẹ̣ Oníkọ̀ (Tie and Dye) and Ádìrẹ̣ Alábéré (Stitch and Dye).  All courses are same as in the Virtual interactive classes except that you get to do a project for yourself.

Batik or Àdìre Alábéla Full practical In-Person Course

1. Tools and materials for batik
2. Stamping with a foam pattern (one – colour way design)
3. Stamping a check pattern
4. Learn how to make multiple colour distribution using the envelope pattern
5. How to do multi coloured design
6. Learn how to use Ankara or printed fabrics as background for dyeing
7. Learn how to create a crackle design
8. Hand waxing fabric (one – colour way design)
9. The dyeing process
10. The de-waxing process
11. Finishing
12. Make your own project