Colors of Nature: A Shibori Workshop Experience

There is something truly magical about watching colors rise slowly from nature—especially when those colors appear through the ancient and poetic art of Shibori.

In Turkey, I host natural dye workshops where we explore Shibori folding and binding techniques using plant-based dyes. Each workshop becomes more than just a creative session; it turns into a warm, shared experience. We fold fabrics, prepare patterns, laugh together, and wait with excitement to see what surprise tones nature has prepared for us. No two results are ever the same, and that unpredictability is the most beautiful part of natural dyeing.

One of the things I love most about these workshops is the people.

Every session brings new faces, new stories, and new connections. There is a gentle joy in creating something with your hands while meeting people who share the same curiosity and love for nature. It feels like a small community forming around color, craft, and creativity.

The Shibori process teaches patience, and the natural dyes teach us to embrace softness and imperfection. Together, they remind us that beauty is something that unfolds slowly, with intention.

We are also deeply grateful to La Porte Verte for giving us the space and opportunity to host these workshops. Their supportive environment allows creativity to flow freely and helps us bring the magic of plant-based dyeing to more people.

At Ham Fabrics, this philosophy guides everything we create—100% plant-based fabrics, natural dyes from plant waste, and handmade details crafted with care. Sustainability is not just our method; it is our mindset.

Shibori is more than a technique.

It is a shared moment, a feeling, a memory.

And I’m thankful for every workshop where we get to experience this together. 🌿✨