Dyeing to Make an Orbifold

Year: 2024 Authors: Bobby Stecher; Carolyn Yackel

Core claim

Physical constraints of folding, clamping, and dye penetration limit itajime shibori to seven wallpaper-pattern orbifolds.

Topics

orbifolds, wallpaper patterns, itajime shibori, mathematical arts workshop

Domains

plane symmetry groups, orbifold notation, geometry and topology, fiber arts, textile dyeing, pattern design, Japanese shibori

Methods

folding diagrams, clamp and resist dyeing, hands-on workshop, comparison of dyed samples

Media

cotton bandanas, handkerchiefs, resist blocks, fabric dye

Source status

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