Cloth is tied into different patterns and arrangements using string and rubber bands, then having bleach applied to do a reverse dyeing of the cloth, revealing a beautiful pattern.

As seen above the cloth is tied into different configurations, as this will affect the final pattern that is created by the bleach as the folding determines which part of the cloth is exposed to the bleach.

Above are some of the results of the patterns i tried.

Application

Sewed the cloth into drawstring bags

Bleached an entire haori, the pattern turned out beautiful

reflections: I really enjoy this technique as the patterns created every time are different even if you try the same folding method. This unpredictability is what makes it fun. Each time you open the cloth it is like a magic reveal of colour and pattern and the abstract nature of the pattern makes it all the more beautiful. One drawback is that the bleach hurts skin and i had my fingertips burnt by the bleach so it is important to wear gloves when doing bleaching. However i feel the results are worth it and this is the technique i enjoyed the most.