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course outline

Introduction to Tie-Dye
- Meaning of tie-dye
- Types of tie-dye designs
- Materials and tools for tie-dye
Colour Manipulation and Motif Formation
- Definition of colour
- Classes of colours
- Formation of motifs for designs
- Using motifs to create impressions on the fabric
- Creation of patterns
Safety and Precautions
- Safety materials to be used when dyeing
- Proper storage of chemicals
- Proper handling of electrical appliances
- Importance of safety precautions
Preparation of Dye
- Meaning of dye
- Types of dyes
- Preparation of dye bath
Dyeing Processes
- Plain Dyeing
- Pattern Dyeing
- Finishing
Introduction to Batik
- Meaning of batik
- Types of batik
- Materials and tools for batik
Batik
- Wax Resist Method
- Starch Resist Method
Fabric Printing
- Meaning of printing
- Printing techniques
- Tools, materials and equipment for printing
- Motif formation
- Production process of fabric printing
- Finishing
Tie-Dye and Printing
- Tie-Dye Printing
- Bleaching

Topics

Wax Resist Method
Covers preparation of fabric, wax and other materials; waxing techniques and precautions; oxidation and de-waxing; and finishing.
Starch Resist Method
Covers meaning of starch; materials and tools for starch resist technique; preparation of paste; safety and precautions; different methods (stenciling, freehand drawing, screening, stamping); oxidation and removal of starch; and finishing.
Tie-Dye Printing
Covers introduction to tie-dye printing; techniques (direct, discharge, resist, transfer printing); materials and tools for tie-dye and printing; and finishing.
Bleaching
Covers meaning of bleaching; types of bleaching (chlorine, oxygen); materials and tools for bleaching (fabric, chemicals such as chloros, caustic soda, hydrosulphite); and application of bleach on fabric.