Katazome
In spring 2021, I received funding to produce new work using katazome, a Japanese resist-dyeing technique I learned while studying at Kyoto Seika University. The method involves hand-cutting an intricate stencil, which is used to apply a resist-paste to fabric before hand-dyeing. When the paste is washed away, the patterned textile is revealed.
I have now launched my first limited edition collection of hand-dyed table mats, available to buy on my website.
Ellen Martin Textiles
Edinburgh, Scotland
Katazome Table Mats, Ellen MartinHand-dyed Japanese cotton in a summery palette.
Coral Table Mat in Navy, Ellen MartinResist-dyed Japanese cotton table mat with a repeat pattern inspired by sea coral.
Katazome Table Mats, Ellen MartinMade from a beautiful Japanese cotton, the mats can be used together as part of a table setting or individually in any room.
Tatami and Kyoto Table Mats, Ellen MartinThe patterns on the mats were developed from original drawings and collages of details found in Kyoto.
Grid Table Mat in Peach, Ellen MartinOne of ten limited edition table mats made using katazome, a specialist Japanese resist-dyeing method. The process involves hand-cutting an intricate stencil to apply a paste to the fabric before hand-dyeing.
Katagami, Ellen MartinWork in progress - a katagami (stencil) is hand-cut using a craft knife. The stencil is used to apply a paste to the fabric before the dye is brushed on.
Katazome Work In Progress, Ellen MartinWork in progress - a resist-paste made from rice flour is applied through a stencil, then the fabric is stretched out while the paste dries.