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This class far exceeded my expectations. I came home with four beautiful pieces even though this was my first time dying.
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Enjoyed the class . Instructor was great as well as patient and helpful
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Great introduction class. Instructor was very knowledgeable as well as patient and helpful. Would recommend
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Excellent class! Instructor very knowledgeable and patient with students adopting a new skill. Learned a lot. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to know more about block printing.
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Karin explained the process and shared samples to kickstart ideas. She was knowledgeable, patient, and flexible.
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Great class and instructor!!!
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The Itajime Shibori workshop at Better than Jam was fantastic. Thoroughly throughout with lessons on how the technique was created from traditional to modern-day interpretation. Learning the process while making your dye pieces is thought-provoking and leaves you with a calmness that you will long for after you go. I've shown my work to friends and family, and they all rave for a piece. It now seems that I'll have to retake this workshop to have a couple of items for myself. I would recommend this class to everyone and anyone. 10/10. Thank you for such a great lesson on the Itajime Shibori technique.
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Loved this class! The instructor was super communicative and made sure we knew what to bring and what to expect when we arrived. The class was small and intimate and the instructor was able to give each one of us individual attention. I loved the pieces I created and felt really inspired from working with my hands all day :)
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Karin was an amazingly patient, supportive and attentive teacher. This was my first block printing class and she was able to teach in a way that was approachable, fun and made space for me to make errors/learn. Would definitely take another class with her! Also super fun space to learn in!
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Well thought out projects that were fun and rewarding to do. Excellent studio to work in and a talented, articulate teacher.
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This was a super inspiring morning! Loved the fact we could take our creations home with us. The teacher was incredible. Would highly recommend for anyone who wants to get crafty!
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Karin is a terrific teacher: she is extremely knowledgeable, shares information and explanations clearly, gave each participants the freedom to create while helping and clarifying as needed. I recommend this class highly
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loved the class. I will sure return to have more!!! The teacher is very patient (specially that I was trying to do a very difficult drawing) didn't rush me and taught us in a very patient and skilled way.
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The Instructor was well versed with the history & use of the Indigo dye. There was enough space & time to finish a number of items utilizing the different techniques.
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I’ve taken a couple of classes with Karin, previously Shibori, and it’s become one of my favorite hobbies! Karin is a great teacher, and finds the balance between assisting you in understanding the process while encouraging experimentation. I’m already signed up for more classes, highly recommend!
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Wonderful class. Nicely sized (we had 6 students in total). Paced well for beginners - there was sufficient time for pre-learning, and then trying out different techniques on 3 pieces (the studio provided tea white cotton towels / bandanas / totes). A lovely way to spend a Sun morning.
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This class is so much fun, and is an awesome intro into Shibori. Karin is a really great teacher, and it's so cool to walk out with three things that you've dyed yourself. Highly recommend it.
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Karin was patient, very encouraging and a great teacher. I learned a ton!
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Karin is wonderful and the class was a lot of fun, though relaxing at the same time. She was extremely generous with her time and allowed us to be as creative as we wanted. I would highly recommend booking her class!
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I feel comfortable and confident to use a sewing machine after this class, I got so much more from learning one-on-one than in a five day group course I took somewhere else many years ago. Karin is a wonderful, patient and encouraging teacher, her studio is so spacious and it was a great experience! Will definitely go back for other classes.
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The class was awesome. Karin was great to learn from and super helpful at guiding us along the process. We made beautiful pieces, and I had a blast playing with the dye techniques. I loved the class so much, I immediately signed up for more.
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Its impressive that so much creative activity is contained in the time of this class. You take home three distinct samples of your experience - two useful pieces of cloth and a beautiful silk scarf - dyed with Karin's fascinating collection of plant/mineral material and her extensive knowledge of techniques. I will pass no plant (only harvesting 30%), and throw nothing in the compost bin without thinking of it's future life as a source for dye.
The studio is easy to get to, steps from the L train and a little walk from the M.
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Karin is a great teacher and so friendly. I have taken a couple of her classes. This was one of my favorites. I will be back again for sure!
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Excellent intro to the art form and instructor was passionate about her craft, helpful and pleasant.
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This was a wonderful experience ! Karin was fantastic at teaching us the basics of indigo dye techniques, engaging with students and making the class a lot of fun ! I love my pieces and would 100% recommend this beginners class.
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I thought these class was fun. I was disappointed in the amount of work and supplies needed to work in this medium and the fact that the samples washed pale in the first wash. But I learned where I was making mistakes and enjoyed the class. Kerin was a good teacher and answered all my questions. I would take another class with her in the future.
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The instruction was fantastic! We learned so much in 3 hours, and had 3 dyed pieces to take home. It was a perfect balance of instruction and hands on. Great for beginners or people knowledgeable about dyeing and textiles.
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Can't recommend enough! I've been reading about natural dyeing for quite a while, and the hands on experience really solidified my beginner's journey. Karin is thoughtful with her explanations and clearly knowledgeable about the topic. I felt like I was able to explore creatively and also ask questions when needed. THANK YOU :)
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Such a fun class and very informative. Karin was a great instructor and I love the stuff I got to make!
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Karin was such a wonderful teacher & this class was so interesting.
I loved learning about all the materials and how the react with each other to create different colors.
Will definitely be going back to learn more!
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loved this class- Karin is amazing!
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So fun and informative. Will definitely take another class at Better than Jam, Karin is GREAT!
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The class was delightful. Karin was knowledgeable and engaging. When asked, she shared the history of Shibori in different countries.
I definitely plan to take another class.
Cheryl
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Karin was amazing and so patient with our class. Super nice and I learned way more than I expected when I signed up for the class on a whim. Her studio space is great and she is a wonderful teacher. I'll be taking more classes with her in the future!
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A great opportunity to explore indigo and shibori in depth. Each week a new method of dyeing (vat type) was introduced and lots of time given to different resist types (pattern making).
These classes are great for someone looking to utilize the great studio space and the expertise of the teacher while exploring different approaches to indigo and shibori.
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Entering the door of Better Than Jam's Studio located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, I was immediately inspired.
The space and interesting artworks around the studio increased my sense of anticipation.
Karin is a patient and thorough teacher. She brought a group of people with diverse backgrounds in arts through a series of well planned and practiced exercises. I left with three samples of different
processes utilizing natural dyeing as well as some Shibori techniques.
I look forward to further study with Karin.
Highly recommended.
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Really informative and thorough class! Karin keeps the material engaging and fun. I learned so much to improve and add to my dye projects. Very happy a printed syllabus was provided to I can refer back to it later!
Thank you!
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Love, love LOVE the classes I've had with Karin. She's a lovely instructor and is generous with her information.
I've taken three classes at Better Than Jam and I've enjoyed all of them and learned a bunch.
The studio is spacious and bright, and despite being a work space where lots of dyeing happens it's very clean.
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Recently, I enjoyed the pleasure of two of Karin’s classes! It is with great pleasure I highly recommend taking any of her classes. She is friendly, approachable, and most of all, an expert in her field. She began both classes with historical background on the subject matter, provided beautifully detailed examples, and exhibited enthusiasm for the projects to her students. I look forward to another visit to the city, so I can take more of her classes.
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This past Sunday, I took Karin's Reactive Dyes workshop. It was wonderful; she is truly a professional who knows alot about the chemistry of dyes. This is just what I needed. We did 3 different dye techniques, with enough time to explore each. Loved the shibori technique. I highly recommend this workshop.
Lauren H.
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Very informative! Great teacher, very knowledgable but very little time.
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Great class. Learned a lot, got to make cool stuff. Teacher was very cool and relaxed.
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Fun and informative. Great class!
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Awesome class. Presentation was great.
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Karin is great and I love her studio space. The class was small and we all had room to work. She had tons of great stuff she had foraged for herself and let us help ourselves to during the class. Will definitely go back for other workshops!
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I loved this class, such a wonderful mixture of science and art. Karin makes the experience both educational and attainable. I had so much fun and felt so comfortable I didn’t want to leave. It is an art form that is so magical. I will definitely go back for a more advanced class in the near future. I came home with some great pieces I can’t wait to wear in the world and tell everyone I made it!!
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Great class, informative, fun, and great for any level. Great value for the price, I would definitely recommend!
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I loved this class! Karin struck a wonderful balance with providing instruction and expertise and giving participants time to experiment with their own process.
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This class was so much fun and Karin is super knowledgable, organized and patient! I walked away with a very good introduction to a few main Shibori techniques as well as 3 beautiful pieces I am so excited about! Can see myself taking this class a few times to become more comfortable and then moving on to the next levels. Have already ordered a beginner indigo kit to start my home vat! Would definitely like to return! THANK YOU KARIN!!!!
Best,
Dina Jacobs
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Really enjoyed this hands on class. I felt a learned a ton about the process and multiple techniques. It was a level above my expectations. The instructor is very knowledgeable and generous with her time and resources. Left with some interesting pieces that I really enjoyed.
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I have to repeat because I truly enjoyed it.
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Wonderful Introduction to Shibori Dye Techniques! I am looking forward to taking more Shibori classes with Karin at Better Than Jam :)
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Fantastic class! So informative and Karin was awesome!
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Amazing morning. Beltway space. Great teacher.
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The class' was fun, interesting and well timed. The supplies provided were generous and each project was fun to do and then to see results. The teacher was good!
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awesome class!
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Karin was really informative and took the time to explain the thought process behind the use of certain tools, supplies & techniques.
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I really enjoyed this course and I would recommend it to anyone who is curious about how hand-made screenprinting works..!!
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Loved, loved this class. Brought my friend and my sister and we all had a fantastic time and make some really cool things. The best.
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I signed up for the class on two occasions to work on a special project. Karin is an extraordinary teacher, the environment is perfect and I was very happy with the results.
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Great class! Karin is extremely knowledgeable and patient. I have taken this class twice and am always so happy with the experience and the results.
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Karin, our instructor was amazing and generous with her time and knowledge. The workshop environment was spacious and well lit.
I will sign up for more classes with her!