The Wonderful World of Natural Dye
Saturday, August 29 • 2 - 6 pm
Discover the rich colors that plants, flowers, and natural materials can bring to cloth in this immersive, deep-dive workshop. Whether you're completely new to natural dyeing or ready to expand your skills, you'll spend the day exploring the complete natural dye process, from preparing fibers to creating layered color and one-of-a-kind botanical prints. Through a combination of demonstrations and hands-on practice, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of natural dyes and the confidence to continue experimenting at home.
In this workshop you'll:
- Learn the foundations of natural dyeing, including scouring, mordanting, and preparing fibers for lasting color
- Create a dye sample swatch book while exploring a variety of natural dye materials
- Experiment with bundle dyeing and eco-printing techniques using leaves, flowers, and other botanical materials
- Discover how modifiers can shift and expand your color palette
- Gain an understanding of how different fibers interact with natural dyes and how to continue dyeing at home
You'll leave with a collection of naturally dyed sample swatches, two 21" silk scarves (one bundle dyed and one immersion dyed), and one eco-printed linen piece—along with the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring natural dyeing at home.
Prerequisites
No prior experience required.
Supplies List
All materials are provided.