Workshop Info

Using only Natural Dyes (Indigo, plus one red and one yellow), participants will pattern a minimum of 4 fabric pieces using intricate or simple folding, clamping, stitching, or tying methods to restrict the uniform penetration of the dye fluids, resulting in surprising and gorgeously intricate fabrics.

Dyes will be prepared ahead of time (but brewing will be fully explained) to facilitate more time in creating pattern on fabric. Fabrics will also be prepped (scoured and mordanted, when needed) in advance. Students will leave with 4 or more pieces of dyed and patterned fabrics and a comprehensive handout of processes.

SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED:  Beginner with some experience

PREREQUISITE:  Experience in handling fabrics is helpful, but not necessary. More intricate methods will be possible with some handling experience (hand sewing, folding, ironing, etc).

HOMEWORK:  N/A

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE WORKSHOP?  Email dbmaccrea@gmail.com

THIS WORKSHOP IS HELD IN A HEATED TENT.  Your hands may be in and out of water throughout the session.

NOTE: Images are a representation of the workshop project. 

MATERIAL FEE:  A material fee of $75 will be invoiced by the instructor prior to the workshop.  It includes:  fabrics ( 4 or more pieces per student of cotton, linen, silk or silk/wool- all pre-mordanted if necessary, ready for dyeing), dyes and auxiliary dye materials, as well as printed handouts.

STUDENTS MUST BRING:  Comfortable clothes and shoes, an apron, rubber gloves and several gallon-sized ziplock bags to transport wet projects home.

We also suggest bringing a battery operated light should you need additional lighting.

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