Basics of Natural Dyeing

Description

During this hands-on workshop, students will learn the basics of natural dyeing with shibori resist methods and experiment with various foraged dyestuffs to coax colors from nature.Natural dyeing is an ancient textile process that has been practiced for thousands of years around the world. Colors used in natural dyeing are often derived from various plant, mineral, and invertebrate sources, such as flowers, leaves, bark, wood, berries, roots, insects, fungi, lichen, food waste, and more. Throughout the class, we will discuss various methods for pretreatment or 'mordanting' fabric, mindful foraging and safe practices, and different techniques for creating color stories and patterns on cloth and paper. Participants will naturally dye fabric samples on paper and fabric, as well as a cotton bandana. All materials will be provided. Create beautiful, one of a kind pieces that can be enjoyed for years to come, while taking time to slowdown and appreciate the richness and diversity of plant pigments dwelling alongside us.Children 10 and over are welcome with an accompanying adult.