Natural Dyes 101 at Shed, PEC

This workshop offers an introduction to natural dye processes including mordanting, preparing plant-based dye vats, and post-mordanting. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of working with natural dyes and will create a dye reference booklet with a range of fibres including, cotton, silk and linen as well as a sample Shed’s very own alpaca. Additionally participants will each hand dye a cotton tote. We’ll explore foraging for colour and collect plant stuff for our dye vats from around the farm. Bring your curiosity and gather in good company. All materials provided.

Workshop – Natural Dying 101 & Botanical Dying – with Tania Love