Natural Dye Workshop

By Farrington Nature Linc

Come explore the world of natural color with an introduction to dyeing fabric with plants! You will create your own set of 4 dyed cotton napkins using plants .

dyed napkin next to a person holding natural dyes

.: Saturday, March 9 1pm – 3:30pm.

Ages: 18 and Adults.

Contact

Cost

$35 per adult

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  • In-person only.

Farrington Nature Linc

295 Cambridge Turnpike
Lincoln, MA 01773
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Outside Cambridge

Additional information

Different surface techniques will be explored including creating resists on fabric with natural materials.

 

Different surface techniques will be explored including creating resists on fabric with natural materials using 3 dye baths (madder/ Red, Marigold/ Goldenrod, brown/black walnut).

Topics Covered:

  1. Dye Stuff Discussion & Cultural History

  2. Fabric and Bath preparation Overview

  3. Shibori Surface Design Instruction

  4. Do it yourself!

  5. Go for a walk / let the fabric soak

  6. Show off your results!