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 - including some foraged at Nature Linc over the summer. 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:
Dye Stuff Discussion & Cultural History
Fabric and Bath preparation Overview
Shibori Surface Design Instruction
Do it yourself!
Go for a walk / let the fabric soak
Show off your results!