NATURAL DYE WORKSHOPS
BUNDLE DYE WORKSHOP
Learn how to dye your own bandana or optional your own garment with bundle dyeing. During this workshop session we use natural materials like onion skins, flower petals, logwood and cochineal to create unique and colorful patterns on our textiles. You will be guided through the dye process step by step, exploring the diverse color variations of the different dye materials and igniting your own creativity as you create your unique dye pattern.
All dye materials, including the necessary equipment for the workshop session, as well as pretreated textiles, will be provided.
The workshop includes one personalized dyed bandana, which can be styled in numerous ways, whether adorning your hair or neck, complemented by dye samples.
The duration of the workshop session ranges from two to four hours, depending on how deep you want to dive into the process of bundle dyeing.
The price for the BUNDLE DYE WORKSHOP session starts from 65 EUR per Person.
DRAWING AND PRINTING WITH NATURAL COLORS
During this inspiring workshop session, you will create your own unique and vivid pattern using natural colors. You will learn the art of producing colors from natural dyes, allowing you to draw designs on textiles or use stamps to produce a beautiful pattern on the fabric. Let your creativity flow and create your very personal textile design. In addition, you will uncover the enchanting process of producing various color shades from a single dye material through the use of natural essences. Before creating your final masterpiece, you have the chance to practice on paper and textile samples.
The workshop package includes your personal custom-designed textile, which can be used as a bandana or as a charming decoration for your home. All dye materials and necessary equipment for the workshop session, as well as pretreated textiles, will be provided for your convenience.
This workshop session takes one hour up to three hours, depending on how deep you want to dive into the fascinating world of textile design.
The price for the workshop DRAWING AND PRINTING WITH NATURAL COLORS starts from 65 EUR per person.
DEEP DIVE INTO NATURAL COLORS
During this engaging and informative workshop, you will learn how to dye textiles with vibrant natural colors step by step. Starting from the essential equipment you need and how to pretreat your textiles. You will explore the various mordants used in the process, learning to mordant textiles and accurately measure the right amount of mordant solution.
You will also have the opportunity to delve deeper into the world of dye materials, discovering where to find dye plants in your everyday life. Together, we will create a dye bath using two different dye materials, allowing you to dye two beautifully unique bandana.
While the fabrics are soaking in the dye bath you will learn more about the history of dye materials to gain comprehensive knowledge about the world of natural dyes.
All dye materials, equipment, textile samples, and two pretreated bandanas will be provided by me and are included in the workshop session. In addition, snacks and drinks will be available to keep you energized throughout the six-hour duration of the workshop. This ensures that each participant has ample time to absorb all the knowledge and skills being shared.
The price for the workshop DEEP DIVE INTO NATURAL COLORS starts from 159 EUR per person.
EXPLORING NATURAL DYES AND THEIR ORIGIN
This workshop session is ideal for enthusiastic participants who are eager to delve deeply into the fascinating theoretical aspects of natural dyes. Participants will have the opportunity to learn extensively about various natural dye plants and their rich historical significance. The workshop will feature a thorough discussion on natural dye materials and their historical evolution. Through engaging discussions, participants will explore the traditional colors that were utilized to dye textiles in the past, as well as the numerous advantages that natural dyes offer. This two-hour workshop session promises to be informative and enlightening.
The price for the Workshop EXPLORING NATURAL DYES AND THEIR ORIGIN starts from 55 EUR per Person.