Join me for a session of natural indigo dyeing. Learn about the indigo plant, the process behind extracting the celebrated blue color and practice a few basic shibori folding techniques. Each participant will receive two organic cotton bandanas to dye. No dyeing experience is necessary and all are welcome.
Learn about various plants and flowers that can be used for natural dyeing and explore the ways in which color can be extracted. Using a method called eco-printing, in which plant matter is placed on top of fiber, bound, and then steamed, color and form are transferred to the cloth. Students will learn about the different ways to treat fiber in order for color to stay fixed in the fabric, as well as the different types of plant materials can be use with this method.
Eco-printing is a natural dye technique in which plant matter is placed on top of fiber, bound, and then steamed allowing color and form to transfer to the cloth. Students will learn about the different ways to treat the fabric, as well as the different plants and flowers from the farm that can be used for this process.
Join us for an introduction to natural dye techniques. During this online demonstration, An will focus on several colors extracted from natural dyestuff as well as surface design techniques on fabric including shibori resist methods such as clamping and tying. This program will include demonstrations of process, color exploration, and technique.
Join us for an introduction to the world of natural dyes. During this online demonstration, An will focus on using materials commonly found around the home such as kitchen waste, everyday cooking ingredients, fabric remnants, plant materials, and old vessels. This program will include displays of materials and demonstrations of a basic natural dye process from fabric preparation to color extraction.
Join An to learn about the wide range of colors that nature can yield. Using in-season, plant-derived dyestuffs and other natural materials, you will have the opportunity to experiment with various colors and learn about the ways to prepare fabric for dyeing. A brief history of the practice of natural dyeing, the origins of dyestuffs and colors, and the science behind the process will be discussed. Each participant will take home one hand-dyed piece.
Join An, a DC-based textile artist, for a casual morning of organic indigo dyeing. Learn about the indigo plant, the process behind extracting the celebrated blue color, some shibori folding techniques, and dye your own indigo blue bandana. No dyeing experience is necessary and all are welcome.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so join us for our winter fabric dyeing workshop focused on the color pink! Participants will hear a brief history of the practice of natural fabric dyeing, Each participant will take home one hand dyed piece that can be used as a wall hanging or wearable garment. To view AAC’s complete schedule of classes and workshops visit: arlingtonartscenter.org/education
This workshop will showcase natural dyeing using kitchen compost materials such as onion skins, avocados, black beans, pomegranate, and more. You'll learn about the ways to prepare fabric and have the opportunity to see various colors extracted from the different dyestuffs. A brief history of the practice of natural dyeing will be discussed as well as the science behind the process.
Join three DC based natural dyers — @LilBitsCloth, @WildSkyStudio, and @AnMadeThis — for a casual afternoon of organic indigo dyeing at Milk Bar Flagship in Logan Circle. Learn about the indigo plant, the process behind extracting the celebrated blue color, a variety of shibori folding techniques, and dye your very own indigo blue bandana. Enjoy an afternoon Summer soirée with friends, snacks, crafts, and drinks. No dyeing experience is necessary and all are welcome!
Join textile artist An-Phuong Ly as she discusses methods of indigo dyeing. Participants will learn different ways cultures have manipulated the dye to achieve different designs and effects.
From indigo, to avocados, to onion skins — nature can yield a wide range of beautiful, colorful dyes. Using locally sourced plants, kitchen compost, and other plant based materials, you will have the opportunity to experiment with various hues and learn about the ways to prepare fabric for dyeing. With a focus on three primary colors, you will be able to accomplish a full spectrum of color during this session. A brief history of the practice of natural dyeing as well as the origins of some materials and colors will be discussed. The science behind the process, mordants, and modifiers will also be covered. Each participant will take home two bandana sized pieces, dyed in the colors of your choice.
Participants will learn about various plants and flowers that can be used for natural dyeing and explore the ways in which color can be extracted. Using a method called eco-printing, in which plant matter is placed on top of fiber, bound, and then steamed, color and form are transferred to the cloth. Students will learn about the different ways to treat fiber in order for color to stay fixed in the fabric, as well as the different types of materials that one can use with natural dyeing
