Plant Dyes – BEA 2018 – with 20% BEA-Discount

Plant dyed fibers are surprisingly vibrant and bright. With the right precautions they are a true and sustainable alternative to industrial and synthetic techniques.

Some of the ingredients can be gathered in nature or grown in the garden quite easily, others you probably already have in your kitchen. During this workshop of six hours we will teach you the basics of natural dyes.
We will review suitable textile fiber types and show you how to prepare and mordant them. You will either dye a skein of wool or a piece of silk (approx. 175 x 35 cm) – applying the Itajime folding technique – while you can choose between several dye baths, that we will set up together. Further, we will colour various samples of fabric and yarn with seasonal dye stuffs that you can bring along or collect on the spot. (A list of possible plants will be sent to you by e-mail beforehand.) Each person will be given a sample card in which all results will be archived and labeled.
We will have a look at the durability of certain colours, learn about textile care and discuss no-goes, possible alternatives and aspects of sustainability.

Duration total:
6 hours

Direction:
Anna & Juan

Languages:
English and German

Level:
no previous knowledge required

Number of participants:
min. 5, max. 10

Price:
CHF 124 (regular ticket incl. 20% discount)
The price also includes a day pass for BEA 2018.

Material costs:
CHF 40
(Wool or piece of silk of approx. 175 x 35 cm, soft drink, printed instructions, giveaway etc.)

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