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Summer Series: Intro to Natural Dyes

July 24, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

$25 – $55
View Venue Website, 318 SE Main Street #175, Portland, OR 97214 + Google Map

*This workshop will take place on zoom PST

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Instructor: Willa Goettling

Capacity: 20

Sliding Scale: $25 – $55

5 spots available at no-cost; BIPOC & 2S Prioritized

In this 2 hour online workshop, participants will learn the basics of using plant extracts to naturally dye plant-based fibers such as cotton and linen. The class will cover how to prepare fabrics for dyeing, create dye baths from a variety of plant materials, learn techniques for patterning, and tips for post-dye care to achieve rich, long-lasting colors. This workshop is demonstration-based, so participants are not required to purchase materials beforehand. A material list is provided below in case participants would like to follow along.

Materials List:

Aluminum acetate

Soda ash

Stainless steel or enamel pot (not to be used for cooking food after)

Non-pigmented (or white) cotton, linen, or hemp cloth. Old cotton or linen clothes work great.

Natural dye or pigment

Non-reactive spoon (wood or stainless steel) for stirring

Optional: kitchen scale & thermometer. Rubber bands and small rocks for patterning.

Venue

318 SE Main Street #175
Portland, OR 97214
+ Google Map
Phone
503-827-0249
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Organizer

Phone:
503-827-0249
Email:
info@iprc.org
Website:
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