Natural Dyes 101
Workshop - Textiles | Available
This workshop will introduce students to “The Art and Science of Natural Dyes.” Students will work collectively to clean and scour various fabric swatches then pre-mordant them while building an indigo vat, and learn how to dye those fabric swatches then modify the colors. The workshop will focus primarily on the process of natural dyeing and developing an extended color palette. We will be using dried flowers, extracts, and other dye stuffs so students understand the whole process. All supplies included. Ages 14 and up.
***Class will not meet on Friday, October 31st.
- Registration for each student includes The Studio Formulas Set for The Art and Science for Natural Dyes. Students may wish to purchase the companion text, but it is not required.
Grace McFetters
Grace McFetters has studied various fiber arts since 2013, starting with knitting. She began to explore weaving in early 2017. Grace established her fiber studio, Transcend Fiber Studio, in 2018, and formalized her fiber business in early 2020. She has taught Ukrainian Easter Eggs since 2011, and began teaching fiber arts, including knitting, weaving, hand spinning, and dyeing since 2018. As Grace grows as an artist and continues learning new techniques, she continues to add to her teaching repertoire. She now teaches sewing, both by hand and by machine, as well as some fun topics like needle felting, wool painting, and textile collage!