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Natural Dye Workshop with with Papahoa Fibreworks
From Garden to Cloth- Learn how to create your own naturally dyed material
We’ve been colouring our clothes with plant-based dyes for thousands of years, but it is only in the last 200, since synthetic dyes have been introduced, that most of us have lost the knowledge to create beautiful natural colour at home.
This workshop allows you the opportunity to dip your toe into the world of botanical dyes and learn about the spectrum of colour and techniques at our disposal from garden-grown plants, foraged finds and even food waste.
We’ll also talk a little about dye plants, what colours they create and their place in history.
What you’ll learn
- Learn immersion and bundle dye techniques
- Create unique designs on two cotton samples
- Apply your skills to dye a silk habotai neckerchief
- Use your cotton samples for mending, sewing, quilting, or textile art
A gentle and creative introduction to natural dyeing – perfect for lifting the winter blues with a touch of colour.
You’ll take home
- A hand-dyed silk habotai neckerchief
- Two cotton sample pieces for future projects
- Foundational skills in botanical dyeing
Workshop Details
Date: Saturday 18 July 2 – 4.30pm
The Kiosk, Christchruch Botanic Gardens
Self serve tea, coffee & biscuits available throughout
Price: $150 Members ($175 Non-Members)or bundle with a CHS Membership for $215