In-person course
in Yate Maker & location details

Introduction to Natural Dyeing

Making

Cosmos Flowers in Dye Pot

Greenhouse fun

Eco Printing technique

Working in the greenhouse

Bundle dye technique

Making Bundle Dye Napkin

Cosmos flower

Harvesting

Eco printed napkin

Description

Exploring Natural Colour Come and spend the day with us (Stephy and Claire) as we explore the beautiful dye flowers and plants we grow here on our farm. In the studio, we will experiment with a variety of colour extraction techniques, including immersion dyeing, bundle dyeing, and eco-printing. The day will begin with a short introduction to our dye farm, our work, and a brief overview of natural dyeing. We’ll guide you through preparing textiles to ensure the colour forms a strong bond with the fabric—an essential step for any natural dyer. Next, we’ll create a couple of dye baths to take you through immersion dyeing and whilst things are cooking, we’ll take a tour of the flower patch and the greenhouse to discuss growing natural colour at home. Tea, coffee, and cake will be provided, but please bring a packed lunch. By the end of the session, you’ll take home samples of the techniques you’ve tried, as well as your own unique creations: an eco-printed silk neckerchief (approx. 50 x 50 cm) and a bundle-dyed organic cotton tote bag, perfect for showcasing the natural colours and patterns you’ve crafted. Please note: For our March event we will be using dried and/or pressed flowers from last year as this seasons won’t be in full bloom quite yet! Please can you let us know if you have any food intolerances/ allergies that we should be aware of. This can be done by adding a note to the message box once booked. Our farm is located BS37 postcode area, approximately 30-45 mins from Bristol, Bath, Chippenham and Stroud. Parking is available on site but no public transport links are available. Full address details will be provided upon booking.

What's included in the price?

By the end of the session, you’ll take home samples of the techniques you’ve tried, as well as your own unique creations: an eco-printed silk neckerchief (approx. 50 x 50 cm) and a bundle-dyed organic cotton tote bag, perfect for showcasing the natural colours and patterns you’ve crafted.