Join on a lively Saturday and dive deep into the enchanting world of natural dyes. Together, you will discover the art of colouring fabrics with pigments derived from plants, offering a more eco-friendly and less toxic alternative to synthetic dyes that dominate the fashion industry.
What will be covered?
- Understanding natural dyes
- Identification dye sources
- Exploration of different types of fibres and their impact on dyeing process
- Use of mordants
- Caring for clothes after dyeing
Included
- Materials needed for workshop; dyes, mordants and second-hand clothes generously provided by SwapShop Fashion Street. Feel free to contribute by bringing your own used items to add to the SwapShop.
- The workshop is in English and suitable for all levels, whether you are a beginner or have some experience with natural dyes. Embark on this colourful journey, experiment and inspire each other to further explore the beauty of natural shades.
