CHIARA: NATURALLY DYED WOOL SOCKS (STANDARD LENGTH)

Body: 90 % wool · 10 % unbleached organic cotton
Cuff: Same blend with a single hair-thin elastic filament (<1 %, cuff only)
Sizes: EU 38–45 ~ see chart for US/UK conversions

Chiara is our lightest wool sock, now coloured in small batches using natural dyes. Soft, breathable and suitable for year-round wear, these socks offer gentle warmth in winter and cool comfort in summer.

🌿 Natural Comfort in Every Thread

🎨 Naturally Dyed Colourways

Each pair is dyed by hand using traditional botanical dyes. Natural variation in tone is part of their charm — your pair may arrive slightly lighter or darker than shown, but always beautiful.

✨ Why They’re Special

• Lightweight knit for year-round comfort
• Naturally dyed using traditional dyes & methods
• Breathable, odour-resistant & non-toxic
• Elastic only in the cuff (<1%) for a gentle stay-up feel
• Biodegradable (remove cuff elastic before composting)
• Made in Europe in small, responsible batches
• Sizes EU 38–45

🧼 Care — Keep Botanical Colours Happy

WASH
• Hand wash or 30 °C wool/delicate cycle
• Use pH-neutral wool detergent only
• Avoid bleach, enzymes, vinegar, softeners, bicarbonate

DRY
• Line dry or lay flat in the shade
• Do not tumble dry, iron or dry clean

CARE TIPS
• Rotate pairs every few days
• Keep footwear interiors smooth
• Store with lavender or cedar

📏 In a Nutshell

• Fibre: 90% wool · 10% unbleached organic cotton
• Elastic: <1% hair-thin filament in cuff only (not touching skin)
• Colours: Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple, Pink, Terracotta
• Sizes: EU 38–45
• Packaging: Plastic-free & compostable
• Made in Europe

CHIARA: UNDYEED WOOL SOCKS (STANDARD LENGTH)

Body: 90 % undyed sheep wool · 10 % unbleached organic cotton
Cuff: Same blend with a single hair-thin elastic filament (<1 %, cuff only)
Sizes: EU 35–47 ~ see chart for US/UK conversions

Chiara is our lightest and softest everyday wool sock, made for year-round comfort. Naturally breathable and insulating, these socks help keep feet warm in winter and cool in summer.
No dyes, no bleach - just pure wool in its natural shades, blended with a little organic cotton for gentle comfort.

The only synthetic used is a hair-thin elastic filament in the cuff. It makes up <1% of the fibre content.

🌿 Natural Comfort in Every Thread

🎨 Undyed Natural Colours

Shade variation is natural and varies by batch.

✨ Why They’re Special

• Lightweight, breathable wool socks for all seasons
• 90% undyed wool · 10% unbleached organic cotton
• Elastic only in the cuff (<1%) 
• Naturally odour-resistant, antibacterial & moisture-balancing
• Plastic-free and biodegradable (remove elastic before composting)
• Made in Europe in small batches
• Sizes EU 35–47

🧼 Care — For a Long, Woolly Life

WASH
• Hand wash or 30 °C wool cycle with pH-neutral wool soap
• Avoid bleach, softeners, vinegar, bicarb, enzymes

DRY
• Lay flat or hang to dry in the shade
• No tumble drying, ironing or dry cleaning

CARE TIPS
• Rotate wears every 2–3 days
• Keep footwear interiors smooth
• Trim nails to prevent snags
• Store with cedar or lavender to deter moths

📏 In a Nutshell

• Fibre: 90% undyed wool, 10% organic cotton
• Elastic: <1% in cuff only
• Fit: Standard length
• Colours: Ecru White, Natural Grey, Natural Brown
• Sizes: EU 35–47
• Packaging: Plastic-free & compostable
• Made in Europe

WOOL JACQUARD SAMPLES – ERLANDI COLLECTION
6 × 10 × 10 cm Samples | Italian Merino Wool | Erlandi Series

To make sampling easier and more affordable, this listing offers the complete Erlandi Jacquard sample collection — featuring all six merino wool designs from our Italian-made series.

Each 10 × 10 cm (approx. 4 × 4 in) sample is mounted on sturdy card and clearly labelled with fabric specifications and prices for easy reference.

What You’ll Receive

• 1 × Erlandi – multicolour Jacquard merino knit
• 1 × Erlandi Storm – grey & black tones
• 1 × Erlandi Fire – red & terracotta
• 1 × Erlandi Frost – petrol & forest green
• 1 × Erlandi Berry – berry, magenta & lilac
• 1 × Erlandi Teal – teal, petrol & olive green

Each swatch represents the true texture, colour and weight of the fabric, helping you select your ideal material with confidence.

The Collection

• Material: 100% Merino Wool (Jacquard Knit)
• Origin: Italy
• Sample size: 10 × 10 cm (approx. 4 × 4 in) each
• Number of samples: 6 pieces
• Finish: Yarn-dyed, soft & breathable

Notes

These samples are intended to help you evaluate colour, pattern and texture before ordering full lengths.
Please note that minor colour variations may occur depending on your screen settings and natural light.

The Erlandi Collection brings together Italian craftsmanship, soft merino warmth and timeless Nordic-inspired design — now available as a complete tactile sample set.

EMMA: WOOL, COTTON & HEMP SOCKS (UNDYED, NATURALLY DURABLE)

Body: 60 % untreated sheep wool · 20 % unbleached cotton · 20 % hemp
Cuff: Same blend with a hair-thin elastic filament (<1 %, cuff only)
Sizes: EU 35–47 ~ see chart for US/UK conversions

Emma is our medium-weight natural sock, made from a durable, breathable blend of virgin wool, unbleached cotton and hemp. This clever construction offers softness next to the skin with the strength required for regular walking. Customers consistently comment on Emma's performance for hiking.

Undyed, unbleached, Emma showcases the natural variation of raw fibres, from optical wool white to creamy oatmeal.

The only synthetic element is a hair-thin elastic filament in the cuff, making up <1% of the total fibre content.

🌿 Natural Comfort in Every Thread

🧦 Natural Colour Variation

Every pair is unique; no dyes or bleaching used.

✨ Why They’re Special

• Medium-weight knit — ideal for year-round wear
• Wool for warmth, cotton for softness, hemp for durability
• Naturally breathable, insulating and odour-resistant
• Elastic only in the cuff (<1%) — gentle stay-up feel
• Made in Italy in small, responsible batches
• Plastic-free, compostable packaging
• Sizes EU 35–47

🧼 Care Instructions

WASH
• Hand wash or 30 °C delicate cycle with pH-neutral wool detergent
• Avoid bleach, enzymes, softeners, vinegar or bicarbonate

DRY
• Lay flat or hang in the shade
• Do not tumble dry, iron or dry clean

CARE TIPS
• Rotate wears every 2–3 days
• Smooth footwear interiors reduce abrasion
• Store with cedar or lavender to deter moths

📏 In a Nutshell

• Fibre: 60% wool, 20% cotton, 20% hemp
• Elastic: <1% filament in cuff only
• Fit: Standard length
• Colour: Undyed, natural fibre tones
• Sizes: EU 35–47
• Made: Italy
• Packaging: Compostable, plastic-free

Emma Socks – Naturally Dyed Wool, Cotton & Hemp | Durable & Breathable | EU 35–47

Body: 60% untreated sheep wool · 20% unbleached cotton · 20% hemp
Cuff: Same blend with a hair-thin elastic thread in the cuff only

Emma is our trusted medium-weight sock made from a clever blend of virgin wool, cotton, and hemp—durable enough for long walks and gentle enough for everyday wear. Now available in naturally dyed colours, each batch is unique and processed using only plants (with one exception—see below).

🧦 Natural Colour Variation

Each pair is naturally dyed by hand in small batches. Colours may vary slightly from batch to batch due to seasonal plant differences and hand-dyeing methods. Photos are representative — your pair may be slightly lighter or darker, but always beautiful and one of a kind.

🌿 Naturally Dyed Colours

🌟 Why They’re Special

• Medium weight – ideal for hiking and daily wear
• Clever fibre layout – for softness and duration
• Naturally insulating, breathable, and odour-resistant
• Naturally dyed with plant-based and traditional dyes
• Thin elastic thread in cuff only (remove before composting)
• Made in Italy in small batches
• Sizes EU 35–47 – see image gallery for US/UK size chart
• Plastic-free & compostable packaging

🧼 Care Instructions

• Hand wash or delicate 30 °C with pH-neutral wool detergent
• Keep out of direct sunlight (especially Yellow/Buckthorn)
• Avoid bleach, enzymes, vinegar, bicarb, and fabric softener
• Hang or lay flat to dry – no tumble drying
• Rotate wears for fibre recovery
• Smooth insoles extend sock life
• Store with lavender or cedar to deter moths

⚠️ Cuff contains minimal elastic (<1%) to keep socks up. Contact us if you have any fibre sensitivities.

EUROPEAN MERINO WOOL ~ Small farm production, Europe only productions, dyed to high oekotext standards in Switzerland.

This European Merino Wool 27 micron wool roving is available in 60 trendy colours including 10 trendy mixed colours.This wool is dyed with synthetic dye from Switzerland according to the standards of Oeko-Tex 100 and EU Ecolabel for textile products.

Responsibly Produced

This soft wool is produced in Europe, closer to home than your regular merino wool! The wool is produced on small farms in Europe and is mulesing free. 

Perfect for Felting, Spinning and Knitting

This European Merino Wool roving is a soft, voluminous and affordable all-round wool. It is great for wet felting as well as for needle felting, spinning and of course for XXL chunky knitting. All fibers align in the same direction and the roving has a regular thickness, making it an easy wool to knit with.

How long is this roving?

Wool is usually sold per weight. But sometimes you want to know how long the wool roving is. We have calculated the roving length of the different packages below:

• 50 grams = approx. 2 meters
• 250 grams = about 10 meters
• 1 kilo = about 40 meters
• Bump of 4.5 kilos = approx. 180 meters

Please note that this is an approximation. The length can vary per type of wool, per colour or per production. And the harder you pull, the longer the roving becomes.

Would you want to make sure you get the wool roving in one piece?

We try our best to deliver the roving in one piece. But please count in that even when we try our best we don’t always succeed. Sometimes we have no choice but to deliver the desired quantity in two or more pieces.

Woolwalk Sample Pack | 29 Felted Wool Swatches in Solid & Organic Colours

A complete swatch collection of our Woolwalk range — including 27 solid colourways plus 2 organic and cream variations.

This 29-piece pack is ideal for makers and designers who want to compare our woolwalk options before purchasing by the metre.

Each swatch (10x10cm) is:

• Neatly mounted on recycled card
• Clearly labelled with specs, colour name, and care info
• Ready to use as a design reference or for colour matching

Included:

• 27 x Solid Woolwalk colours
• Organic Fine Woolwalk
• Cream Woolwalk

Great for sampling weight, texture, and tone — ideal for garment making, accessories, and interior textile design.

Warmth and softness from the high plains of Tibet.

This exquisite fibre is the fine undercoat of the Tibetan yak, carefully combed by hand and naturally dark brown in colour. With a fineness of 16 microns, it rivals cashmere for softness while offering greater warmth and resilience.

Details
• Composition: 100% Yak Hair
• Fibre fineness: 16 Micron
• Preparation: Combed
• Colour: Natural dark brown
• Origin: Yak hair from Tibet
• Processing: Combed in Tibet

Uses
A beautiful luxury fibre for spinning, felting, and blending with silk, cashmere, or fine wools. Produces warm, soft yarns with a natural depth of colour and a gentle sheen.

Sustainability
Collected ethically from yak herds in Tibet, supporting local communities and traditional fibre production.

Dock Yellow Root – Cut
Source: Rumex spp. (Dock family)

Dock Yellow Root, cut and dried, is a traditional dye source used to create warm yellows and coral-pink tones on protein fibres. Thanks to its anthraquinone content, it offers colour versatility depending on the pH of your bath:

• In acidic to neutral conditions, expect golden yellows.

• In alkaline baths, it shifts to peachy or pink hues, particularly on silk.

This root also provides mild tannin action, making it suitable for cellulose.

Main Components:

• Anthraquinones

• Mild tannins

• Oxalates (naturally occurring)

Suggested Quantities (WOF):

• 30–50% for strong shades

• Simmer gently for 45–60 minutes

• Soak overnight to increase yield

Uses:

• Yellow and pink dyeing on wool & silk

• Alkaline baths for peach/pink tones

• Mild tannin pretreatment for cellulose

• Historical dyeing and iron modification

The Plant: Dock plants (Rumex spp.) grow widely in Europe. While often overlooked, the roots are rich in traditional dye compounds, producing yellow to coral tones with a rustic, natural charm.

Light Fastness: Medium

Form: Cut dried root

Tips:
Soak overnight before simmering. Adjust bath pH to explore colour shifts.

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Yeti Yarn ~ Black

50% Tibetan Yak Hair | 50% Mulberry Silk | Spun in Mongolia

Yeti is an exceptional yarn crafted from the downy fibres of Tibetan yaks and lustrous Mulberry silk. Soft, breathable, and naturally insulating, this yarn offers the best of both worlds: the warmth of yak and the elegance of silk.

Each skein is undyed, allowing the natural colours of the fibres to shine through. Whether you're knitting featherlight garments or weaving textural projects, Yeti delivers a fine handle, subtle sheen, and beautiful stitch definition.

Fibre Origins:

• 50% yak hair (Tibet)

• 50% Mulberry silk (China)

• Spun in Mongolia

Technical Details:

• Weight: Laceweight / Light Fingering

• Ply: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)

• Length: Approx. 466 m per 100 g skein

• Needle size: 2–3 mm

• Form: 100 g skein

Available Colours, listed individually:

• Snow White (natural off-white)

• Earth (warm medium grey brown)

• Silver (cool silver grey)

• Champagne (pale warm beige)

• Black (dark charcoal black)

• Silver Light (soft silver-grey)

Recommended Uses:

• Lace shawls and wraps

• Lightweight jumpers and layering knits

• Fine woven scarves or accessories

• Intricate lacework and texture patterns

Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water with a mild wool-safe detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

Note: These yarns are undyed. Expect some natural variation in shade between skeins.

Check out Criostal, designed by Albina from Lbhandknits — a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

Yeti Yarn ~ CHAMPAGNE

50% Tibetan Yak Hair | 50% Mulberry Silk | Spun in Mongolia

Yeti is an exceptional yarn crafted from the downy fibres of Tibetan yaks and lustrous Mulberry silk. Soft, breathable, and naturally insulating, this yarn offers the best of both worlds: the warmth of yak and the elegance of silk.

Each skein is undyed, allowing the natural colours of the fibres to shine through. Whether you're knitting featherlight garments or weaving textural projects, Yeti delivers a fine handle, subtle sheen, and beautiful stitch definition.

Fibre Origins:

• 50% yak hair (Tibet)

• 50% Mulberry silk (China)

• Spun in Mongolia

Technical Details:

• Weight: Laceweight / Light Fingering

• Ply: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)

• Length: Approx. 466 m per 100 g skein

• Needle size: 2–3 mm

• Form: 100 g skein

Available Colours, listed individually:

• Snow White (natural off-white)

• Earth (warm medium grey brown)

• Silver (cool silver grey)

• Champagne (pale warm beige)

• Black (dark charcoal black)

• Silver Light (soft silver-grey)

Recommended Uses:

• Lace shawls and wraps

• Lightweight jumpers and layering knits

• Fine woven scarves or accessories

• Intricate lacework and texture patterns

Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water with a mild wool-safe detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

Note: These yarns are undyed. Expect some natural variation in shade between skeins.

Check out Criostal, designed by Albina from Lbhandknits — a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

Yeti Yarn ~ Earth
50% Tibetan Yak Hair | 50% Mulberry Silk | Spun in Mongolia

Yeti is an exceptional yarn crafted from the downy fibres of Tibetan yaks and lustrous Mulberry silk. Soft, breathable, and naturally insulating, this yarn offers the best of both worlds: the warmth of yak and the elegance of silk.

Each skein is undyed, allowing the natural colours of the fibres to shine through. Whether you're knitting featherlight garments or weaving textural projects, Yeti delivers a fine handle, subtle sheen, and beautiful stitch definition.

Fibre Origins:

• 50% yak hair (Tibet)

• 50% Mulberry silk (China)

• Spun in Mongolia

Technical Details:

• Weight: Laceweight / Light Fingering

• Ply: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)

• Length: Approx. 466 m per 100 g skein

• Needle size: 2–3 mm

• Form: 100 g skein

Available Colours, listed individually:

• Snow White (natural off-white)

• Earth (warm medium grey brown)

• Silver (cool silver grey)

• Champagne (pale warm beige)

• Black (dark charcoal black)

• Silver Light (soft silver-grey)

Recommended Uses:

• Lace shawls and wraps

• Lightweight jumpers and layering knits

• Fine woven scarves or accessories

• Intricate lacework and texture patterns

Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water with a mild wool-safe detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

Note: These yarns are undyed. Expect some natural variation in shade between skeins.

Check out Criostal, designed by Albina from Lbhandknits — a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

Yeti Yarn ~ Silver Light
50% Tibetan Yak Hair | 50% Mulberry Silk | Spun in Mongolia

Yeti is an exceptional yarn crafted from the downy fibres of Tibetan yaks and lustrous Mulberry silk. Soft, breathable, and naturally insulating, this yarn offers the best of both worlds: the warmth of yak and the elegance of silk.

Each skein is undyed, allowing the natural colours of the fibres to shine through. Whether you're knitting featherlight garments or weaving textural projects, Yeti delivers a fine handle, subtle sheen, and beautiful stitch definition.

Fibre Origins:

• 50% yak hair (Tibet)

• 50% Mulberry silk (China)

• Spun in Mongolia

Technical Details:

• Weight: Laceweight / Light Fingering

• Ply: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)

• Length: Approx. 466 m per 100 g skein

• Needle size: 2–3 mm

• Form: 100 g skein

Available Colours, listed individually:

• Snow White (natural off-white)

• Earth (warm medium grey brown)

• Silver (cool silver grey)

• Champagne (pale warm beige)

• Black (dark charcoal black)

• Silver Light (soft silver-grey)

Recommended Uses:

• Lace shawls and wraps

• Lightweight jumpers and layering knits

• Fine woven scarves or accessories

• Intricate lacework and texture patterns

Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water with a mild wool-safe detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

Note: These yarns are undyed. Expect some natural variation in shade between skeins.

Check out Criostal, designed by Albina from Lbhandknits — a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

Yeti Yarn ~ Silver
50% Tibetan Yak Hair | 50% Mulberry Silk | Spun in Mongolia

Yeti is an exceptional yarn crafted from the downy fibres of Tibetan yaks and lustrous Mulberry silk. Soft, breathable, and naturally insulating, this yarn offers the best of both worlds: the warmth of yak and the elegance of silk.

Each skein is undyed, allowing the natural colours of the fibres to shine through. Whether you're knitting featherlight garments or weaving textural projects, Yeti delivers a fine handle, subtle sheen, and beautiful stitch definition.

Fibre Origins:

• 50% yak hair (Tibet)

• 50% Mulberry silk (China)

• Spun in Mongolia

Technical Details:

• Weight: Laceweight / Light Fingering

• Ply: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)

• Length: Approx. 466 m per 100 g skein

• Needle size: 2–3 mm

• Form: 100 g skein

Available Colours, listed individually:

• Snow White (natural off-white)

• Earth (warm medium grey brown)

• Silver (cool silver grey)

• Champagne (pale warm beige)

• Black (dark charcoal black)

• Silver Light (soft silver-grey)

Recommended Uses:

• Lace shawls and wraps

• Lightweight jumpers and layering knits

• Fine woven scarves or accessories

• Intricate lacework and texture patterns

Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water with a mild wool-safe detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

Note: These yarns are undyed. Expect some natural variation in shade between skeins.

Check out Criostal, designed by Albina from Lbhandknits — a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

Yeti Yarn ~ Snow White
50% Tibetan Yak Hair | 50% Mulberry Silk | Spun in Mongolia

Yeti is an exceptional yarn crafted from the downy fibres of Tibetan yaks and lustrous Mulberry silk. Soft, breathable, and naturally insulating, this yarn offers the best of both worlds: the warmth of yak and the elegance of silk.

Each skein is undyed, allowing the natural colours of the fibres to shine through. Whether you're knitting featherlight garments or weaving textural projects, Yeti delivers a fine handle, subtle sheen, and beautiful stitch definition.

Fibre Origins:

• 50% yak hair (Tibet)

• 50% Mulberry silk (China)

• Spun in Mongolia

Technical Details:

• Weight: Laceweight / Light Fingering

• Ply: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)

• Length: Approx. 466 m per 100 g skein

• Needle size: 2–3 mm

• Form: 100 g skein

Available Colours, listed individually:

• Snow White (natural off-white)

• Earth (warm medium grey brown)

• Silver (cool silver grey)

• Champagne (pale warm beige)

• Black (dark charcoal black)

• Silver Light (soft silver-grey)

Recommended Uses:

• Lace shawls and wraps

• Lightweight jumpers and layering knits

• Fine woven scarves or accessories

• Intricate lacework and texture patterns

Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water with a mild wool-safe detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

Note: These yarns are undyed. Expect some natural variation in shade between skeins.

Check out Criostal, designed by Albina from Lbhandknits — a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

Not sure what to give?
An AppleOak Gift Card is the perfect choice — simple, thoughtful and always appreciated.

Let your recipient choose from our full range of naturally dyed textiles, fibres, fabrics, dye kits, books, tools, socks, workshops and more.

Easy to use and delivered instantly, it’s the ideal present for makers, dyers and textile lovers.

✨ Why Choose an AppleOak Gift Card?

• Instant digital delivery

• Redeemable on everything in the AppleOak shop

• No expiry date

• Perfect for Christmas, birthdays, or creative surprises

• Flexible amounts to suit every budget

Give the gift of colour, craft, and sustainable creativity.

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Closing Reflection & Future Topics (20 May 2026)

Guided reflection and forward-looking discussion for professional natural dyers

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a series of open, guided discussions exploring the real management questions behind running a sustainable dye studio.
These sessions are informal yet professional spaces for reflection, knowledge exchange and community learning — hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA).

💬 This Session: Closing Reflection & Future Topics

🗓 Wednesday, 20 May 2026
🕡 6.30–8.30pm (GMT)
📍 Online via Zoom 

As we close this season of Dyeworks: Real Conversations, this final session offers space to reflect, share insights, and imagine what comes next.
Together, we’ll revisit key ideas from the past six months — from production and pricing to sustainability and studio growth — and look ahead to future themes and directions for the next series.

🌿 We’ll discuss:
• Reflecting on lessons and insights from the series
• Sharing studio developments and new directions
• Setting intentions and themes for the next Dyeworks cycle

🎟 What’s Included

• Live 2-hour guided session with Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• Informal, reflective group discussion — no slides, open sharing welcome

• 4-week replay access after the event

• Permanent replay access for Co~Lab members

🪴 About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation — but if you’d like to take part in the ongoing discussions afterwards, a Co~Lab Room membership might be your better option.
💫 Feel free to join us here:
👉 1 Year Co~Lab Room Membership

✉️ How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a follow-up email with:
1️⃣ A link to set up your free Natural Dyers & Growers Academy account (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Your Zoom link for the live event

Please RSVP on the event once inside the Academy so you’ll receive reminder emails before the session and a follow-up link to the recording (available for 4 weeks).

🌸 Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €10 ticket for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom inside the Co~Lab Room

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Facilities, Equipment & Water Systems (21 Jan 2026)

Guided conversation on studio setup, dye pots, and sustainable water systems for natural dyers

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a series of open, guided discussions exploring the real management questions behind running a sustainable dye studio.
These sessions are informal yet professional spaces for reflection, knowledge exchange and community learning — hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA).

💬 This Session: Facilities, Equipment & Water Systems

🗓 Wednesday, 21 January 2026
🕡 6.30–8.30pm (GMT)
📍 Online via Zoom

How can our studio setups and equipment choices support both efficiency and sustainability?

In this Dyeworks session, we’ll talk about workspace design, dye pot size and managing water systems responsibly in small-scale and professional dye studios.

🌿 We’ll discuss:
• Optimising workflow and pot size
• Yarn vs. Fabric setups
• Low-impact studios — pH control, reuse & filtration

🎟 What’s Included

• Live 2-hour guided session with Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• Informal group discussion — no slides, but participants may share images or examples

• 4-week replay access after the event

• Permanent replay access for Co~Lab members

🪴 About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation — but if you’d like to take part in the ongoing discussions afterwards, a Co~Lab Room membership might be your better option.
💫 Feel free to join us here:
👉 [1 Year Co~Lab Room Membership]

✉️ How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a follow-up email with:
1️⃣ A link to set up your free Natural Dyers & Growers Academy account (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Your Zoom link for the live event

Please RSVP on the event once inside the Academy so you’ll receive reminder emails before the session and a follow-up link to the recording (available for 4 weeks).

🌸 Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €10 ticket for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom inside the Co~Lab Room

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Full Series Pass

Six monthly guided conversations on sustainable studio management for natural dyers

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

Running a natural dyeing business means constantly balancing artistry, production, pricing and sustainability.

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a six-month series of guided discussions where we come together to explore the real management questions behind professional natural dyeing.

Each month we meet live online to reflect, share experience and discuss practical approaches to running a sustainable dye studio.

Session Topics

1️⃣ 19 Nov 2025 – Production & Colour Consistency
2️⃣ 21 Jan 2026 – Facilities, Equipment & Water Systems
3️⃣ 18 Feb 2026 – Pricing, Profitability & Quality Control
4️⃣ 18 Mar 2026 – Health, Safety & Studio Practice
5️⃣ 15 Apr 2026 – Marketing, Identity & Future Growth
6️⃣ 20 May 2026 – Closing Reflection & Future Topics

What’s Included

• Access to six live 2-hour Co~Lab sessions (Nov–May)

• Guided discussions hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• 4-week replay access after each session (Permanent replay access for Co~Lab room members)

• Save €10 compared to single tickets (€50 instead of €60)

About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation - but if you do like to join the possible discussions after, a Co~Lab room membership might be your better option. Feel free to join us here:

1 year Co~Lab room membership 

How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a follow-up email with:
1️⃣ A link to set up your free account on the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Within that is your Zoom link for the live sessions to RSVP

Once you have RSVP'd, You’ll receive reminder emails before each event and a follow-up link to the replay (available for 4 weeks after each session).

Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €50 full-series pass for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom in the Co~Lab Room

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Health, Safety & Studio Practice (18 Mar 2026)

Guided conversation on creating safe, sustainable and well-managed dye studios

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a series of open, guided discussions exploring the real management questions behind running a sustainable dye studio.
These sessions are informal yet professional spaces for reflection, knowledge exchange and community learning — hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA).

💬 This Session: Health, Safety & Studio Practice

🗓 Wednesday, 18 March 2026
🕡 6.30–8.30pm (GMT)
📍 Online via Zoom

How do we keep our studios safe, healthy and environmentally responsible — for ourselves, our helpers and our surroundings?
In this Dyeworks session, we’ll share approaches to handling mordants and dyestuff safely, improving ventilation, and building a sustainable studio culture.

🌿 We’ll discuss:
• Safe handling, ventilation and waste
• Sustainable waste streams and studio culture
• Communicating safe practice to assistants and students

🎟 What’s Included

• Live 2-hour guided session with Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• Informal group discussion — participants re welcome to screen share photos or examples 

• 4-week replay access after the event (Permanent replay access for Co~Lab members)

🪴 About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation — but if you’d like to take part in the ongoing discussions afterwards, a Co~Lab Room membership might be your better option.
💫 Feel free to join us here:
👉 1 Year Co~Lab Room Membership

✉️ How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a follow-up email with:
1️⃣ A link to set up your free Natural Dyers & Growers Academy account (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Your Zoom link for the live event

Please RSVP on the event once inside the Academy so you’ll receive reminder emails before the session and a follow-up link to the recording (available for 4 weeks).

🌸 Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €10 ticket for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom inside the Co~Lab Room

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Marketing, Identity & Future Growth (15 Apr 2026)

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Guided conversation on authentic marketing and sustainable growth in natural dyeing

Description

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a series of open, guided discussions exploring the real management questions behind running a sustainable dye studio.
These sessions are informal yet professional spaces for reflection, knowledge exchange and community learning — hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA).

💬 This Session: Marketing, Identity & Future Growth

🗓 Wednesday, 15 April 2026
🕡 6.30–8.30pm (GMT)
📍 Online via Zoom (Co~Lab Room)

How do we communicate what makes our work unique — and grow our practice sustainably, without losing authenticity?
In this Dyeworks session, we’ll explore ways of telling our stories, connecting with audiences, and developing sustainable strategies for creative and professional growth.

🌿 We’ll discuss:
• Balancing artisanal uniqueness with small-scale repeatability
• Circular systems and local storytelling
• Imagining sustainable growth — value, not volume

🎟 What’s Included

• Live 2-hour guided session with Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• Informal group discussion — screen share welcome, shared stories and reflections

• 4-week replay access after the event

• Permanent replay access for Co~Lab members

🪴 About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation — but if you’d like to take part in the ongoing discussions afterwards, a Co~Lab Room membership might be your better option.
💫 Feel free to join us here:
👉 1 Year Co~Lab Room Membership

✉️ How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a follow-up email with:
1️⃣ A link to set up your free Natural Dyers & Growers Academy account (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Your Zoom link for the live event

Please RSVP on the event once inside the Academy so you’ll receive reminder emails before the session and a follow-up link to the recording (available for 4 weeks).

🌸 Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €10 ticket for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom inside the Co~Lab Room

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Pricing, Profitability & Quality Control (18 Feb 2026)

Guided conversation on valuing your work, pricing honestly, and maintaining quality in natural dyeing

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a series of open, guided discussions exploring the real management questions behind running a sustainable dye studio.
These sessions are informal yet professional spaces for reflection, knowledge exchange and community learning — hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA).

💬 This Session: Pricing, Profitability & Quality Control

🗓 Wednesday, 18 February 2026
🕡 6.30–8.30pm (GMT)
📍 Online via Zoom

How do we value our work — and build pricing structures that reflect the true cost of time, skill, and materials?
In this Dyeworks session, we’ll look at how to approach pricing, evaluate profitability, and ensure consistent quality while maintaining sustainable studio practice.

🌿 We’ll discuss:
• Costing dye work honestly
• Building a balanced income model for sustainable practice
• Documenting batches for consistency and accountability

🎟 What’s Included

• Live 2-hour guided session with Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• Informal group discussion — no slides, but tools or examples welcome

• 4-week replay access after the event

• Permanent replay access for Co~Lab members

🪴 About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation — but if you’d like to take part in possible discussions afterwards, a Co~Lab Room membership might be your better option.
💫 Feel free to join us here👉 1 Year Co~Lab Room Membership

✉️ How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive an email with:

1️⃣ A link to set up your free Natural Dyers & Growers Academy account (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Your Zoom link for the live event

Please RSVP on the event once inside the Academy so you’ll receive reminder emails before the session and a follow-up link to the recording (available for 4 weeks).

🌸 Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €10 ticket for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom inside the Co~Lab Room

🌿 Dyeworks: Real Conversations – Production & Colour Consistency (19 Nov 2025)

Guided conversation on colour consistency, scaling and sustainable production in natural dyeing

A Co~Lab Series by the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy

✨ Dyeworks: Real Conversations is a series of open, guided discussions exploring the real management questions behind running a sustainable dye studio.

These sessions are informal yet professional spaces for reflection, knowledge exchange and community learning — hosted by Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA).

This Session: Production & Colour Consistency

🗓 Wednesday, 19 November 2025
🕡 6.30–8.30pm (GMT)
📍 Online via Zoom

How do we balance colour consistency, artistry and profit in natural dyeing?
In this conversation, we’ll explore practical approaches to scaling up dye work while maintaining quality and integrity.

We’ll discuss:
• Finding your ideal batch size for colour and profit
• Recording and adapting dye recipes for larger batch sizes
• Scaling up sustainably without losing quality

What’s Included

• Live 2-hour guided session with Jennifer (AppleOak FibreWorks & NDGA)

• Informal group discussion (screen share of images or examples are welcome)

• 4-week replay access after the event (Permanent replay access for Co~Lab members)

About the Co~Lab Rooms

The Co~Lab Rooms are the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy’s interactive membership area — a professional space for continued conversation, shared resources and community learning.
All Dyeworks sessions take place inside the Co~Lab Room via Zoom, with recordings and discussion threads available afterwards.

You don’t need to be a member to join the conversation - but if you do like to join the possible discussions after, a Co~Lab room membership might be your better option. Feel free to join us here:

1 year Co~Lab room membership 

How It Works

After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a follow-up email with:
1️⃣ A link to set up your free Natural Dyers & Growers Academy account (if you’re new to the platform)
2️⃣ Steps to access the Dyeworks: Real Conversations space
3️⃣ Your Zoom link for the live event. 

Please RSVP on the event so you will receive a reminder email before the session and a follow-up link to the recording (available for 4 weeks).

Access

• Free for Co~Lab members

• €10 ticket for non-members

• Hosted live via Zoom inside the Co~Lab Room

🌿 MASTERING BOTANICAL PRINTS ON CELLULOSE – ONLINE COURSE WITH ELISABETH VIGUIE-CULSHAW

Start Date: Monday 27th of April 2026
Duration: 8 weeks
Format: Weekly video lessons, downloadable PDFs, live Zoom support
Tutor: Elisabeth Viguie-Culshaw (The Indigo Plot / UK Guild of Weavers, Spinners & Dyers)

Ready to take your plant printing to the next level? Whether you're new to natural dyeing or want to deepen your practice, this immersive 8-week course offers the tools, techniques and confidence to master crisp, lasting botanical prints on cellulose fibres.

With Elisabeth’s expert guidance, you’ll explore the process of selecting local plants, understanding fibre and mordant interactions, creating controlled outcomes, and developing your own seasonal print sampler. No studio required - just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Once you book your place, we’ll guide you into the Natural Dyers & Growers Academy and give you full access to your course.

What’s Included

• 8 weeks of lessons with video content covering all stages of botanical monoprinting
• Printable PDF guides for each step
• 6 live Zoom Q&As with Elisabeth for support and community
• Techniques tailored for home setups - no specialist tools needed
• A guided final project to apply your learning
• 6 months access to course materials after the course ends
• 6 months Co~Lab Room membership for ongoing community connection

You’ll Learn

• How to select, scour and mordant cellulose fibres for optimal results
• How to identify, test, and work with local plants and dyes
• How to set up a safe, effective studio space at home
• How to build your own test sampler and analyse print outcomes
• How to move from “happy accidents” to intentional, repeatable prints
• Creative ways to connect with your environment, family and friends through printing

About the Tutor

Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw is a textile artist trained academically in Decorative Arts by Christies, she runs a sustainable dye studio in Glasgow in Scotland and grows an Indigo plant garden on the grounds of the Glasgow Botanic called #theindigoplot. She regularly travels to Asia to train with professional dyers.

She started working with Botanical printing in 2015 after being inspired by India Flint the Australian artist. During the Covid crisis she initiated “The True Colour of the Cotinus” a global online botanical printing project using the Cotinus plant leaves for blue print. She has gathered a large global community of eco artists around her digital studio.

She shares her knowledge locally from her studio, in regular international retreats in France and Thailand and online in live classes.

Who This Is For

• Fibre artists and crafters wanting to master plant prints
• Beginners to natural dyeing curious about controlled outcomes
• Students of the Academy ready for applied learning
• Gardeners, eco printers, and creatives inspired by seasonal making
• Anyone looking to map the plant world through their textile work

In a Nutshell

• 🍂 8-week tuition with video content & live course
• 📎 PDF guides & rewatchable lessons
• 🧺 Home-friendly, no fancy tools needed
• 🌿 Make beautiful prints with your local leaves
• 🎨 Starts: Monday 27th of April 2026

Give the gift of learning, colour and creativity.

Looking for a meaningful gift for a natural dyer, maker, or botanical colour lover?
Our NDG Academy Gift Cards are a wonderful way to support someone’s creative journey — with complete flexibility and no expiry date.

Redeemable towards any Academy course in 2026, including:

• Finding Joy in Botanical Dyes

• Eco Printing on Linen & Cotton

• The Magic of Natural Dyes & Cyanotype

• Wild Colour: Pigments, Paints & Inks

• Professional Toolkit

• 1 year professional natural dyeing course
  …and all upcoming 2026 workshops.

🌿 Gift Card Amounts

Choose from:
€50 · €75 · €100 · €150 · €250 · €300 · €350
(Or combine cards for larger amounts.)

Gift Cards can be used as a full course fee or a contribution toward any 2026 course.

🌟 Why Give an NDG Academy Gift Card?

• ✔ Perfect for Christmas, birthdays, and creative milestones

• ✔ Lets the recipient choose the right course for them

• ✔ No date commitment — join any 2026 short course

• ✔ Instant digital delivery
  

• ✔ A thoughtful, meaningful gift for anyone who loves natural colour

🎫 How It Works

1. Choose your gift card amount.

2. You'll receive a digital gift card instantly via email.

3. Forward it to your recipient, or print it to include in a card.

4. The recipient can redeem it at checkout on any Academy course in 2026.

💌 A Gift That Grows

Whether you’re gifting curiosity, inspiration, or a full learning experience, an NDG Academy Gift Card opens the door to a year of creativity, community and natural colour.

Start Date:  26th of January 2026
Duration: 4 weeks (4 x 2h evening sessions) Time: 6-8pm (Dublin time)
Format: Weekly live sessions + supporting resources
Tutor: Kari Cahill (Visual Artist, Producer & Mentor)

Build the confidence and skills you need to sustain your creative career. This 4-week online programme offers practical tools in organisation, finances, marketing and applying for opportunities ~ giving you a toolkit to support your practice with clarity and confidence.

Once you have booked your place, we will guide you through to the Academy and provide course access.

What’s Included

• 4 x 2-hour live evening workshops (6:00–8:00pm)
• Practical templates & tools for workflow & finances
• Guidance on documenting & presenting your work professionally
• Marketing strategies beyond social media
• Support on applications, artist statements & proposals
• Space for Q&A and tailored advice

You’ll Learn

• How to organise, document & contextualise your work
• Tools for budgeting, tracking income & planning finances
• Ways to share your work with confidence & authenticity
• How to apply for funding, residencies & exhibitions
• Professional skills to sustain your creative journey

About the Tutor

Kari Cahill is an artist and mentor with extensive experience producing exhibitions, residencies, and public art projects in Ireland and internationally. She co-founded Lay of the Land and Basic Space, has secured multiple Arts Council awards, and supports artists through mentorship in professional practice, workflow, and sustainable creative living.

Who This Is For

• Emerging and mid-career artists
• Makers ready to professionalise their practice
• Creatives looking to improve workflow & admin systems
• Anyone preparing for proposals, residencies, or funding

In a nutshell
• 🗂️ 4-week professional toolkit
• 💻 Weekly live evening workshops
• 📑 Templates & resources included
• 🎯 Practical, confidence-building skills
• 🧑🎨 Tutor: Kari Cahill