Linen Cotton natural dyeing workshop poster
During the workshop
in the dye room
Workshop set up
mordanting linen scarves
Linen scarves
madder bath
NATURAL DYEING ~ The Basics including Indigo ~ 2 days
Linen Cotton natural dyeing workshop poster
During the workshop
in the dye room
Workshop set up
mordanting linen scarves
Linen scarves
madder bath
NATURAL DYEING ~ The Basics including Indigo ~ 2 days

NATURAL DYEING ~ The Basics including Indigo ~ 2 days

€250,00 Save €-250,00
A 2 day workshop learning  how to dye natural fibre
You can only bend the rules, if you know them
Natural dyeing is a never ending journey, filled with surprises, wonder and a joy. It is even more enjoyable, when we know, what it is we are actually working with. Don't get me wrong, there will always be surprises, natural dyeing won't let you down, but to know when, why and what to use as a mordant and dye can open up an entire new horizon!
As a professional dyer I feel it is my duty, to make sure, that you know how to use natural dyes properly :) I will be teaching you how to naturally dye your own yarn, fabric & wardrobe using sustainable and Eco friendly methods. You will learn about blue dyeing (indigo), mordants, the importance of plant knowledge, importance of dye plants and why, what your kitchen, garden & local hedgerows have to offer, how to extract dye successfully and having fun doing it! We will cover Protein fibres like wool and Silk on Day 1 and Cellulose fibres like linen, hemp and cotton on day 2.
We will also create two indigo vats, an Organic sugar vat and an Iron Vat and learn how to use and maintain them.

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Venue: AppleOak FibreWorks Dye House - McLysaght's Units, Unit 1, Raheen Rd, Tuamgraney, Co Clare.

Date: 12th & 13th of May

All materials are provided on the day and fabrics/scarves can be taken home. You will also receive the material we covered in writing on the day, as well as recipes by pdf after the workshop!

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Day 1

Introduction to plant & dye sources specific to protein fibres covering foraging, garden, kitchen and imported dyes
Discovering Mordant methods for protein fibres, why and how              
Learning how to extract and dye/print with natural dyes
How to Influence Colours, using sustainable ingredients

Learning how to make an indigo vat

Day 2

Introduction to plant & dye sources specific to cellulose fibres covering foraging, garden, kitchen and imported dyes
Discovering Mordant methods for cellulose fibres, why and how              
Learning how to extract and dye/print with natural dyes
How to Influence Colours, using sustainable ingredients

Learning how to use and maintain an Organic and iron indigo vat

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To bring: An old apron and sturdy footwear (wellies or walking boots), lunch and a mug for tea or coffee. Coffee, tea and herbal teas are provided.

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Places to stay:

Clareville House B&B, Scarriff – Updated 2023 Prices (booking.com)

Derghaven B&B, Hostel & Self Catering, Scarriff – Updated 2023 Prices (booking.com)

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre, Killaloe – Updated 2023 Prices (booking.com)

Killaloe Hotel & Spa, Killaloe – Updated 2023 Prices (booking.com)

East Clare Golf Village - 7 Nights #1, Bodyke – Updated 2023 Prices (booking.com)

Campsite: (10) Lakeside Holiday Park | Mountshannon | Facebook

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 Info:

  • Classes are of 8 participants (Class will go ahead with a minimum of 5 participants)
  • Mask wearing is optional
  • Please bring your own lunch/cutlery and mug
  • The shop will be open on each day after the workshop.

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