Description: Have you ever wanted to play with the watercolor effect of warp painting but without the chemicals associated with standard dyes? Here’s your chance to explore the beautiful world of natural dyes on a scarf size wool warp. Topics covered include: tying and managing a warp for scouring and mordanting, how to make and use natural dye extracts, sampling colors, using natural dye extracts to dye a wool warp, naturally dyed cloth care and washing.
Instructor: Erica McCurdy
Duration: 1 Day
When: June 16
Level: Beginner
Supplies that students will bring: Clothes you don’t mind getting dye on, an old towel, a plastic bag, pen or pencil, water bottle, snacks
Fee: $60
Materials Included: One pre scoured and mordanted scarf size fine wool or wool/silk warp. All natural dye materials and handouts.