Botanical colour workshop - Natural dyeing
Sat May 7, 10:00 - Sat May 7, 13:00
The Ladder
ABOUT
An introduction to natural dyeing and making your own natural inks with organic plant waste and flowers.
A special mothers day edition
Join multi-disciplinary artist Nastasha Sale for a morning immersing yourself in the magical world of natural dyeing.
You will learn what plants can be used for colourfast dyes and how to create them.
As well as how to use natural inks and mineral modifiers to create beautiful artworks.
Decorate and personalize your own naturally dyed 100% cotton Tote bag with botanical inks and mineral modifiers.
Play with natural colour on paper and watch colours shift before your eyes. It really is magical.
Take home a small workbook on the basics of natural dyeing to apply your skills at home.
Our workshop will be held upstairs at the beautiful Ladder Cafe on Bree street.
Your ticket includes a hot beverage and pastry.
You are welcome to bring your family along with you. Kids can participate in this workshop too.
IMPORTANT SIDE NOTE: YOU DON'T NEED TO BE CREATIVE OR HAVE ANY ARTISTIC SKILLS TO ENJOY THIS WORKSHOP. A CURIOSITY FOR COLOUR AND NATURE IS ALL YOU NEED.