By Staff
August 5th, 2024
BURLINGTON, ON
Turn natural fibres into brilliant colours
There is a workshop at the Art Gallery to introduce participants to the basics of dyeing natural fibres with plants and flowers.
The workshop will address the ethics for growing and harvesting plants, the importance and variety of mordants (this is what makes the colour stick!) and how to approach different fibres (cotton, wool and silk).
The workshop will introduce the basics of eco-printing flowers and leaves, as well as creating a dye bath with plants.
Participants will be working with plants and flowers that are in season. Participants are invited to bring flowers and plants they have grown or harvested ethically to use in bundle dyeing. This workshop is appropriate for all ages; participants ages 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
When attending any of our public programs please consider bringing non-perishable food and hygiene products to donate to the Burlington Food Bank. Like so many communities, Burlington has seen an alarming 20% increase in the need for assistance with groceries over the last year. We are collecting community contributions to support the food bank’s efforts in meeting the growing demand for food security.
Dyes Workshop with Alize Zorlutuna; Saturday, August 17 · 1 – 4pm EDT
To register click HERE
