Botanical printing on silk

Botanical printing is a process that captures the natural beauty of leaves and flowers that grow around us. Selected leaves and flowers are arranged on prepared fabric or paper then rolled tightly and steamed or simmered to transfer the pigments from the foliage onto the fabric. Delicate prints of the leaves and flowers are left on the fabric or paper. Pam uses natural dyes to enhance this process.

This workshop is an introduction to the many techniques that can be used to create unique prints on fabric. During the day participants will learn how to prepare and print their own unique silk scarf.

Pam Tresise is a weaver, spins her own yarns and dyes natural fibres using botanical dyes. She has a garden studio which looks out onto a variety of plants she grows for dyeing and which inspire her work. Pam’s work can be found under ‘The Dusty Cat Studio’ on facebook and Instagram.

Fran helps out in these sessions; she is an artist in her own right (fused glass and mosaics), a keen gardener she grows many of the dye plants used during the day. Pam and Fran have been good friends for years and the banter between them ensures that there is plenty of fun and amusement thrown in for good measure.

Meet at 10.15am for complimentary coffee and cake. The workshop commences at 10.30am with a lunch break at 1pm, recommence for the final session at 1.45pm to 3.00pm.

The workshop includes a light lunch and refreshments through the day. Please be aware that our kitchen contains traces of all allergens. If you have any queries, please contact us via email or calling the shop on 01280 848038.

Refund policy: Refunds up to 30 days before event (all refunds are subject to a £10.00 pp administration fee).

Eventbrite's booking fee is non-refundable.

Photography disclaimer: Please be aware that photographs may be taken throughout the event and may be used for marketing purposes.