Create a beautiful indigo-dyed silk scarf!
In this in person, taster workshop Debbie will be showing you how to set up a simple dye vat that can be created easily at home with our Natural Indigo starter kit and some basic equipment. Debbie will be showing you some simple tie-dye techniques and you will dye a beautiful silk scarf to take home!
Course level:
This event is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who want to brush up their skills or just enjoy a couple of hours indigo dyeing!
What you will learn:
- How to set up and maintain a simple indigo vat
- Preparing your fabric for dyeing
- The essential principles of indigo dyeing
- What vat dyeing is and how it works
- What can be dyed in an indigo vat
- A selection of simple tie-dyeing techniques on fabric
What will I need to bring?
Nothing! Everything is included in the workshop including a gorgeous silk scarf for you to dye, and lovely cotton fabric swatches to practice your techniques. Just wear an old shirt (we provide aprons and gloves but just in case!)
Get your post-workshop materials & goodies with a discount coupon
To continue your indigo journey we recommend our Natural indigo starter kit which contains all the ingredients you'll need as well as our accompanying full instruction booklet
About the class
Debbie loves to teach and has been a dyer for over 30 years so you'll be able to pick her brains for tips, tricks and hacks!
Debbie's dyeing sessions are fun and enjoyable. The pace is relaxed and there is time for questions and we make time for a brew too!
Is there anything we can help with?
If you need any information about this course, please don't hesitate to get in touch by email at info@dtcrafts.co.uk or phone on 0161 718 3818.
