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“INTRO TO DYEING PLUS….
DYEING FOR THAT PRIMITIVE RUG”
with Jan Cole
Friday, June 21, 9 am-12
The Wool’n Gardener will be offering a workshop on the basics of creating your own beautiful hand-dyed wool and offering some “tips of the trade” I learned along the way! The technique I use is “open pan dyeing” on top of the stove as opposed to “pot dyeing”. I consider myself a “casual” dyer who simply dyes the colors I love (most of the time) and doing experimenting as the mood strikes me! In addition, we’ll talk about the supplies needed and different dyes, colors, wools (weaves & weights and how that affects the final color), and, if time permits, different dyeing techniques (spot dyeing, shiborhi are two that I frequently do) and whatever else pops up! Each step of the process will be demonstrated in an informal format that will encourage questions and discussion. I would encourage you to wear older clothing or an apron just in case the dyes splash!
Another focus will be on dyeing over a variety of base wools. I am a primitive rug hooker so I started dyeing wool to use in the rugs I was hooking for our farmhouse. I love to “marry” wools in one dye pan and primarily dye over woven textures and plaids to “dirty” and tone down some wools as well as create variations of the same color. The possibilities are absolutely endless of what can be done in the dye kitchen! I will have samples of the different techniques I use so you can see, first hand, how a little change in a formula and/or fabric can make a difference!! And…..there are always goodies for you to take home!!
*Class includes - Instruction / demonstration
*Written and pictorial directions will be distributed
If you plan to take the class and want to order a box lunch to enjoy here at The Old Tattered Flag after your class, box lunches will be available to order starting March. 15. You will find the box lunch choices on the Events/Classes page.
**Cancellations should be made by June 10th to receive a refund.