Wednesday, August 20, 10 am – 4 pm
Deb Reierson
Turn your weeds into wonders! Learn how to extract pigments from pesky invasive plants such as Buckthorn and Dock to naturally dye wool and cotton yarns. Explore the basics of mordanting cellulose and protein fibers, and experiment with dyeing different plant materials in the Textile Center’s Dye Lab. Gain insight into the basics of natural dye chemistry and the confidence to forage for dye materials in your own garden or neighborhood. All levels welcome.
Materials fee is $20, payable to instructor at the time of class.
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Instructor Bio:
Deb Reierson (she/her) has been working with natural dyes for several years, including invasive species and those from her own dye garden. She is a lifelong sewist and has worked with natural dyes on textiles, making ink and botanical printing. As a Master Gardener, she manages the Textile Center Dye Garden and works with volunteers to keep it growing healthy and beautiful. @Dreierson (Instagram).
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