Join me this July for a hands-on creative masterclass exploring the world of natural dyes. Inspired by the colours of nature, you’ll dive into sustainable dyeing techniques that resonate with the beauty of your surroundings.

In this workshop, I’ll share my trusted methods for creating living colour. You’ll learn how to select the right fabrics for your craft projects, how to prepare your fabrics using mineral and plant-based mordants plus tips and tricks for long-lasting colour for your home and garments.

You will be guided through simple recipes and techniques, from crafting vibrant dye baths to utilising food and floral waste for eco-friendly bundle dyeing and the simple joy of solar dyes. You'll also learn shibori methods, adding depth and texture to your textiles in a way that feels authentic and inspired.

Here's what you can expect:

• Fabric Insights: Understand how to choose the right fabrics for your projects

• Demystifying Mordants: Learn straightforward methods for mordanting (pre-treatment)

• Easy Recipes: Take home step-by-step dye recipe cards for experimentation at home

• Dye Bath Creation: Master the process of making rich, natural dye baths from wild plants

• Eco-Friendly Techniques: Discover ways to repurpose food and floral waste for bundle dyeing and solar dyes

• Shibori Prints: Explore techniques to create unique textures in your textiles.

• Studio Tips: Insights into setting up a natural dye studio at home (no matter how much space you have)

What you will take home:

• Your own botanically dyed scarf to wear

• A shibori-dyed cotton tote bag

• Collection of samples to begin your dye-library

• Easy-to-follow recipe cards

This masterclass is for those who want to incorporate natural dyeing into their creative work and those who want a more conscious way to decorate their home and upcycle their garments.

Spaces are limited so book soon to avoid disappointment.
Email Jordan on jordanstormlouise@gmail.com with any questions.