Service Description

Experience the magic of plant colors! Join us on Saturday, November 16th from 10:30am - 12:30pm. We will use dried botanicals and an insect (cochineal) to create a custom, bundle dyed silk neckerchief/bandana. This workshop will have an option to make a second bandana for yourself or as a gift ($25). This two-hour workshop led by educator and natural dyer Lisa Rogers will cover the basics of natural dyeing. We will cover: * How to prepare different fabrics from scouring to mordanting. * Modifying colors with pH and iron * Overview of natural dyes found in the kitchen, compost bin and available at stores. Workshop fee includes all necessary materials and instruction. Register soon as space is limited. Art & Soul of Sebastopol 755 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol California 72 Hours required for a partial refund Minimum of 6 participants Lisa Rogers, MA. Ed. Lisa Rogers is the creator and owner of SlowDigz. She worked as a science and garden educator and began following a creative path with natural dyeing. Lisa first learned about ecoprinting, printing leaves on fabric and paper, over a decade ago and was captivated. Through reading, workshops and a lot of experimentation, she aims to create functional, fun pieces, printed with botanicals. Lisa shares her passion through workshops around the Bay Area.