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Natural Dyeing with Sara Keith |
| Description |
Natural dye is predominantly extracted from
plants, to produce the most subtle and beautiful range of colours. This workshop will demonstrate the
idiosyncrasies of dyeing with a range of natural dyestuffs; how to prepare the
dye, mordant cloth and make a dye bath. On the second day, there will be the
opportunity to make a patchwork cushion or a bag from your dyed cloth.
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About the tutor
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 Sara Keith lives locally and when she visited West Moss-side with some of her work - I was fascinated by the tecniques which she uses to create such unusual and beautiful pieces. The Sashiko and textile origami! continues the Japanese influence that both Charmian Pollok (paper making) and Elspeth Lamb (block printing) bring to West Moss-side.
"I work
with silver and textile structures, finding inspiration from the patina of time
upon landscape and natural forms. Her
early career in costume and dye research in Japan, continue to inform the
aesthetic of my work.
I create miniature mixed media works in series, drawing and
playing with a variety of materials. The
artefacts I exhibit are a moment caught in time, part of a perpetual journey of
exploration. Some structures are
exhibited in compositions and others designed to be removed from their framed
surroundings and worn. "
You can find a more comprehensive bio here.
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Prerequisite knowledge/skills
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No prior knowledge required. |
Course format
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On day 1 you will learn
how to mordant your textiles, extract dye from various dyestuffs and prepare a dyebath.
On day 2 you will have the opportunity to extend
your palette of colours with overdyeing and make either a pachwork cushion or
bag from your dyed textiles |
After completing this course...
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Know how to mordant cloth, extract colour prepare a dyebath and overdye using a selection of natural dyes. You will also be shown how to make either a bag or cushion from your dyed textiles. |
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Cost
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£140.00 Please note that there will be a small charge for the cost of the materials. |
| Duration |
This is a two-day course, starting at 10:00 and finishing at 16:30 |
| Dates |
There are no current scheduled dates for this course, please click here to send us a message indicating your interest in receiving details when they become available |
| Meals |
All refreshments provided with farmhouse lunch on both days |
| Accomodation |
Trossachs Yurts available for renting over the weekend. Check out the website for more information. www.trossachsyurts.com |
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| More information |
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| How do I book a place? |
There are no current scheduled dates for this course, please click here to send us a message indicating your interest in receiving details when they become available |
| What should I bring with me? |
Please come along prepared for the event! Bring an apron, rubber gloves and wear suitable old clothes. Don't forget a notebook and pen
and a camera. |
| Are there any other related courses I can attend? |
Sara will be running more workshops at West Moss-side over the year - next up will be Sashimo - a Japanese textile stiching technique on 24th/25th September. |
