Please note: All class registrations are final; please view our Cancellation Policy and Covid-19 Policy for more information. By registering for this workshop, you are agreeing to abide by these policies. Thank you for supporting our small business! Learn the beautiful art of natural bundle dyeing! In this two-hour workshop, you'll gain an understanding of how to work with natural dyes as you explore the process of bundle dyeing. This workshop will cover: Introduction to natural dye plants and mordants Introduction to protein-based and cellulose-based fibers Overview of natural dyestuffs including onion skins, cochineal, turmeric, fresh and dried flowers, black tea, eucalyptus, and more How to bundle dye on silk and cotton, including how to prepare the fabric, place the dyestuffs, bundle the fabric, and steam the fabric on a stovetop. Each student will leave with two dyed pieces (a cotton dish towel and a silk scarf), and the know-how to design and create more pieces on your own. Class fee includes instruction and all the necessary supplies and materials (including dyestuffs and fabrics). No prior experience necessary - beginners welcome! DATE: select aboveCLASS LENGTH: 2 hoursLOCATION: We have two locations in Greenpoint, Brooklyn: The BCC Shop at 165 Greenpoint Ave, and The BCC Annex 37 Greenpoint Ave #105. Your workshop location will be indicated when selecting your workshop date above. Your booking confirmation email and any subsequent reminder emails will also include the address, with a link to the location on Google Maps. COST: $75 includes all materials and tools necessary to make a cotton and silk dyed piece. Receive 10% off all store purchases on the day of your class! All class registrations are final; please view our policy for more information. MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR Olivia Butrick is a Brooklyn-based designer and fiber artist with an enthusiasm for extracting color from botanicals. Her interest in natural dyeing began after being introduced to the concept of slow fashion, and evolved into a playful exploration of color she wishes to share with others. When not natural dyeing, she is mending, sewing, or creating as a visual designer. Connect with her @oliviabutrick on Instagram.
