Nature's Palette - Natural Dye Workshop

Discover the art and science of natural dyeing in this beginner’s workshop! Participants will learn the fundamentals of transforming plant material and kitchen scraps into beautiful, lasting dye.

During the program, participants will learn about the materials needed for natural dyeing and walk through the essential three-step fabric preparation process that helps dyes bond to fiber. Participants will observe the process of extracting color from natural materials and learn how different plants create a wide range of hues.

After the demonstration, participants will have the opportunity to create their own dye jar using a natural dye of their choosing. Each person will add an item to their jar to begin the dyeing process and take it home to finish developing the color.

By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with:

• A naturally dyed item of their own
  
• Instructions for natural dyeing at home
  
• A foundational understanding of natural dye materials, preparation, and care
  

At the end of the workshop, participants may choose to take a short guided walk around the farm to identify plants that can be used for natural dyeing.

This workshop is perfect for natural dye beginners, crafty fiber artists, gardeners, or anyone interested in diving into the hidden colors in the natural world!

FAQs

What does my ticket include?

This ticket includes your attendence to this 2-hour, instructor-led workshop, all necessary materials, and take-home information to continue crafting at home. You will also be given a free pass to visit the farm again during open hours!

Can children participate in this class?

This class is intended for adults. Keenly interested children over the age of 13 may participate, but need their own ticket and must be accompanied by an adult.

POLICIES

• Programs run rain or shine. Dress for the weather if your program takes you outside!
• No ticket refunds within 2 weeks of the program except in the case of Gorman Heritage Farm cancelling the program
• Agritourism Warning: Under Ohio law, there is no liability for an injury to or death of a participant in an agritourism activity conducted at this agritourism location if that injury or death results from the inherent risks of that agritourism activity. Inherent risks of agritourism activities include, but are not limited to. the risk of injury inherent to land, equipment, and animals as well as the potential for you as a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to your injury or death. You are assuming the risk of participating in this agritourism activity.

By signing up and/or attending any of our programs, you are agreeing to the above policies.

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