Textile Dyeing with Plants

Name: Textile Dyeing with Plants
Start: 2026-05-23T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-23T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Barns of Rose Hill

Schedule

Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Barns of Rose Hill | Berryville, VA

Discover the art and science behind natural plant dyes in this hands-on workshop led by retired Professor of Biopharmaceutical Sciences Wendell Combest, Ph.D.
Through demonstration and applied projects, participants will learn how color is extracted from plants and applied to natural fibers, experiment with indigo vats and resist-dyeing techniques, and explore the cyanotype process. This workshop offers both practical skills and creative inspiration for producing your own plant-dyed textiles at home. Read more at barnsofrosehill.org/community-education/dyeing-textiles.
The class will begin at 10:00 AM and continue through 4:00 PM, with a break for lunch—feel free to pack your own or support a local restaurant. Register online at app.dvforms.net/api/dv/dw1rvd.
The class fee is $24 per person. All materials will be provided; please wear clothing you don’t mind getting stained and bring an apron if you have one.