Workshop Info

THIS IS A TWO DAY WORKSHOP - Thurs. and Fri. 9:00 - 4:00

Class will work with a selection of natural alpaca colors overdyeing with a set of natural dye extracts and indigo.  We will work with approximately 6 dyestuffs in a series of color value studies on 4 natural alpaca fleece colors.  In addition several of the dyed samples will be further dipped in an indigo vat to produce a series of blues and greens.

Students will begin class mixing a natural indigo vat.  We will then work on calculating and mixing dye stock solutions that can be used to measure and accurately reproduce color formulas.  Class will conclude with labeling and sorting approximately 150 samples to take with them.  Class notes will include complete instructions for mixing and reproducing colors.

 This class coincides with the Alpaca issue of Ply Magazine, Fall 2024 and the United Nations International Year of Camelids.  Jane’s article showcasing natural dyes on alpaca appear in Ply.    This class takes the article survey into practice with more in-depth instruction.  

This workshop is held in a heated tent.  Your hands may be in and out of water throughout the workshop.

SKILL LEVEL:  Beginner with some experience

PREREQUISITES:  None

HOMEWORK:  None

Questions about this workshop?  Email jane@brigidsfarm.com

A material fee of $25 to be paid to the instructor via a PayPal invoice

Material fee includes: alpaca yarn in natural colors, dyes and notes

Student should bring:  towels, scissors, apron (or clothes you don't mind getting dye on), plastic bags for damp fiber

NOTE:  THERE ARE NO ATMs OPEN ON THURSDAY/FRIDAY.

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