Learn how to set up an organic indigo vat and witness the magical creation of blue when dyeing a cotton bandana.
IN-PERSON DEMONSTRATION
Location: NC Cooperative Extension , Buncombe County Center, 49 Mount Carmel Road , Asheville, NC 28806
Presenters: Pat Strang and Joyce Tromba, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers
In this class at the dye garden we will talk about the best way to prepare your fiber for natural dyeing, how to extract pigment from a plant and how to dye your fiber. We will be dyeing with Weld, one of the heritage colors that has been used for thousands of years. It produces a bright, clear yellow that is lovely on its own and also perfect for overdyeing.
We will be sharing weld seeds from our plants for anyone who wants to grow it; you can plant it as late as August for harvesting next year. Everyone will also take home a cotton bandana that they have dyed.
Requested $10 donation to cover cost. Cash is appreciated.
Wear appropriate attire as some of this presentation will be held outside.
The talk is free, but seating is limited and registration is required. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.
Registration: Seating is limited and registration is required. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522