The Learning Garden Presents: Dyeing With Fresh Indigo

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Thu, Jul 27, 2023
10:00 am - 11:30 am
2023-07-27T10:00:00-04:00
2023-07-27T11:30:00-04:00
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NC Cooperative Extension , Buncombe County Center
49 Mt Carmel Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
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NC Cooperative Extension , Buncombe County
8282555522
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Learn about the 2 types of indigo for your dye gardens and 2 methods of dying silk scarves with fresh indigo.

Presenters: Pat Strang and Joyce Tromba, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers

In this class, you will learn about growing 2 types of indigo for your dye gardens. Additionally you will have hands-on experience collecting the plant material and learning 2 methods of dying silk scarves with fresh indigo. If there is time, there will be information on creating an organic indigo dye vat.

$10 donation requested. Cash only

This class will be in the garden, please dress appropriately..

Registration: Seating is limited and registration is required.