Introduction to Indigo Dyeing
with
Pamela Feldman
6 Have Dabbled
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Arts & DIY
Event Overview
Indigo is no longer just for jeans! This beautiful blue hue has been popping up on textiles in fashion and home decor.
This class will provide you with an introduction to natural textile dyeing with indigo. You'll learn about this traditional dyeing process and the materials and plants involved. Witness a demo of the dyeing process and dye your own natural cotton napkins in indigo vats to take home.
Pamela will teach you the different simple techniques of tying and stitching fabrics to create “resist” areas where the distinctive Indigo dye will not be absorbed resulting in beautiful patterns.
Welcome and learn about the magic and wonder involved in natural indigo dyeing.
Minimum age
All ages welcome
What's Provided
Indigo dye, vats, natural cotton napkins to take home.
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Pamela Feldman received her MFA, School of the Art Institute of Chicago; BFA, University of California, Davis.
She holds a Certificate of Excellence in Dyeing; Levels I and II from the Handweavers Guild of America. She has taught at numerous institutions like the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, The Chicago Botanic Garden, and Lillstreet Art Center.
She is the Editor and Publisher of the Turkey Red Journal (www.turkeyredjournal.com) and exhibits throughout the United States.
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