Indigo is an ancient dye derived from the leaves of plants and surrounded by magic, mystery, and folklore. Discover how the leaves ‘make blue’ by learning about the character and chemistry of the natural indigo vat. The complex chemistry of the indigo vat is fascinating and students will soon appreciate how rituals have grown around...
Create a beautiful and functional komebukuro—a traditional Japanese rice bag—using fabrics that hold personal meaning or aesthetic appeal. These charming drawstring bags were originally used to carry offerings of rice to temples, and today they make lovely gift bags, project pouches, or keepsake carriers. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to piece, stitch, and...
A creative evening of color, craft, and connection! Enjoy a glass of wine while learning handweaving on classic loop looms. Perfect for beginners, this fun social workshop combines relaxation, creativity, and handmade charm. All materials and a complimentary glass of wine included.
With Shibori the dyer works in concert with the materials, not to overcome their limitations, but to allow them full expression. An element of the unexpected is always present. Chance and accident give life to the Shibori process, contributing to its special magic, appeal, and individual expression. We will explore several methods of enhancing the fabric; creating...
With Shibori the dyer works in concert with the materials, not to overcome their limitations, but to allow them full expression. An element of the unexpected is always present. Chance and accident give life to the Shibori process, contributing to its special magic, appeal, and individual expression. We will explore several methods of enhancing the fabric; creating...
With Shibori the dyer works in concert with the materials, not to overcome their limitations, but to allow them full expression. An element of the unexpected is always present. Chance and accident give life to the Shibori process, contributing to its special magic, appeal, and individual expression. We will explore several methods of enhancing the fabric; creating...
With Shibori the dyer works in concert with the materials, not to overcome their limitations, but to allow them full expression. An element of the unexpected is always present. Chance and accident give life to the Shibori process, contributing to its special magic, appeal, and individual expression. We will explore several methods of enhancing the fabric; creating...
The Colorful Chemistry of Plants: A Botanical Printing Immersion Bring your favorite plant to life—literally! In this vibrant, hands-on workshop, students will focus on one cherished plant and explore the endless ways it can reveal its hidden beauty on cloth. Start by selecting a special species to work with all week—it might be a local leaf superstar...
The Colorful Chemistry of Plants: A Botanical Printing Immersion Bring your favorite plant to life—literally! In this vibrant, hands-on workshop, students will focus on one cherished plant and explore the endless ways it can reveal its hidden beauty on cloth. Start by selecting a special species to work with all week—it might be a local leaf superstar...
The Colorful Chemistry of Plants: A Botanical Printing Immersion Bring your favorite plant to life—literally! In this vibrant, hands-on workshop, students will focus on one cherished plant and explore the endless ways it can reveal its hidden beauty on cloth. Start by selecting a special species to work with all week—it might be a local leaf superstar...
Indigo is an ancient dye derived from the leaves of plants and surrounded by magic, mystery, and folklore. Discover how the leaves ‘make blue’ by learning about the character and chemistry of the natural indigo vat. The complex chemistry of the indigo vat is fascinating and students will soon appreciate how rituals have grown around...
Wabi-Sabi, the Japanese art of impermanence, will be the thread of our creative process as we explore the myriad possibilities with flax roving and other natural materials for collage and visual haiku. Explore concepts of sense of place and your relationship to place through materiality. We will focus on transforming natural materials into collages through texture,...
