Silk Pillowcase Natural Dye Workshop : Bundle Dyeing (October 13th Class)
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Join us at the Laila Textiles Studio to discover the art of natural dyeing. In this 3 hour workshop led by natural dyer Liz Mortensen, you'll learn the basics of natural dye and how to bundle dye with dried plants and flowers.
Workshop will cover:
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Basics of natural dyeing including fabric prep, mordants, and modifiers
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Overview of natural dye plants and how to extract plant dye
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How to naturally bundle dye fabric with dried plants and flowers
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Each student will create and leave with a one-of-a kind bundle dyed 100% silk pillowcase as well as a PDF with information covered at workshop
Pillowcases are Queen Size 20" x 30", 16 mm Charmeuse Silk
Date: Sunday October 13th, 2024
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
*Please note that this workshop is not our fresh flower printing pillowcase workshop, fresh flower workshops will begin again in June/July 2025. This workshop will focus on dried flower material!
Location: Laila Textiles Studio at N Kedzie Ave & W Carroll Ave in East Garfield Park (exact address & access information will be emailed to students).
- 1 minute walk from Metro Kedzie Stop
- 6 minute walk from Kedzie Green Line Stop
Accessibility Information - Our Studio is located on the second floor and is only accessible through a flight of stairs.
Class Fees cover all supplies and materials. No prior experience needed, all are welcome! Please wear clothes you do not mind getting a bit messy.
Workshop Tickets are Final Sale and not eligible for refunds. See Full Workshop Policies Here.
Liz Mortensen is the owner & founder of Laila Textiles and a Textile Artist based in Chicago, IL.
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