Learn how to dye animal protein fibres (such as wool, alpaca, silk) and cellulose fibres (such as cotton, linen, bamboo) using plant-based dyes in this 2-day hands-on natural dye workshop in CARDIFF BAY, Wales. This beginner-friendly course gives you the skills and confidence to start natural dyeing at home.

What You’ll Learn

In this two-day workshop, you’ll learn how to:

• Prepare protein and cellulose fibres
• Use mordants to create lasting colour
• Use professional natural dyes
• Achieve different shades and tones
• Understand how fibres react to plant dyes

You’ll leave with your own dyed samples and practical skills you can continue using at home.

Workshop Details

• Duration: 2 day (approx. 6 hours per day)
• Group size: Maximum 6 students
• Location: Cardiff Bay, Wales, UK
• Level: Beginner-friendly
• Materials: All included

Who It’s For

Perfect for:

• Beginners and for those who need a refresher course
• Knitters and textile artists
• Anyone interested in sustainable, plant-based dyeing

What’s Included

• All fibres and materials
• Natural dye extracts
• Step-by-step experienced tuition - your tutor, as featured in The Knitter magazine

• Samples and a printed file summarising the Workshop to take home

Location

Workshops take place in Cardiff Bay, Wales, in a dedicated dye studio.

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