Intro to Natural Dyeing Workshop with Kristy Bishop

Charleston fiber artist Kristy Bishop will lead workshop participants through the exciting world of natural dyes. We are surrounded by plants that may seem ordinary, but with some knowledge they can yield the richest and most beautiful colors. Whether its onion skins or annatto seeds from the local grocer, goldenrod picked from a roadside, or more exotic dyes such as indigo, cochineal or madder root that have been cultivated and traded worldwide, participants will learn how to extract color that is lightfast, permanent and brilliant!

Participants will dye fabric samples of linen, silk, cotton gauze and wool yarn and record results on dye recipe cards. We’ll learn about the fundamentals of dyeing using mordants and afterbaths and how these variables can alter the color of the dyed fabric. Participants will be able to dye a silk/wool blend 11” x 60” scarf after experimenting with their recipe fabric samples.

All materials, instruction and admission to the Dill Sanctuary will be provided in this workshop. Cost is $120 for museum members or $150 for non-members.

Reservations required. Register online or call (843) 722-2996 ext. 224

Effective Aug. 2, per Charleston County requirement, all persons must wear face coverings when in Charleston County indoor public spaces. Accordingly, masks must be worn while visiting The Charleston Museum and its historic houses. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping our community to prevent the spread of COVID-19.