Introduction to Indigo
About this workshop
Give the gift of time spent together in this Mother’s Day workshop with natural dyer Jude Craig.
In this full-day workshop, you will learn about the origins of this ancient dye and spend time with the vat creating a range of blue hues.
Jude will guide you through creating colour samples and experimenting with resist techniques.
At the end of the workshop, you will have a beautiful silk scarf to wear home, dyed with your own hands.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen.
Clothing guidelines
Comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting stained. Closed-toed shoes. Apron recommended.
Maximum class size
Small class size – max 8 participants
What is included
All instruction, tools and materials included
You will learn
At the end of this workshop, you will have gained basic knowledge of the history and value of indigo dye and have a good understanding of the alchemy of indigo dyeing and how to coax colour from the plant.
Morning tea/lunch info
Morning tea included
