Dyeing & Printing with Natural Dyes Two-Day Workshop at Startup Barreiro
This class is designed to guide participants through the complete printing process with natural dyes with classic recipes. From preparing fabric for printing and resist pastes, curing, and finishing - the class explores the contemporary, efficient approaches for making prints sustainably. Participants will explore the distinctive color contrasts produced by ferrous-tannin reactions and develop rich tones using both immersion and indigo dyeing techniques.
This workshop is ideal for:
- Natural dyeing enthusiasts
- Textile artists and designers
- Students of historical craft techniques
- Anyone with an interest in South Asian textile heritage
Workshop Contents
- Preparation of up to 30 fabric swatches using traditional processes
- Step-by-step instructions on treatments and dye bath preparation
- Use of natural dyes such as Madder, Cutch, and Indigo
- Practice from blank cloth to finished swatch, covering the entire process
Workshop Timeline
Day 1: Introduction & Preparations
- Overview of materials
- Preparation of pastes and their relationship with fibers
- Application of resists using brushes and wooden blocks
- Introduction to the curing process
- Soaking of dye-stuff for Day 2
- Preparing the indigo vat for Day 2
Day 2: Natural Dye Baths & Indigo Vat
- Preparation of two dye baths: Madder and Cutch, and Indigo Vat
- Swatch dyeing and observing results of samples
- Finishing and final discussions
Materials Provided for both Classes
- Cotton Khaddi Fabric
- Embroidery frames to stretch fabric for printing & painting
- Mordants, Salts, Clay, Gum and Tannins
- Madder, Cutch & Weld Dye
- Indigo Dye
- Gloves
- Sample Logging Sheets
- Brushes & Blocks
Dates:
Saturday 13th September 2025 (11:00am - 04:00pm)
Saturday 27th September 2025 (11:00am - 04:00pm)
Withdrawals/refunds: the registration fee will be refunded to students who for some reason cannot participate in the workshop and communicate their withdrawal up to ten days before the workshop date.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at info@wenlinstudio.com
If you are based in Portugal and would like to book through MB Way, please send an email to info@wenlinstudio.com
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UK: €12.00 with Tracked CTT/ Royal Mail.
USA, Canada & PRC: €15.00 with International Signed & Tracked CTT Mail.
Australia: €15.00 with International Tracked CTT Mail.
Rest of the world: €15.00 with International Tracked or Signed CTT Mail.
Shipping method: We use CTT Mail for all orders.
We normally ship between 1-3 working days after the order has been placed
For international orders, we are not responsible for custom, duty and taxes.
Our products are completely handmade by living human beings, therefore every single piece is unique and have artisanal qualities. While executing embroideries, it is only natural that the artisans interpret the sketched design and the mock-up embroideries in their unique way and leave a stamp of their own personalities on the product. We believe that these slight differences in our products is a desirable trait, but if you are not happy with your purchase, we will accept returns. We request you to send us an email at info@wenlinstudiolondon.com explaining the reason for your return within 7 days after you receive your package. Please remember to also provide us with your name, your address and your order number. After your request has been approved, we will send you an email authorizing you to send us back the products. The email will also include the appropriate instructions and destination address. The products must be received unused and in their original packaging.
Please note that you will be responsible for the shipping cost as well as the duties and taxes on your return.
Upon receipt of your products, we will provide you with online coupon number usable within 30 days in our online shop.
For further information on returns and exchanges, please send us an email.
S (4x6” or 10x15cm)
M (8x11”or 19x25cm)
L (9x13” or 24x34cm)
Totes:
12.5x15.7” or 32x40cm
