Natural Dyeing Class with Justin | Cochineal and Logwood Purple
Natural Dyeing Class with Justin | Cochineal and Logwood Purple
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Create a spectrum of rich pinks, reds, and purples in our next Natural Dye Workshop!
Join us as we explore the magic of natural color using cochineal and logwood, two remarkable dyes known for producing everything from soft rosy pinks to deep carmine reds and luminous purples.
This workshop is a wonderful introduction to more advanced natural dyeing techniques and is perfect for anyone curious about working with natural dyes, using solvents in the dye process, or simply wanting more hands-on experience.
Together we’ll work with two dye substances:
- Logwood to create beautiful purple tones
- Cochineal to produce shades from delicate pink to rich carmine red
You’ll learn foundational techniques, experiment with color variation, and gain confidence working with these fascinating natural dyes.
A magical class for spinners, knitters, weavers, dyers, and anyone captivated by color.
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Saturday, May 16th, from 1-3pm
Supplies Included:
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Class fee includes all natural dye supplies, including cochineal extract, logwood purple, mordants, and solvents. Because these are premium dye materials, their cost is incorporated into the class price.
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Personal protection equipment
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2 skeins of undyed protein or cellulose yarn- one for each color. You can also bring a scarf or cloth to dye!
We carry a great selection of undyed yarn in store and are happy to help you choose the perfect base.
Justin Bullard an RN, urban alchemist and ethnobotanist, with undergraduate and masters degrees in medical ethnobotany that included extensive travels and field work in Nepal. He has also studied indigo dyeing and sericulture in Japan.
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When he’s not registered nursing he’s an accomplished craftsman in the fiber arts, silver smithing, and has an all-natural soap line of "Urban Alchemist” soaps among other natural products.
From Justin's Bio: "I've been studying herbal medicine from the age of 13, and was raised using medicinal plants at home. I have formally studied ethnomedicine, phytochemistry, nutrition, microbiology, botany, medical anthropology. And had the privilege of studying with Carol Hendrickson, Lucia Cargill, Roy Ellen, Nadia Lovell, Laura Rival and Bryan Whitehead.”
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