Natural dyeing is a beautiful, accessible, and sustainable way to bring a world of color to book art! This workshop will teach the basics of preparing and using natural plant dyes for both fabric and paper. Students will learn the principles and techniques behind the craft as we dye swatches in a range of colors. The questions of materials choice, mordants, and permanence will be addressed. Students may bring along sample materials to test in the dye pot.

Students will come away with a basic understanding of how to prepare natural plant dyes, and how to use them in book and paper projects. A materials list will be provided at registration. Suitable for anyone interested in natural dyes and book and paper arts.