Master The Art of Natural Dyeing
Master The Art of Natural Dyeing
Are you ready to step into a world of natural colour and start creating stunning, naturally dyed textiles? Master the art of natural dyeing with our 'Foundational Natural Dye Course & Coaching'.
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Are you confused, lost, overwhelmed or frustrated?
Are you confused, lost, overwhelmed or frustrated?
Have you put hours of work into a piece only to be greeted with lacklustre or disappointing results? Are you tired of trying to get the colours you want by yourself?
You’ve read the blogs and books about how to naturally dye, but you feel more confused than ever, especially when it comes to mordanting!
You wish someone would just take you by the hand, guide you through each step of the process and answer your questions as they came up.
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You've followed the instructions and done everything you're supposed to, but your textiles are turning out blotchy, pale or uninspiring?
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Imagine having a whole new world of beautiful natural colour at your fingertips.
Picture yourself walking through nature, foraging for plant dyes, simmering dye baths, connecting to nature, feeling excited about your process and the textiles you're dyeing.
What would it feel like having the skills to create exquisite hues or unique palettes.
Imagine feeling so satisfied, enthralled and excited by your creative practice.
Imagine the creative potential & colour possibilities!
Imagine how you'll feel when you can dye anything you want, any colour you desire!
How do I get started, what do I need in my toolbox, what should I do first?
What mordant should I pick, does it matter which one I use? How much mordant should I add? Do I have to use heat?
I know, there can be a lot of questions and confusion when starting out. If you don’t have a plan to follow, it can be easy to get side tracked. The learning curve can be steep.
Without guidance, support, and a plan to follow it can be difficult to make any progress at all!
That’s why I’ve created my step-by-step 'Foundational Natural Dye Course'.
You're ready to get serious about natural dyeing but you've got questions;
Introducing
Foundational Natural Dye Course & Coaching
A five-month, online course, where you'll learn exactly how to create beautiful naturally dyed textiles that stand the test of time.
Through a robust curriculum, pre-recorded classes, and a coaching programme, I help you master the essential techniques of the natural dye process. All while growing your knowledge, confidence & skills.
- What you'll need: tools & equipment
- A breakdown of the different powders & assists
- The natural dye process
- Understanding natural fibres
- Detailed instructions on preparing plant & animal fibres for the dye bath and more!
- In-depth guide to mordanting
- Stress-free mordanting method
- How to mordant plant & animal fibre
- Chemical-free mordanting
- Tannin mordants explained
- Various mordanting options & guides
- Total of eighteen lessons on mordanting
Take a look inside the curriculum
The Basics
Making Your Colour Fix!
module one
module two
- How to dye natural fibre
- How to dye plant fibre
- How to dye animal fibre
- Creating strong colours
- My top dyeing tips
- Over-dyeing fabric
- Exhaust baths
- Caring for naturally dyed goods
- Washing & caring for naturally dyed goods and more!
Dyeing Your Fibre
Module four
- Where & how to source natural colour
- Foraging for plant colour
- Your guide to sources of natural colour & colourfast dyes
- How to prepare plants
- How to create dye baths from leaves, flowers, bark, seeds etc.
- Creating dye baths from dye powders
- Store & prolong the life of your dye bath
- Dye bath tutorials & more!
Natural Colour & Dye Baths
module three
so, what's in the course
- An introduction to modifiers
- When to modify
- Natural dyeing & the pH scale
- How to make modifiers
- How to modify your fabric
- How to use iron + recipes
- Storing, re-using & disposing of mordants and more!
Expand Your Palette
Module five
- The in's & outs of commercial production
- Colour, light & wash-fastness
- Wholesale dye supplies & suppliers
- White label & in-house production
- Ensuring colour quality
- Calculating your costs
- Pricing your products
- Accessing your market
- Educating your customer
- Hang tags & care labels and more!
Selling Your Goods
bonus: module six
- Seven different dye bath tutorials
- Four dye projects
- Keeping a dye journal
- Natural dye suppliers & resources
- Course downloads
Dye Bath Tutorials & Projects
In addittion
“ I loved this course. I have been struggling to develop the foundations of natural dyeing, and Kathryn's patient step-by-step processes helped me to understand the fundamentals, helping me to move forward with more confidence. I appreciate the mix of video, written and live tutorials, and will reference the materials as I continue in my study and practice of natural dyeing.”
— ERIN, WREN BIRD ARTS
Life before the course:
You're struggling to grasp the foundations of the process
You're feeling confident about your progress & excited for what is to come!
You're spending a lot of time on this & feeling frustrated with your results
youR colours are turning out beautifully
You're confused about where to look for natural colour or what plants to use
Life after the course:
You're spending more time outdoors & identifying sources of natural colour all around you
It's probably
for you if...
Gain access to 200+ dye plants in this guide to natural colour & plant dyes ebook. A simple & easy guide to the magical world of natural dyes, plant sources and colours. A practical & informative addition to your natural dye toolkit.
Sources of Natural Colour & Plant Dye
Bonus #1
Unlock the secrets of nature’s colours & transform your art with nature! Learn to create eco-friendly paints from natural materials and master the art of paint making. Dive in and elevate your creative projects!
Make Paint From Plants Mini-Course
Bonus #2
Discover the art of steam bundling and create stunning patterns on silk using natural dye powders or flowers. In this lesson, you'll craft a beautiful, one-of-a-kind silk bandana while exploring dyes on fibre. Transform silk into wearable art—unlock your creativity and leave with a unique finished piece!"
The Steam Bundle Neckerchief Project
Bonus #3
Learn about the commercial production of naturally dyed goods; we'll cover all the basics like colour, light & wash-fastness, and white label vs in-house production. We'll look at quality control & consistency, costs, pricing, and more + I'll answer all your questions about bringing your goods to market.
Selling Your Naturally Dyed Goods: Live Class
Bonus #4
Classes, Support & Community
Access five months of live natural dye classes starting Jan 2025. All classes are recorded & uploaded to the student portal.
Live classes
Access five months of guidance & support. Through monthly check-ins & email support, ask questions as they arise.
coaching
You’ll be supported by a peer community inside a private group & community forum.
community
"I really enjoyed the classes, I felt they were very interactive and highly educational, I love when as a student you are given the opportunity to ask all your questions!
— AGNES WOLFE, CANADA
“ It's everything I’ve ever wanted to know and be able to do, and about 500 times more.”
— veronica hickey
"You made the course really personal even though it was online and the live meetings were so helpful! Also the focus on selling your products and all the extra's that comes with it. You are so thoughtful so every section and information is really detailed & elaborated".
— MARLEEN VAN HAAFTEN
And the other component I really appreciated was the occasion to email all our questions too, which supplemented in an ideal way the zoom classes when we had questions in between classes.
—Agnes Wolfe
You can complete the course lessons from the comfort of your couch or kitchen table, as long as you have an Internet connection!
The entire program is completely digital so you can access it from anywhere through the teaching platform.
You can do the course from home, on your schedule!
And you'll never miss a beat: you can go at your own pace and do the lessons on your schedule.
The best part...
How Much Time?
The honest answer is, it depends on you and your current situation. Most of our students grasp the process, build confidence & see results in 3-6 months.
Others might take a few extra months to read through the lessons and practice the steps. There is no rush and no right or wrong amount of time, because you have lifetime access to the course and all future updates! Remember, this isn't a "quick fix" by any means, it takes years to become skilled and confident in most subjects.
I recommend you set aside 1-4 hours per module to go through the material and practice the steps & techniques.
How long does it take to become confident at natural dyeing?
There has never been a better time to learn the art of natural dyeing.
Ready to elevate your creative practice & learn the art of natural dyeing?
- Turn textiles into beautiful pieces of eco-conscious handcrafted art!
- Become skilled in a creative art that is good for you & gentle on the planet!
- Add purpose, connection & inspiration to your life.
- Focus on the things you want to learn, explore & get good at!
"it is the absolute best explanation of the natural dyeing process I have ever come across."
— GERALDINE B
This for you if:
YOU want to learn how to naturally dye textiles, garments or fibre
You want to incorporate eco-friendly practiceS into your process or brand
You want to connect to nature & make more time to be creative
It's probably for you if...
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You're not interested in eco-friendly or sustainable practices
You don't have time or space for your creativity at the moment
You've no interest in learning this ancient art form
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It's probably
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You have had this on your 'List' of things to get good at...for a while!
You're not interested in natural colour, plants or textiles
Your Class Schedule
live classes
Live classes will take place on the first Saturday of each month. If you can't make a class, don't worry; classes will be recorded and uploaded to your course portal for your convenience.
JAN 18TH
INTRODUCTORY SESSION
JAN 24TH
Module 1: preparing fibre
FEB 1ST
Module 2: mordanting
MAR 1ST
module 3: PLANTS + colour
MAY 3RD
Module 5: Modifying
APR 5TH
Module 4: dyeing fibre
Imagine the things you could dye & the natural colours you could create!
You can keep trying to figure this out on your own, feeling frustrated or confused, learning from books, blog posts and google search results.
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You can learn my simplified methods & techniques to start creating beautifully dyed textiles and seeing results in just a few weeks!
If you're ready to stop trying to figure this out on your own and get a step-by-step plan, with proven techniques, support & guidance,
Get a step-by-step plan, with proven techniques, support & guidance
The 'Foundational Natural Dye Course & Coaching' will transform your creative process & the fibres you create!
You can do this even if you are busy..
I get it; it's a big commitment, And You're already busy!
You can do this even if you are busy..
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"your support and knowledge have been truly invaluable in my journey into natural dyeing, I cannot thank you enough for your generosity and expertise. Thank you so much for this course, it has been immensely helpful so far in my natural dye journey”
— AGNES WOLFE, CANADA
How it works..
Step #1: Enroll in the course
Purchase the course with the payment plan or the full-pay option. You can pay with PayPal or a credit card.
Step #2: Create your login
Create your username & password; you'll also receive an email with your login info & access details.
Step #3: Immediate access
The entire course will be waiting for you to move through on your time at a schedule that suits you best!
F.A.Q
Our next cohort starts in January 2025. Your learning begins as soon as you enrol in the course. Each module comes with a pre-recorded class along with detailed videos, lessons and guides for each step of the process.
You'll have unlimited lifetime access to the videos & lessons in the course. You'll also benefit from any updates or improvements made to the course.
The amount of time you spend on the course is up to you, if you could dedicate at least one module per month, and watch the pre-recorded classes to supplement your learning, you'll see the best results.
Equipment can be purchased inexpensively or sourced from your kitchen. To get the most from the course, I suggest you purchase a few ingredients which can be purchased for less than €30
Yes, you get it all: access to a community & private area for your group. You also have a chance to ask me your questions during our monthly live calls & email.
Yes, the dye plants are only one part of a more extensive process. While plants may differ, there is enough relevant cross-over & substantial teaching to be applicable no matter where you live.
Yes, the module on mordanting is the most detailed and extensive in the course. I go through every option & alternative with clear instructions and detailed guides.
Hi, I'm Kathryn
Hi, I’m Kathryn, the natural dyer behind the “Foundational Natural Dye Course”. Author of “Natural Dyeing - Learn How to Create Colour & Dye Textiles Naturally”. With 14+ years of experience working with plant colour, commercial natural dye production & education.
I’ve combined my years of varied natural dye work to create clear, informative & supportive learning experiences for makers, creatives, hobbyists & novice dyers. I am passionate about sources of natural colour, plant dye & sharing my love of this process with others!
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