Join us for a special workshop with Aura Iris + Laila Textiles. We will discover the art of natural bundle dyeing while also learning about our Auras. In this 3 hour workshop led by natural dyer Liz Mortensen & life doula Claire Mooney , you'll learn the basics of natural dye and how to bundle dye with plants + get your Aura photographed and read.
Dye Workshop will cover:
Basics of natural dyeing including fabric prep, mordants, and modifiers
Overview of natural dye plants and how to extract plant dye
How to naturally bundle dye fabric with plants
Each student will create and leave with a one-of-a kind bundle dyed 100% silk scarf as well as a PDF with information covered at workshop
Aura Photography
Each person will have their Aura Photographed and leave with a polaroid photo of their Aura
Learn about what each color, position, and shapes mean in your photograph.
Date: Sunday August 27th, 2023
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 2908 W Fullerton Unit #202 - Chicago, IL (access information will be emailed to students)
Accessibility Information - Studio is wheelchair accessible, contact us for more information/ questions.
Class Fees cover all supplies and materials. No prior experience needed, all are welcome! Please wear clothes you do not mind getting a bit messy.
Workshop Tickets are final sale and not eligible for refunds.