Description
Enjoy a relaxing and inspiring day in a homely environment in south Liverpool, exploring the potential to print red sustainable with eucalyptus leaves. Guided by Maggie Pearson, an experienced botanical printer and teacher, you will learn how to create botanical 'eco' prints by [1] steaming and [2] in a 'dirty' dye pot which is rich in eucalyptus, other tannins and iron and creates wonderfully complex backgrounds. There are over 800 varieties of eucalyptus trees, and a small number create stunning leaf prints in red. The workshop will be at Maggie's home with its well stocked garden in south Liverpool. Whilst having fun in a relaxed environment, you'll learn how to create a dye bath in which to immerse your bundles of fabric and leaves; how to steam bundles and how to print samples of leaves to identify which print and which do not. You'll also create a beautiful fine wool gauze or silk scarf with eucalyptus prints of your choice [based on your sample results]. This course is suitable for beginners or those with some eco printing experience who wish to understand better printing with eucalyptus. As participant numbers are restricted to five, there will be plenty of time for discussion. Normally, these workshops need a minimum of three participants to run. You can purchase extra pieces of cloth to print if you wish, on the day.
What's included in the price?
All materials, fully prepared, value £30. Free car parking. Tea and coffee all day. Light vegetarian lunch [vegan can be supplied on request].
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Maggie Pearson’s sustainable textile art is inspired by, and explores, the natural environment. She creates wearable and household textiles, printed papers and wall art with natural fibres. Maggie’s unique textiles and papers are individually designed and printed with natural processes, by steaming or simmering locally grown leaves and flowers with natural fibres and dyes. Maggie loves to spread the joy of botanical eco printing by running workshops. She takes commissions and will run workshops for your group.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Hearing impaired
- Limited mobility
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Parking provided
- Tutor can travel
- Suitable for beginners
- Daytime (weekdays)
FAQs
A light vegetarian lunch will be provided, and a vegan lunch can be provided on request.
You are very welcome to bring your own lunch if you prefer.
No. All materials required for the course will be provided, fully prepared, and are included in the course fee.
If you wish to bring some of your own fabric or paper to print, please contact Maggie to discuss this, as it will almost certainly require prior preparation.
Extra materials, fully prepared, can be purchased from Maggie at the workshop if required.
A List of Requirements will be sent to you soon after your book the course. You will not need to bring any specialist items.. the list just includes every day items which you will already have, such as an apron/protective clothing, protective gloves.
No. This course is designed for beginners, but those with prior experience will also find it useful to consolidate their learning and gain expert advice on any problems or disappointment they have encountered.
