Natural Dyeing - Roots

Description

Discover the magic of natural colour in this immersive, hands-on workshop exploring two historic botanical dyes: madder and rhubarb root. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, this one-day course guides you through every stage of the natural dyeing process, from preparing fibres and creating dye baths, to experimenting with mordants, modifiers, and layered colour techniques. You’ll create a full set of swatches for your personal dye reference library and finish a beautiful project piece such as a skein of yarn, scarf, tote bag, or fabric panel. Along the way, you’ll learn practical skills and tips for continuing your natural dye journey at home. You’ll learn: How to scour and prepare different fibres Alum mordanting and a cellulose tannin treatment Extracting colour from plant roots Working safely with natural dyes Creating reds, oranges, yellows, olives & brick tones How pH, iron, and layering dramatically shift colour Troubleshooting and repeatable recipes You’ll take home: A complete swatch card set 1–2 finished naturally dyed items Recipe sheets and technique notes Join us for a day of creativity, plant colour, and slow craft joy.

What's included in the price?

All of the materials required for the course Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided, please bring your own lunch

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Coppice and Colour

with Craft Courses since 2025

Message the tutor

Liz and Stuart are artisans passionate about traditional crafts. Together, they run a brush-making, natural dyeing, and green woodworking company, blending heritage techniques with sustainable practices. Their work celebrates nature’s beauty, crafting handmade brushes, dyed textiles, and wooden goods with care and authenticity, inspiring a deeper connection to the natural world.