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Judy P. dye - print - weave

Contact name: Judy Preston
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Maker's bio

I am a Weaver, Printmaker, Felt maker and Dyer living and making in the West Midlands. I practice and I teach. I have learnt from some of the most generous of makers/teachers and I hope that their good practice and generosity shines through in my teaching too. I love learning from students and from fellow makers in my neighbourhood. I am the founding member of Made in Boldmere.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Ecodyeing - a full day introduction to leaves, rust, heat and fabric alchemy!
Next date: 6th May 2023
2 places left
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Ecodyeing with Natural Dyes and Indigo. An Intermediate Course.
Next date: 14th Apr 2023
6 places left
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Natural dyeing - a taster day
Next date: 22nd Apr 2023
6 places left

Recent reviews

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18 Nov 22'

Maggie Hawker reviewed: Natural dyeing - a taster day

"I’ve already tinkered with natural dyeing but wanted to learn how to do it properly. I wasn’t disappointed! What a lovely, friendly and homely day we had. All my questions were answered, all the things I’d done wrong previously were highlighted and a way forward and enthusiasm for getting on with it achieved! It was more like spending a day with friends than a course and we were very well looked after in terms of food and drinks - and lovely cake! A thoroughly enjoyable day and a huge collection of sample fabrics now at home for reference. Thank you Judy. I can’t wait to do your other courses! X"

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

" Hi Maggie, it was a pleasure to work with you. I look forward to seeing how you develop your skills and your dye garden. The dye samples looked great didnt they? I will post the photos in the course description. "

6 Nov 22'

Hazel reviewed: Natural dyeing - a taster day

"I had a very enjoyable day with Judy, she was very informative and I felt very welcome in her home setting to include a superb lunch. I recommend this introduction to natural dying workshop and I’m looking forward to more sessions in the near future. The silk scarf 🧣 which I tie died using these natural dyes came out amazing 🤩 "

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

" Thanks Hazel, it was an enjoyable and very productive day wasn't it? I look forward to seeing you again. Judy "

28 Oct 22'

dee reviewed: Ecodyeing with Natural Dyes and Indigo. An Intermediate Course.

"yes totally agree"

27 Oct 22'

dee reviewed: Ecodyeing with Natural Dyes and Indigo. An Intermediate Course.

"I had absolutely enjoyed leaned about the Eco dying technique from a great tutor, Judy. I had also attended her course on Eco dyeing - a full day introduction to leaves, rust, heat and fabric alchemy! which was very informative and had given me a very good insight on the principles of Eco dyeing and the different types of leaves and dyes use and what effect could be achieved with various combinations. There was no limit to the use of various dyes and types of leaves she had provided. we had used the fabric and various leaves and dyes very generously. She is very passionate about her work as well as teaching us both basic theory and practical side of it. It was really useful to learn from her experience, where we could go wrong and how to mend or correct various techniques. She was very up to date with various techniques that others practice in various part of the world and even shared that and allowed us to experiment them in her studio. We had the opportunity to practice on various medium including various fabrics and even papers. I would love to learn some more on various dye methods and looking forward to attending few more classes with her. End of the day I did come out with beautiful scrves and may sample pieces which I could frame Also, the freshly made home made soups and deserts very absolutely amazing with unlimited access to teas and coffees. I have even suggested her to start some cookery/baking classes I absolutely enjoyed both the classes with her and would strongly recommend to attend her classes"

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

" Dee, Thankyou so much for your review. We all worked very hard didn’t we? So much to learn and such good results. Judy x "

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