Hands on learning
Natural DYE WORKSHOPS
Tailored & immersive learning experiences around the process of natural dyeing for individuals, groups & corporate clients in Dublin, Ireland & Europe
Immersive Natural Dye Workshops
Take a look at our upcoming workshops in London, Dublin & Greece
In-person Workshops
Want to learn but can't make it to a workshop? Take a look at our online options
online workshops
Want to organise a workshop for yourself or a group? Get in touch here
private workshops
LONDON, MAY 18TH
BEGINNER'S NATURAL DYE WORKSHOP
Join me in London this May for an immersive morning of creativity & natural colour. Learn how to prepare your fibres for dyeing, how to make colour bind, make dye baths, extract colour from plants & dye your fibres.
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LONDON: MAY 19TH
PLANT DYES, TEXTILES & BOTANICAL PAINTS WORKSHOP
Join me at the beautiful studio of Kristin Peres on the vibrant Columbia Rd. this May. Learn how to extract colour from natural sources, dye fabric & make watercolour paints from plants.
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ONLINE: SEP 7TH
PLANT DYES, TEXTILES & BOTANICAL PAINTS WORKSHOP
Join me online for an afternoon plant dyes, swatches, handmade paper, alchemy & textile joy! Learn how to extract colour from natural sources, dye fabric & make watercolour paints from plants.
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GREECE: 14-18TH OCT
EN PLEIN AIR RETREAT
Join us for a wonderful gathering on the island of Andros, an untouched Greek paradise with awe-inspiring scenery that will provide endless inspiration for painting, drawing and working with natural dyes.
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GIFT A WORKSHOP
“It was honestly the best workshop I have ever been to. I left the room with a new perspective & inspiration.”
- KAROLINA GNIADO
I absolutely loved our day together - it was truly one of the best and loveliest textile days I’ve ever done. And I’d love to do an indigo day with you sometime soon".
- MARGIE SULLIVAN
"Kathryn did a really lovely job of explaining everything to us & gave us so many opportunities to work through the techniques ourselves. It was a very hands-on experience and surprisingly peaceful".
- JOANNE ALLEN
"And thank you again for Saturday. We really enjoyed the workshop - learning about the dyeing process has given us a heightened appreciation of all hand-dyed textiles!"
- EMER MCMANUS
CurioUs about the process?
Learning how to extract colour from natural sources & dye fibres, fabrics, textiles or garments is a great way to build your knowledge while preserving & reviving traditional arts.
We all learn differently but if you're anything like me, I need to see a process in action to grasp it fully. While books, tutorials & articles have their merit, theres nothing quite like the understanding that comes from immersing yourself fully in a process and being able to ask questions as they arise.
Whether you're an amateur natural dyer or you simply like to dip your toes in all kids of creative pursuits, my natural dye workshops are a wonderful way to spend your time, meet new people & add an incredibly valuable skill to your repertoire.
If you're looking for someone to gently guide you through the process from start to finish in a relaxing environment then you've come to the right place.
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“Kathryn is a wonderful, patient, sensitive teacher, I wish we could have spent an extra week
together Making things!
- EMIKO DAVIS, ITALY
