This workshop offers an introduction to natural dye processes including mordanting, preparing plant-based dye vats, and post-mordanting. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of working with natural dyes and will create a dye reference booklet with a range of fibres including, cotton, silk and linen as well as a sample Shed’s very own alpaca. Additionally…
Create your very own naturally dyed shawl using the botanicals foraged from Shed’s farm. On a super soft and generously sized (43 x 90 inches) organic cotton, we’ll explore surface design along with the nuance and variation that can be achieved by working with mordants in combination with natural dyes.
In this workshop we’ll discover the magic of working with locally harvested plants to create vibrant yellows, golds and taupe tones nuanced with mordants. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of working with natural dyes and will create a dye reference booklet with a range of fibres including, cotton, silk and linen. Additionally participants will…
‘Members 4 Members’ is a casual Pecha-Kucha style event for members of DesignTO’s Membership Program. Artists and designers Tania Love, Georgia Mackenzie-MacPherson, Meredith Moore, Christine Tatilon share their inspiring creative work with Toronto’s design community. With each speaker presenting 20 slides for 20 seconds each, this Pecha-Kucha style presentation combines inspiring narratives with visual engagement,…