Natural Dyes: Introduction to Materials

Sat, Mar 29 2025
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Greenpoint, Eco Lab 1

climate and the environment fiber arts

Join us as we explore using natural materials, such as plants and insects (ethically sourced!), to dye fabric and yarn. We’ll discuss the scientific dyeing processes, mordanting different materials, and color shifting.

Our dyes are permanent, so dress accordingly. Bring your own apron if possible. All supplies included.

Adults only. No registration - 12 spots available, come early, space is limited.

Other events in this series:

Natural Dyes: Introduction to Materials - Teens

Tues., Apr. 22nd, 4:30pm-6:30pm

Natural Dyes: Family Earth Day

Sat., Apr. 26th, 10:30am-12:30pm

Natural Dyes: Indigo Dyeing - Teens

Tues. June 17th, 4:30pm-6:30pm

Natural Dyes: Summer Solstice - Indigo Dyeing

Sat. June 21st, 10:30am-12:30pm

GCEF This series is made possible through the generous support of the Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund.

Natural Dye
107 Norman Ave. at Leonard St.
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Add to My Calendar 03/29/2025 10:30 am 03/29/2025 12:30 pm America/New_York Natural Dyes: Introduction to Materials <p>Join us as we explore using natural materials, such as plants and insects (ethically sourced!), to dye fabric and yarn. We’ll discuss the scientific dyeing processes, mordanting different materials, and color shifting.</p><p>Our dyes are permanent, so dress accordingly. Bring your own apron if possible. All supplies included.</p><p><strong>Adults only.</strong> <strong>No registration - 12 spots available, come early, space is limited.</strong></p><p><em>Other events in this series:</em></p><p><strong>Natural Dyes: Introduction to Materials - Teens</strong></p><p>Tues., Apr. 22nd, 4:30pm-6:30pm</p><p><strong>Natural Dyes: Family Earth Day</strong></p><p>Sat., Apr. 26th, 10:30am-12:30pm</p><p><strong>Natural Dyes: Indigo Dyeing - Teens</strong></p><p>Tues. June 17th, 4:30pm-6:30pm</p><p><strong>Natural Dyes: Summer Solstice - Indigo Dyeing</strong></p><p>Sat. June 21st, 10:30am-12:30pm</p> Brooklyn Public Library - Greenpoint, Eco Lab 1 MM/DD/YYYY 60