Join me for a botanical dyeing workshop at the lovely The Sidewalk Flowers shop in Cole Valley, San Francisco! I’ll share the fundamentals of botanical dyeing, from preparing different types of natural fiber, to selecting plants to make dye. We’ll discuss how to make dye and ink from different sources, including garden plants and pantry staples.

You can then choose from a selection of fabric and dyes to make your own dye baths to take home at the end of the class. We’ll finish by using botanical ink to make a series of prints on paper and fabric, which will also be yours to keep. All materials and equipment are included, in addition to a workshop booklet for instructions and note-taking.

I love these workshops as an opportunity to engage and observe plants in a different way. It gives us a chance to slow down and take in our surroundings, while also stepping into sometimes ancient traditions of scientific study and decoration. Whether you have a gardening space large or small, or are simply exploring your local flora, these practices allow us to preserve the seasons and record intangible moments.

Price, including all materials: $165

Sun. June 11, 2023 | The Sidewalk Flowers shop | 90 Parnassus Ave. San Francisco, CA 94117