Natural Dye Basics: Harvesting Color from the Dye GardenSara GoodmanWednesday, August 3rd- Friday, August 5th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewIn this workshop, students will learn the varieties of natural dye plants that grow successfully in our region, harvest and process plants used for natural dyes from the Sanborn Mills Farm dye garden, and create dye baths […]
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1 event,Natural Dye: A Focus on Protein FibersCatharine EllisMonday August 8th- Friday, August 12th 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop OverviewThis workshop will focus on the best practices for mordanting and dyeing protein fabrics and fibers, including both wool and silk. Purchased dyestuffs and extracts will be used as well as some locally grown plants. There will be discussion […]
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1 event,Natural Dye: A Focus on Cellulose Fibers and PrintingCatharine Ellis Monday August 15th- Friday, August 19th 9:00 am- 5:00 pmWorkshop OverviewNatural dyers often find cellulose fibers (cotton, linen, ramie, Tencel, etc.) more challenging to dye with natural colorants than protein fibers. The core of this workshop will cover various approaches to successful mordanting and dyeing of […]
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As the COVID-19 Pandemic still lingers please understand that your safety is our biggest concern. Although we are not requiring vaccines to attend this event, we do ask that everyone take personal responsibility for protecting other visitors by staying home if you feel ill or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive […] |
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Celebrating with Garlands from NatureLynn Martin GratonSunday, August 21 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWorkshop OverviewWearing fresh flowers and greens for celebrations is a tradition shared by many cultures and stretches back to ancient times. In New England, the custom of making garlands to celebrate May Day is based upon traditions brought long ago from England. […]
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1 event,Blacksmithing BasicsGarry KalajianFriday, August 26th - Sunday, August 28th 8:00am - 4:00pmWorkshop OverviewBlacksmithing Basics is for students who are new to blacksmithing and those with some experience looking to improve their skillset. All students in the course will work with a traditional coal forge and mild steel. Students will begin with an introduction to body […]
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1 event,Botanical Printing and Eco-Dyeing on Paper with Book Binding Basics and the Coptic StitchAnne McMillanSaturday, September 3 - Sunday, September 4 9:00am - 5:00pmWorkshop Overview:This workshop will cover the basics of Botanical Printing, or Eco-Dyeing, and the process to create Books from your dyed papers. Botanical Printing/Eco-Dyeing is a wonderful way to create plant impressions […]
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