This workshop is located in Murphy North Carolina

Eco-printing is a process of using plants to dye and print on fiber through contact printing methods. Botanical Printing is the addition of using natural dyes for added color.

During this workshop; participants will explore the alchemy of water, plant materials, heat, and metal and finish the class with beautiful prints on natural fiber fabrics.

In this workshop, we will be experimenting with different fibers. We will be using North Carolina natural plant materials brought with you from your garden. I will show you processes that have worked well for me and the equipment and bundling techniques that are used.

Be prepared for the wonderful smells that can only come from natural leaves, and be open to the magic

Come experience the magic that happens when Eco-Printing.

Eco Printing is a process of using plants to dye and print on fiber using direct contact printing methods

During our workshop’s; participants will explore the alchemy of water, plant materials, heat, and metal and finish the class with beautiful prints on protein fibers.

In these workshop's we will be creating samples and experimenting with different protein fibers ( silk, wool). I will show you processes that have worked well for me and the equipment and bundling techniques that are used.

Although students are asked to bring a variety of leaves to class, we will also forage to identify and collect plants for printing. Emphasis will be placed on safety, best practice procedures, environmental factors and plant characteristics.

The final project will be printing on a 14” x 72” silk scarf.

This is a relaxed, fun-filled class so come prepared for the wonderful smells that can only come from eucalyptus, and other natural leaves and be open to the magic

The Intro 1-Day workshop will cover:

The materials and equipment needed for eco-printing
Fabric selections & prep (please pre scour fabrics before class)
Choosing the right plants for dyeing and understanding the role tannin plays
Understanding the print process on protein fibers ( we will be using protein fibers only in this workshop, for the use of cellulose fibers- please check out the 3-day class)
Preparing the leaves for contact printing
Different techniques for laying out your leaves
Methods of rolling, tying, and cooking bundles

Class Kit FEE $45.

LEAVES THAT PRINT WELL: (North Carolina) Maple, oak, any hard wood tree leaves, Fruit tree leaves, Rose leaves, Marigold petals, Oak leaf, hydrangeas, Smoke bush, Coreopsis, Pretty leaves that act more as a resist when using color dye blankets that leave interesting shapes Tulip tree leaves, Kudzu, Ginkgo, Sassafras.

Intro to Eco Print- 1 day workshop

In this Eco-Print workshop, we will be creating samples and learning basic techniques of Eco-printing

INTRO CLASSES- Studio will supply ALL fabrics + 1 scarf ( $45 fee will be paid to instructor)

Students please bring:

2-3 hand towels/ roll paper towel, old studio towels work well.
thin medical gloves ( iron stains nails)
Large Black Plastic trash Garbage bag
Notebook with pencil
Digital camera/phone to record your layout and compare with results.
Bring leaves from home ( with high tannin content) we can also do a walk about the grounds, check grocery for Eucalyptus, Flowers not used in this workshop;
2 plastic shoe box or old tupperware container
plastic sheeting (painters plastic) Can purchase in Home Depot Paint Department
Medical ACE Bandages.( 4-6)
(6) Wood Dowels: Min 1” thick- 16” long ( HD or Lowes; they will cut in store, can also use wood pole from closet dept.)

LODGING IS AVAILABLE AT THE RANCH : https://wagonmasterranchresort.com/lodging

Intro to ECO PRINT WORKSHOP in NORTH CAROLINA