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Create permanent prints of real flowers on fabric. Steam draws out each plant's unique color and shape, which then becomes a permanent print on the silk. Adding another element: students will be introduced to “carrier cloths”. Also called a “dye blanket”, a “carrier cloth” is fiber that has been immersed in a concentrated dye bath and laid on top of the scarf before dyeing. Carrier cloths pull out different colors from the plants verses when using a plain barrier cloth. We will also use the concentrate dye baths to create “dye charged leaves” to add to our eco-printed design. Each student will receive one silk scarf. We will cover the natural dye basics (like how to prepare your fibers); an eco-printing demonstration with a dye blanket demonstration.This workshop is open to both new students or those who have taken previous eco-printing workshops!
(In the event that BAC has to cancel a class session due to weather or facility emergencies, please note the pre-scheduled make up date for this course will be 10/4. More information on our policies for cancellations can be found HERE.)
CLASS MATERIALS
A materials fee has been included in the cost of tuition and all materials will be provided.
ACCESSIBILITY
NOTE: This class will be held in Berkshire Art Center’s 3D Studio at Citizens’ Hall, Stockbridge. Our 3D Studio is located on the second floor of the building so stair use is required. In addition, restrooms are located on the basement level of our building so stair use is also required.
For all classes held at Citizens’ Hall in Stockbridge, please note our historic building has narrow doorways and is not equipped with an elevator. Our bathrooms, ceramics studio, and 3D studio are accessible via stairs only. We welcome and make every effort to accommodate learners of all styles and abilities. Please contact us if you have questions about accessibility to our building and classes before registering!
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