Dyeing wool fabric with silk!

Service Description

In this workshop, you’ll use pattern and color from fabrics such as men’s silk ties or scarves to dye wool fabrics, creating interesting colors & designs. Jazz up a plain woolen garment or tired woolen textiles. Participants should bring the following supplies: - 2 X gallon [4 L.] jugs of water - A dishpan or bucket for rinsing projects - 2 x plastic bags [25 litre “kitchen catcher” size] - Optional: thinner, light-colored wool fabrics, colorful old silk fabrics [old ties, patterned silk blouses, scarves or fabric scraps] Heide is a versatile textile artist working in multiple disciplines on Gabriola Island.