About

This is a great class if you've never used acid dyes before, or if you'd like a very basic refresher in how acid dyes work along with the variables that affect final colors and how to use the dyes safely.

You'll be provided with a full skein of machine-washable Merino yarn for creating your own special skein, plus several small sample skeins, to learn the basics of kettle-dyeing, low-immersion dyeing and dip-dyeing. While the focus is on yarn dyeing, we'll talk about fabric dyeing, as well. Colors will be pre-mixed, but we'll go over how to mix your own dyes from powders.

Details

• This is the foundation for joining monthly Better Together! Acid Dyeing Study Group meet ups. If you want to join that group and don't have prior acid dyeing experience, this short course is for you!
• Dress for a mess! Dyes may stain clothes or shoes.
• Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes, as you’ll be on your feet for most of the class.

Details

• A $25 material fee, included in the cost of this class, covers a full skein of machine-washable Merino yarn plus several small sample skeins and all dyes used.
• You'll also need an N95 mask (or equivalent), rubber gloves, and, if desired, an apron

Prerequisites

Dye Lab Orientation

Class Policies

Ages 14 and up are welcome.