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Learn the art of natural dyeing in San Francisco and discover how to create vibrant and sustainable colors using locally sourced materials. Discover the secrets of tie-dyeing and create your own unique and colorful designs in San Francisco's vibrant and creative atmosphere.

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Evening Weaving

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Simple or complex, colorful or neutral, smooth or textured: find your own balance of elements. Students select projects and work at their own pace. Includes one hour studio time before class from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.  Class Requirements  Prerequisite: Eligable students must have taken a previous weaving class at Richmond Art Center within the last four years.

(13) Intermediate 18 and older
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$400

8 sessions

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Stitch-Resist Shibori Workshop

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

In stitch-resist shibori, beautiful patterns are created by using a running stitch using a needle and thread -- the stitches resist the dye, creating beautiful patterns and color variations. In this workshop, you'll learn stitching methods to create amazing shibori results. You will learn different stitching techniques as you plan and sew your own unique stitched pattern, After the stitching of a piece is completed, the cloth is drawn into tight...

(13) Beginner 16 and older
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$120
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Natural Bundle Dyeing and Eco-Printing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn the beautiful art of bundle dyeing with plants! In this four-hour workshop, you will gain an understanding of how to work with natural dyes as you explore the process of bundle dyeing.  We will cover an introduction to natural dye plants, mordants, and different types of fabric. We will work with natural dyestuffs including onion skins, turmeric, fresh and dried flowers, eucalyptus, and more. You are encouraged to bring in your own plants...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$120
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Shibori Dyeing with Indigo

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn the magic of indigo dye through Shibori techniques in this hands-on beginners workshop. You will design, dye and take home a tote bag. You will also get to create beautiful designs using a few Shibori techniques with cotton fabric to take home and make projects of your own (placemats, pillow cover, napkins, etc.).  Join a group of students and immerse yourself in an afternoon of fun and creativity! All dyeing materials provided. You can...

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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Hand-Painting with Fiber-Reactive Dyes

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn to hand-paint on natural fibers using fiber-reactive dyes. Create patterns, abstracts or figurative art in rich, vibrant color. Skills learned can be applied to any plant-based fiber, even wood!   Materials fee of $35 due to the instructor on the first day.

(13) All levels 17 and older
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$135

4 sessions

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Shibori Level 2

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn advanced techniques of Shibori, a Japanese dyeing technique using indigo. Create fabric designs using intricate Itajime folding techniques, and make beautiful patterns with Arashi, Sekka, Kiko and Asanoha. Suggested to take level 1, but new learners are welcome. NOTE: This class is not eligible for an Art Boost! Scholarship or any discount code. What To Bring: Small projects made of natural fibers like cotton, linen, silk, rayon. Students...

(13) All levels 16 and older
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$140
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Introduction to Turmeric Dyeing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

A brief introduction to a tie dye process using turmeric. Participants will A brief introduction to a natural dyeing process using turmeric. Participants will walk away with instructions on how to prepare a turmeric vat and a custom dyed piece!

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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Shibori Level 1

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn the magic of indigo dye through Shibori techniques in this hands-on all level workshop. You will design, dye and take home a tote bag. You will get to create beautiful designs using a few Shibori techniques with cotton fabric to take home and make projects of your own (placemats, pillow cover, napkins, etc.) Join a group of students and immerse in an afternoon of fun and creativity! All dyeing materials provided. You can bring a couple of...

(13) Intermediate 16 and older
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$105
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Natural Dye 101

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn natural dye basics with wild foraged, grocery store foraged and store bought dye plants. Students will go home with their own naturally dyed tote bag and the knowledge to continue dyeing in their own kitchen.  Prepare $20 for the materials fee to be paid on the day of class.

(13) All levels 17 and older
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Tie Dye Camp

Richmond Art Center

In this camp students will learn the art of tie-dying! Day 1- tie dying a wash cloth/towel- using two tie dye colors, students will create their own unique piece Day 2- tie dying socks - plain white washcloth/towel, socks and t-shirt. three tie-dye colors students will create their own unique pair of socks Day 3- tie-dying a T-shirt- using as many tie-dye colors as you would like, students will create their very own unique T-shirt. Supplies...

(13) All levels 9 - 12 years old
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Reviews for Dye Classes in San Francisco

Dye Classes in San Francisco are rated 4.8 stars based on 13 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Natural Bundle Dyeing and Eco-Printing

    Reviewed by Julian M. on 10/7/2019
    Lovely afternoon spent with a bunch of plants. Kirsten's workshop approach worked great, as people brought their independent projects and even contributed plants. Kirsten steamed a ton of stuff. My pillowcase looks exquisite! I would definitely take this class again.
  • Stitch-Resist Shibori Workshop

    Reviewed by Maggie G. on 9/30/2019
    We learned 5 different Shibori techniques. The teacher was very organized and everyone came away feeling successful.

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