Come learn the art and science of hand-dyeing animal fibers!
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In this class, we’ll be working with magenta, red, orange, and yellow to hand paint a skein of yarn in a warm blend of hues resembling a red dragon’s infernal breath! You’ll learn about the amazing history and qualities of Bluefaced Leicester sheep and wool, experience the science behind the heat/acid dying process used to color animal fibers, and leave with a 100 g. skein of Bluefaced Leicester/Silk/Cashmere blend yarn (fingering weight; 438 yds/400,5 m) that you dyed with your very own hands! Be sure to check out my other two dyeing classes: Hand-Painted Autumn Hues and Hand-Painted Water Hues! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.)
Come learn the art and science of hand-dyeing animal fibers!
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In this class, we’ll be working with red, orange, yellow, and green to hand paint a skein of yarn in a riot of autumn color reminiscent of the changing leaves. You’ll learn about the amazing history and qualities of Bluefaced Leicester sheep and wool, experience the science behind the heat/acid dying process used to color animal fibers, and leave with a 100 g. skein of Bluefaced Leicester/Silk/Cashmere blend yarn (fingering weight; 438 yds/400,5 m) that you dyed with your very own hands! Be sure to check out my other two dyeing classes: Hand-Painted Fire Hues and Hand-Painted Water Hues! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.)
Come learn the art and science of hand-dyeing animal fibers!
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In this class, we’ll be working with green, aqua, blue, and violet to hand paint a skein of yarn in a cool swirl of deepwater hues reminiscent of the hidden depths of the merfolk. You’ll learn about the amazing history and qualities of Bluefaced Leicester sheep and wool, experience the science behind the heat/acid dying process used to color animal fibers, and leave with a 100 g. skein of Bluefaced Leicester/Silk/Cashmere blend yarn (fingering weight; 438 yds/400,5 m) that you dyed with your very own hands! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.)
Come join me for the first of the yarn dyeing classes! Learn skills that you can carry to your kitchen or to the classroom to hand-paint a skein of yarn in bright, fun colors!
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Come join me for the first of this year’s yarn dyeing classes! Learn skills that you can carry to your kitchen or to the classroom to hand-paint a skein of yarn in bright, fun colors! Let your imagination be your guide! We will be working with Kool-Aid drink mix powder packets to dye a skein of Bluefaced Leicester/Silk blend yarn (55% BFL/45% Silk, 438 yds.). Be sure to check out all of this year’s classes: Party Playdate, Arctic Lights, Caribbean Sunset, GenCon-trails, and Sunset Stripes! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.) For the latest information and updates, FAQ, and other information, visit our website.
This colorway was suggested by last year’s attendees! Join me as we hand-paint a skein to resemble a night sky ablaze with the Aurora Borealis.
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This colorway was suggested by last year’s attendees! Join me as we hand-paint a skein of sparkling, luxury baby Alpaca, silk, cashmere blend yarn to resemble a night sky ablaze with the Aurora Borealis. Glittering stellina fibers (super soft and not at all irritating, even on baby-sensitive skin) are spun into the yarn giving it a glittery, shimmering sparkle. (65% baby alpaca/20% silk/10% cashmere/5% silver stellina) Be sure to check out all of this year’s classes: Party Playdate, Arctic Lights, Caribbean Sunset, GenCon-trails, and Sunset Stripes! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.)
Inspired by the peachy sunsets, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear aqua waters of the Caribbean! Join me as we injection-paint a pre-wound skein to remind us of salty breezes and the setting sun
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Inspired by the peachy sunsets, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear aqua waters of the Caribbean! Join me as we injection-paint a pre-wound skein of luxurious desert silk/baby camel blend yarn to remind us of salty breezes and the setting sun (50% desert silk/50% baby camel). We’ll be applying aqua and peachy-orange to the already sand-colored yarn base. Be sure to check out all of this year’s classes: Party Playdate, Arctic Lights, Caribbean Sunset, GenCon-trails, and Sunset Stripes! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.) For the latest information and updates, FAQ, and other information, visit our website!
You won’t believe this yarn! Join me as we tie-die a skein of loopy, textured Suri alpaca/silk blend yarn to resemble a blue summer sky sprinkled with fluffy clouds and crossed by a perfect contrail!
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You won’t believe this yarn! Join me as we tie-die a skein of loopy, textured Suri alpaca/silk blend yarn to resemble a blue summer sky sprinkled with fluffy clouds and crossed by a perfect contrail! This yarn will be perfect for adding a fun and funky touch to any project that needs texture!! It has a heavy halo which is perfect for emphasizing the partly-sunny sky’s friendly clouds. (74% Suri alpaca/26% silk) Be sure to check out all of this year’s classes: Party Playdate, Arctic Lights, Caribbean Sunset, GenCon-trails, and Sunset Stripes! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.)
In this extra special class, we will be hand-painting 2 half skeins of yarn at once to make matching balls of self-striping yarn! Inspired by a photo of a vivid and cloudy sunset.
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In this extra special class, we will be hand-painting 2 half skeins of yarn at once to make matching balls of self-striping yarn! Inspired by a photo of a vivid and cloudy sunset, we’ll be using shades of yellow, orange, magenta and violet to create unique stripe patterns. Be sure to check out all of this year’s classes: Party Playdate, Arctic Lights, Caribbean Sunset, GenCon-trails, and Sunset Stripes! (All materials, supplies, and safety equipment will be provided by the instructor. Please note: We will be working with active dyes, so please do be mindful of your clothing. Dark-colored, cotton clothing is recommended. The instructor is not responsible for stains, you’ve been properly warned.)For the latest information and updates, FAQ, and other information, visit our website.