NOTE:
• This class is held Monday - Tuesday each week but only Monday shows in the calendar.
• To schedule this class on other days and further arrangements, please contact us on Whatsapp or Email.
For four millennia the natural dye traditions of Indonesia have articulated an intimate and harmonious relationship with the earth. Based on field research and studio practice since 1998, Threads of Life’s staff dyers offer a 2-day workshop exploring the making, meaning and application of these colours through the practices of batik, yarn and swatch dyeing.
Time
Monday-Tuesday, starts from 9.00 to 17.00
Class Location
Threads of Life Dye Studio at
Umajati Retreat, Petulu, Ubud
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You can extend your experience by adding Studio Day Use to your booking.
Participation in this 2-day studio introduction, or a week-long studio workshop, is prerequisite for Studio Day Use as a member. This ensures that all members understand the studio's standard practices for scouring, dyeing and finishing.
Lunch, snacks, and beverages are provided.
Contact us on Whatsapp or Email for further arrangement.
Class Details
DAY 1
9:00-1:00
- Dye garden walk-through and dye plant introduction.
- Introductory talk on Indonesia's natural dye practices.
- Indigo paste making.
- Making an indigo vat with sugar as a reducing agent.
- How to scour (prepare) fabric in preparation for dyeing.
1:00-2:00
- Lunch
2:00-5:00
- Indigo dyeing of fabric swatches to practice colour gradation.
- Introduction to Ceriops tagal rust colour dye processes.
- Ceriops dyeing of fabric swatches to practice colour gradation.
DAY 2
9:00-1:00
- Introduction to dyeing greys and blacks with mud.
- Introduction to yellow dyeing with Jackfruit heartwood Artocarpus heterophyllus..
- How to finish (wash) fabric after dyeing.
1:00-2:00
- Lunch
2:00-5:00
- Hands-on practice guided by teacher.
- Address questions specific to your practice in the studio.
Cancellation and Refunds
There is a 100% refund for cancellations more than 7 days before the start of class.
There is a 50% refund for cancellations less than 7 days before the start of class.
There is NO REFUND for no show.
Book Your Class*
Online Booking at www.studio.threadsoflife.com | Whatsapp | Email
Offline Booking at Store | Gallery
*Payment in advance is required to secure your place.
