Immerse yourself in the craft of natural dyeing over several days at the Threads of Life Natural Dye Studio. Explore traditional dye techniques using natural ingredients—indigo, morinda, ceriops, and mud—and discover the cultural significance behind each dye. These hands-on classes provide you with the opportunity to connect with nature, deepen your understanding of sustainable practices, and create your own art with beautiful natural colours.
We work directly with over 1,200 women in more than 35 groups on 12 Indonesian islands from Kalimantan to Timor.
We empower women’s enterprises and put money directly into women’s hands where it best ensures their households’ welfares.
Our cultural and technical support moves weavers to great pride of ownership, inspiring the extraordinary quality of their work.
Dye plant use perpetuates a sustainable relationship with the land, and helps a community prioritize conservation.
