Indigo Vat Prep + Dyeing Video Workshop
VIDEO WORKSHOP
Indigo Vat Prep + Dyeing
Explore the Magic of Natural Blues
Delve into the rich tradition of indigo dyeing with our comprehensive video workshop
Learn to create and maintain an organic indigo fructose vat using just three natural ingredients: organic indigo extract powder, fructose, and lime. This method, inspired by French natural dyer and scientist Michel Garcia, offers a sustainable and non-toxic approach to achieving deep, long-lasting blues on natural fibers.
Why Choose This Workshop?
This self-paced video workshop provides step-by-step guidance on setting up and using your indigo vat. You'll gain insights into achieving even color saturation, troubleshooting common issues, and maintaining your vat for long-term use as a closed-loop dye system.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop offers valuable knowledge for your natural dyeing journey.
What You'll Learn
How to prepare and maintain an organic indigo fructose vat
Techniques for achieving vibrant, even blues on various natural fibers
Troubleshooting tips to keep your vat balanced and effective over time
Best practices for sustainable and eco-friendly dyeing
Ready to embark on your natural dyeing journey? Access the self-paced Indigo Dyeing Workshop:
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Meet Your Instructor,
Babs Behan
Babs Behan is a renowned natural dye artist and the founder of Botanical Inks.
With a passion for sustainable practices and a deep respect for nature, Babs brings years of experience in natural dyeing techniques, guiding students to explore their creativity while fostering a connection with the environment.
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What You’ll Need:
Organic indigo extract powder
Fructose
Lime
Natural fiber fabrics (e.g., silk, cotton, wool)
Basic kitchen equipment: stainless steel pot, thermometer, stirring utensil
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Ready to embark on your natural dyeing journey? Access the self-paced Indigo Dyeing Workshop:
Enhance Your Experience:
To complement your learning, consider ordering our Indigo Dye Kit, which includes:
• 1/2 meter of organic UK-grown peace silk
• Organic indigo extract powder
• Fructose
• Lime
• Twine for resist pattern making
This kit provides enough materials to dye the included silk scarf and one or two additional small items of your own. Please allow 4–5 working days for dispatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Organic indigo extract powder
Fructose
Lime
Natural fiber fabrics (e.g., silk, cotton, wool)
Basic kitchen equipment: stainless steel pot, thermometer, stirring utensil
To complement your learning, consider ordering our Indigo Dye Kit, which includes:
1/2 meter of organic UK-grown peace silk
Organic indigo extract powder
Fructose
Lime
Twine for resist pattern making
This kit provides enough materials to dye the included silk scarf and one or two additional small items of your own. Please allow 4–5 working days for dispatch.
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Upon booking, you'll receive a video link to follow along at your own pace. You can pause, rewind, or re-watch the content as needed. Please allow 1–2 working days for the file link to be emailed to the address registered at checkout.
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