Batik is a traditional fabric dyeing technique from Indonesia that uses wax to both fix and resist dyes. By painting wax onto cotton and submerging our cloth in various dye baths we will create multilayered works of art that you can take home with you. Have something you’re excited to batik? If it’s cotton, bring it to the workshop! DWS will also have lots of material ready to be batiked.
Who: All women (trans-inclusive), Two Spirit, non-binary, and gender expansive folks that want to learn new skills in a space that centres women’s experiences are very welcome to DWS’ summer workshops. Kids under thirteen years old are asked to come with an adult buddy.
Where: All workshops are planned to happen in DWS’ outdoor garden. Please plan and dress for some fun outdoor learning. We’ve got lots of sunscreen!
For the safety of the folks who use Dawson Women’s Shelter’s services, our location is confidential. For folks who already know DWS’ physical location – please keep this info confidential. For folks who don’t yet know DWS’ location – when you register, we’ll let you know where we are and directions to the shelter.
RSVP: Workshops are limited to 12 people. Please register for each workshop by calling 867.993.5086 or emailing
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Cost: We are pleased to offer these workshops for FREE, including all materials!
Accessibility: DWS garden is outdoors, on uneven ground, with a limited number of low and folding chairs available. There is a small, inaccessible washroom available in the shelter, with three steps to access.
Please call or email if you have any additional accessibility needs, including learning differences, physical needs, allergies, or something else. We will do our very best to accommodate!
In the event of rain, please check Facebook or contact the shelter for an update.
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