Invasive Color: Using Invasive Species as Natural Dyes

Many of the plants we now consider invasive species were brought to this country for a purpose. This workshop explores several invasive plants which can be used as natural dyes. There’s no guilt about peeling off the bark or pulling up the whole plant to make these dye baths!

You will learn plant identification, a bit of natural history, methods to prevent spread of invasive species, and how to use these otherwise undesirable species to create beautiful colors. Experimentation will include the use of modifiers and mordants and several different methods for obtaining colors. You will go home with a minimum of eight different dyed skeins, approximately 25 yards each. The instructor will provide yarn and all dye materials. Students should bring a plastic bag for samples.

Find more information and register here: https://duluthfolkschool.com/events/invasive-color-using-invasive-species-as-natural-dyes-may-2025/

You may also like the following events from Duluth Folk School:

• This Sunday, 4th May, 09:00 am, Nordic Folk Art Floral Cross-Stitch in Duluth
• Next Monday, 5th May, 05:30 pm, Cooking with Spring Vegetables: Learn to Prepare, Cook, and Bake with the Treasures of Spring in Duluth
• Next Tuesday, 6th May, 05:30 pm, Twist and Shout! Baking Challah and Babka in Duluth

Also check out other Workshops in Duluth.