Blue Hour x Platform Present: Natural Plant Dye Workshop
When: Sunday October 6, 2024
Where: The Optimist at the Platform
8820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
Time: 12pm-2pm
Immerse Yourself in the Art of Natural Dye & Eco Printing
Join us for a transformative 2-hour workshop with herbalist Maria Fernanda of Blue Hour Goods, where you'll discover the magic of natural dyeing and eco printing. This hands-on experience will awaken your creativity and connection to earth’s offerings as you explore the vibrant colors that nature provides.
What to Expect:
Learn the complete process of natural dyeing, from fabric preparation, to mordanting techniques (the process that creates long-lasting colors), to how to extract rich plant dyes.
Get hands-on with seasonal herbs, flowers, plants, etc., and create your own one-of-a-kind t-shirt from The Optimist or Teller—a beautiful keepsake infused with your personal touch.
Dive into the history, energetics, and medicinal properties of the herbs we’ll work with.
Enjoy a herbal tea tastingfeaturing the same plants used in your creations, accompanied by light, nourishing snacks.
No experience necessary—this workshop is open to everyone! Come as you are, and leave with newfound skills, a beautiful shirt, and a deeper connection to the power of herbalism & plants!