Join experienced local textile artist Dee Sayce to learn the basics of natural dyeing and build the confidence and knowledge to continue dyeing independently.

You’ll have a go at naturally dyeing yarn and fabric in heated dye baths, and using mordants, including alum and iron, to add variations and help keep the dye fast.

You will dye a tote bag, scarf or piece of fabric and produce a colourful sample swatch to keep as a record and use for future reference.

About this Event:

• Date - 10am-4pm on Saturday 24th October.

• Price - £60.00

• Location - This workshop is held at Brunts Barn ranger station in Grindleford, where one of our two kitchen gardens is based. We will have use of the ranger station’s large kitchen and facilities, thanks to the Peak Park Conservation Volunteers team.

• Equipment - All materials and equipment are provided. You may also like to bring a small garment, like a t-shirt, a similar size piece of fabric, or some yarn to put in one of the dye pots.

• What to wear - Wear shoes and clothes that you don't mind getting messy, or bring an apron.

• Booking - Maximum 12 participants. Booking required. To book your spot please click below.

• This workshop is suitable for beginners.

• More About Dee.

  Dee Sayce is an enthusiastic and experienced textile artist and tutor, specialising in spinning, natural dyes, weaving and coiled basketry using local, recycling and sustainable materials. 

  She learnt to spin, knit and weave as a teenager now grows and forages for plants to use as dyes for her fleece and hand-spun yarn. She offers demonstrations and talks throughout Derbyshire and at eco-friendly and sustainable festivals across the UK - as well as providing classes for adult learning and additional needs groups. Her talents extend to spinning, natural dyes, indigo tie-dyeing, inkle, tapestry, rigid-heddle, backstrap, weaving with nature, rag-rug making and coiled basketry. 

  Dee is member of and tutor for the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers and for the Braid Society. 

• Important Information.

  • Parking is limited - more details and how to get to the garden here

  • A map of the garden is available here

  • Toilet facilities on site are limited to wild wees only in our woodland wee spot 

  • It's a garden environment, so if you have any allergies or other serious health conditions, please let us know by email