Naturally Dyed Shibori Present Wrapping Cloths
Workshop with Flax Project C.I.C.
Wednesday 11 December 2024, 10.30am - 1.30pm
£35
Venue: MAKE Southwest
Suitable for: Adults
Level: All Abilities
Join Vicky Putler, from the Plax Project C.I.C., to learn how to use natural dyes to make a unique, reusable wrapping cloth, perfect for wrapping those xmas gifts for someone special!
Using traditional Japanese Shibori resist techniques, such as pleating (Kumo), folding, tying (Kanoko), wrapping objects (Ne Maki), stitching (Ori Nui and Miru) and clamping (Itajime), and natural dyes we will make festive present wrapping cloths. We will use lightweight cotton to get the best results.
Wear clothes you are willing to get messy!
About Flax Project C.I.C.
Flax Project C.I.C. was formed as a CIC in April 2023. It grew out of the Flax Project which was founded by Vicky Putler in 2020, planting our first field of flax in 2021, making 2024 our 4th year of flax growing. Our vision is a sustainable, green, UK textiles/fibre industry - from field to fabric. With a mission to be the flax processing hub for the SWUK, processing for ourselves and others, creating a local linen with a parallel slow textiles education programme, building a community around local textile production.
We aim to develop an integrated ‘grow, process, spin, weave and sell’ social enterprise involving local small farmers and creative enterprises in Plymouth and Cornwall linking the city to the surrounding countryside and vice versa and providing long term employment and training opportunities in the these areas.
The ultimate aim is to reintroduce commercial flax and high quality linen production to South West UK, find innovative solutions to the problem of pollution and environmental damage and provide jobs for the local economy, linking rural areas with towns in Cornwall and the city of Plymouth.
Part of the Green Maker Initiative Season
Throughout November, December and January we’ll be celebrating our Green Maker Initiative (GMI) Season; hosting events, workshops and exhibitions themed around the natural world and championing sustainable craft.
Find out more HERE.
On the Day
All tools and materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes in case of staining!
Tea, coffee and biscuits are included and will be available on the day. Our Café is also open should you wish to purchase other refreshments during the workshop - all participants receive a 10% discount voucher for food and drink purchased on the day.
On arrival, please make your way to the side gate of the Riverside Mill, through the courtyard and up the stone stairs on the side of the building. Please let us know if you require the lift.
Please be aware that you cannot use the Co-op car park for all day parking. The Methodist Church car park and Station Road car park usually have plenty of spaces. Click here for more information on our location and car parking for the day.
View MAKE Southwest's Cancellation Policy, HERE.