Block Printing with Natural Dyes is an online workshop through which anyone can learn how to make natural pigments for use in wood-block printing.
The techniques in this class can be applied to create unique, handcrafted fabrics, garments, accessories for personal use, craft projects and more!
A TREAT FOR TEXTILE AND NATURE LOVERS!
Love nature, traditional Indian art and textiles? Then you must have heard of block printing and maybe even own something which is block printed!
Traditionally wood-block printing was done with natural dyes but most people and brands now use synthetic pigments that are harmful to us and our environment.
If you’d like to transform your textiles or decor with a touch of natural colours and block printing, you can now do it at home!
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- History of Natural Dyes & Block Printing
- How to make traditional natural dye pastes (yellow, red and black) for Block Printing, as per Kalamkari style of block printing
- How to make block printing pastes from kitchen ingredients, food waste and flowers
- How to use natural mordants and binders
- How to create your own set up at home
- How to prepare fabric for printing
- Block Printing technique on fabric and paper
- How to wash and fix colours
- + more!
BLOCK PRINTING KIT
A kit worth Rs 1150/- is available to you (optional). It includes:
- White fabric for printing (1 meter)
- Mordant
- Binder
- Raw Material -
- Natural Dyes
- Fabric + net for tray set up Printing Tray
- A wooden block
If you live in India, we can ship this kit to you within 7-10 days. If you're based out of another country, we're happy to help you find materials locally.
Note: The course price indicated here is not inclusive of the shipping cost of the kit (that can be paid separately).
HOW THE CLASS WORKS
The course is designed to be practical and flexible
You will receive an Email as soon as register, with an access link to class content.
- You will get Lifetime Access to this material (videos + PDFs + resources)
- Access to WhatsApp community where you can interact and ask questions
- 3 Class Projects to practice your new skills
WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR
- Fabric and textile enthusiasts
- Fashion designers
- Aspiring fashion designers/ students
- Handicraft Lovers
- Textile artists and designers looking to explore natural dyes
- DIYers, artists, crafters, makers
- Crocheters, knitters, weavers, macrame artists
- Nature lovers, zero-waste and sustainability enthusiasts
- Anyone who is curious about colours from nature
No prior experience with textiles or natural colours is needed.
TESTIMONIALS
Here's what previous participants of this class say about their experience:
It was a lovely session. It was a dream come true for me.
- Sudha Murugesh
I have always wanted to try block printing with natural dyes but most workshops or materials available elsewhere give very little detail. This class was in depth and covered each aspect.
- Pooja Gupta
It was such an insightful session. Can't thank you enough for organizing this. Truly inspiring.
- Anupama Sushanth
ABOUT MANYA
Block Printing with Natural Dyes was created by Manya Cherabuddi, Indian artist and natural dyer, to share the joy of natural colours and traditional Indian art forms.
Manya has taught 5800+ people about natural dyes and natural colours, including school children, fashion designers, design students, researchers and artisans.
Apart from hand-dyeing fabrics herself, she also works with designers, artisans and weavers to help them switch to natural dyes. She undertakes new colour research and enjoys experimenting with new materials and techniques.
Under her brand Treehouse, Manya makes naturally dyed textiles, accessories, baby wear and personalized, handcrafted gifts.
See her work on Instagram