Alchemy: “a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination”
Become an alchemist for a day in the beautiful Herbology House. Using just fresh leaves you will create a unique eco printed silk scarf and a selection of paper prints to take home with you.
Gillian uses the eco print technique to transform second hand clothing from unloved to one off pieces of wearable art. You can see examples of her work here. During this workshop she will take you step by step through the various methods of preparing the fabric, printing and after care.
You will learn about the different plant materials that can be used for eco printing and how to coax prints out of plants and fabrics that sometimes can be a little challenging.
You will take home your own printed silk scarf and papers as well as a comprehensive guide to continuing your practice at home and suggestions for materials and other resources.
Please wear closed shoes (no sandals or flip flops), sensible clothes that you don’t mind getting wet and your own apron. Non-latex gloves will be provided but do bring your own if you prefer. If you have some of your own leaves you would like to use please contact Gillian beforehand, some leaves work a lot better than others!
Cost to include all materials (please bring your own packed lunch). £90
For bookings please contact: hello@gilliansmellie.com
Parking for this event is in the Top-up Car-park shared with Dilston Scouts – directions.
