In this workshop Tara Macdonald will introduce you to the fundamentals of natural dyeing. The use of botanical material; flowers, barks, leaves and roots to colour fabrics, is an ancient and fascinating craft. Fabric preparation through scouring and mordanting; using different dye materials and the use of modifiers will all be explored. You will have the opportunity to test a variety of dyes to see some of the range of colours available. Finally you will use some basic tie dye techniques to create a silk or cotton scarf for you to take home.