Pattern with color - Create patterns with nature's pigments *

Course leader: Linda Zetterman

Welcome to a deep dive into nature's own color palette! We will work with natural dyeing methods in combination with different reservation techniques. During the course, we use a selection of plant pigments from our own color plant garden and collect materials in nature. You will learn how you can change colors with different pH values and pickling methods. We work with, among other things, shibori techniques, where you reserve different surfaces by folding, pressing and sewing to create unique patterns. You can also try clay reservation that can be applied through printing and painting, as well as ecoprint or so-called. bundle dye where pigment form from the plants is transferred to fabric through heat and pressure. The different course elements will provide new knowledge about different textile materials and principles for natural dyeing with a focus on sustainability. During the first week of the course, we go through the different methods in order to give the participants the opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the different techniques during the second week. The course is suitable for both those who have prior knowledge of dyeing and those who are beginners and want to try something new or are interested in sustainability. We are staying in Capellagården's fine printing workshop where we have the opportunity to be both indoors and outdoors if the weather permits. You are welcome to read more about our color plant project "From seed to color" at www.lindazetterman.se.

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Course fee

The course fee is SEK 6,800. The course takes place in collaboration with the Authority for Vocational College, Art and Culture, which means that the course fee can be kept lower than other courses. If you need to withdraw your offer due to obstacles or illness, a refund will be made with 50% of the course fee. Please note that board and lodging are not included in the course fee, but are booked and paid for separately after admission. Material costs for individual works may be added and paid on site.

Application and admission

The course is aimed both at beginners and at those who have prior knowledge of dyeing. You who apply must be 18 years old, except for the children/youth courses. To register your interest, write the name of the course and send it via email this link.

Board and lodging

Unfortunately, our boarding school is now fully booked. As a course participant, however, it is fine to eat together with your course mates. The price for single meals is then: Breakfast SEK 85, Lunch or dinner SEK 125, Cheese tray (end) SEK 155. Coffee and shared coffee are included in the course fee.

Bring to the course

Work clothes everything. apron, rubber gloves, tape measure etc. ruler. Notebook and pen.

Course start and end

On the day the course starts, the arrival time is from 3 p.m. At At 17.00 a simple dinner is served and at 18.00 there is a joint start with your course. The course ends on Friday with a joint closing evening. On Saturday, breakfast is served and check-out is at 11.00 at the latest. 

Language

The language of instruction on the course is Swedish. However, summaries in English may appear.