March 6, 2013 |
Big Sky Quilt Retreat - 12 Step Color Wheel Low Water Immersion Dyeing |
Learn basic color theory while creating a 12 step color wheel using three basic colors of fiber reactive (Procion MX “cold water” dyes) in pure vivid tones. The workshop will also include basic Low Water Immersion dyeing, layering fabrics, dyeing gradations (dark to light) manipulating to create texture and blending colors to create one of a kind fabrics. You will leave class with a wonderful collection of beautiful hand dyed fabrics for your future projects. |
March 7 and 8, 2013 |
Big Sky Quilt Retreat - Non-toxic Surface Design |
Learn basic color theory while creating unique surface design fabrics using non-toxic, water based supplies. Participants will be introduced to watercolor type fabric painting, block printing, resists, Thermofax screen printing, and gelatin plate printing. Participants will leave with many examples of unique fabric samples and a new arsenal of skills for transforming fabrics with a personal touch. |
