This workshop has been postponed – stay tuned for information on rescheduling.

Fall Into Dyeing with Jack Paltanen of Blue Trillium Textiles

Using natural dye practices firmly rooted in the techniques of the Venetian Renaissance, Jack Paltanen will guide participants through a variety of dye techniques culminating in a harmonious palette of twelve colours on Ontario processed merino wool. A variety of local, and historic dyes will be used, including, walnut, sumac, madder, weld or goldenrod, and a natural blue. He will also cover dye safety, yarn prep for wool, vat set-up, and current best practices for foraging dyestuffs. Primary Book Reference: The Plictho by Gioanventura Rosetti (1548).

Jack Paltanen is an Ontario-based contemporary textile artist. His practice is rooted in European historical dye traditions, trees, weaving and embroidery. Find @Bluetrilliumtextiles on Instagram and Facebook.

This is an in-person dyeing workshop at Neilson Park Creative Centre, Etobicoke
Originally scheduled for Sunday September 22, 2024 10am – 3pm – NEW DATE TBD
Registration Fee: EHS members: $70, non-members: $90
Materials fee: $35 payable to instructor

Email EHSWorkshops@gmail.com to register

Fall into Dyeing Flyer (pdf)