INDIGO- Ferrous Vat Saturday March 21st

Introduction to Indigo – Ferrous Vat

WHEN- Saturday March 21st  2026  10.30- 4.30pm

WHERE- Other Wise Studio 490 York Rd Building i   Suite 201

Dive into the deep blue magic of indigo with a hands-on introduction to creating and using a ferrous indigo vat.  In this workshop, you’ll learn how to prepare fabric for dyeing in indigo, as well as creating a vat from scratch ,and explore traditional and contemporary techniques for tying cloth and creating patterns. 

This workshop is limited to 6 people, allowing for lots of 1:1 .  No experience necessary. 

What we will cover -

• Make an indigo ferrous vat together.

• How to maintain & troubleshoot a ferrous indigo vat
  

• Techniques for dipping, layering, and manipulating cloth to create variation in tone

• Simple resist and pattern methods to experiment with surface design

• How to finish indigo dyed cloth to ensure a long lasting colour in your textile.
  

Whats included-

• 6 pieces of 11x11 fabric. to practice a variety of folding, clamping , binding techniques on .

• 1 larger piece for a final project- your choice of organic cotton bandana or linen fat quarter.
• variety of scraps , paper to try dipping. 
• light snacks;, tea/coffee will be available all day. 

What to Bring -

Supplies to bring

• Comfy clothes you are not afraid to get a little messy or an apron
• I will have long rubber gloves available for use, but if you have sensitive skin, or allergies,  I suggest bringing a pair you know will work for you. 
• Bagged lunch, options for take out around the studio are limited
• notebook, pen  for taking notes. 

The Fine Print

Full payment is required to hold your spot. 

Payment plans are available! Please email me for more details.

Cancellation policy.

7 days prior to date of workshop you will receive a full refund  minus a $10 admin fee. Please contact me directly through email or text.  

About the studio . we will be gathering at Otherwise Studio in Guelph Ontario.  

Located at   

490 York Rd
Building i   Suite 201

The studio is upstairs and although accessible once inside, there are about 4 steps up to the main outside door.  There is an elevator available once inside the building. 

Please email me if you have questions about the accessibility of the space. 

It can be a little tricky to find once inside the parking maze.  I will have signs posted  and you will receive my cell phone number for support if needed.  

I will be sending out an email with reminders & other information the Monday before the workshop. Please check your junk mail folder if you don't receive it by Tuesday AM!

Reach out via email with any questions, anytime!