Join me in my studio for a one-day workshop focused on indigo dyeing as historically grounded textile practices. Participants will be introduced to the preparation, use, and ongoing care of an indigo vat, followed by guided instruction in a range of resist methods, including binding, clamping, stitching, and paste resist. These techniques draw from both Japanese shibori traditions and West African indigo practices, offering a comparative approach to pattern-making and surface design.

As textiles are immersed in and removed from the indigo vat, participants will observe the characteristic oxidation process through which color develops, from green to blue, while learning about the chemical reactions that make indigo dyeing possible and the care required to sustain a working vat.

Participants will leave with a 30 cm × 30 cm sample and a one–square-meter piece of dyed textile, along with a clearer understanding of indigo as a practice shaped by many cultures and histories.

All materials, including fabrics, are provided. Participants are welcome to bring one pre-washed item of their own to dye (not bigger than 40cm x 40cm), made from natural fibers. Please avoid bulky items such as towels or bedding, as vat capacity and time are limited.

Two separated sessions will be held on Saturday, Jan 17 and 31 , 2026.

Snacks will be provided

Pay What You Can
Sliding Scale: $120-150

Workshop limited to 8 participants
To ensure a hands-on, intimate experience.

Open to ages 10+
No prior experience required.

🎟 Space is limited — register by October 5 at [insert registration link]

📍 Saturday, Jan 17 and 31 | 1:00–5:00 PM
Held at Mallory’s Studio on Plateau Mont-Royal