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Textiles: harnessed, reimagined, engineered, and designed

A transformative three-course workshop series delving into the dynamic design world. From mastering the ancient art of natural dyes to crafting personalized tote bags through cut-and-sew techniques, unleashing your creativity in graphic design to adorn your creations with captivating visuals. Each course offers a hands-on exploration of diverse pathways in the design industry, igniting your passion and inspiring your journey toward innovative expression.

WS1: Cochineal Dye Class

Discover the vibrant world of natural dyes in our hands-on workshop! Dive into the rich history of cochineal while learning to prepare and dye fabric, creating your own unique hues for a personalized tote bag.

WS2: Cut & Sew Totes

An immersive cut-and-sew workshop where you'll bring your dyed fabric to life by crafting your very own tote bag. Explore the fundamentals of sewing machines and threading techniques while designing and assembling your personalized tote, from selecting contrasting blocks to adding unique customizations.

WS3: Design & Print

Unleash your creativity in our graphic design workshop as you elevate your tote bags from the previous series into personalized works of art. Dive into techniques like screen printing and heat transfer/laser cutting, while mastering the transition of physical designs to digital formats for garment printing. Immerse yourself in hands-on creation, where every graphic tells a unique story of individual expression.