In this workshop, participants will dive deep into indigo, learning to set up and maintain an indigo vat, then learning to make a wide array of surface designs using the plant-based dye. We’ll cover manual resist shibori techniques as well as clay paste resist for hand-drawn patterns. Participants will leave with a treasure trove of dyed fabrics, and the ability to continue their indigo journey at home. This workshop is ideal for anyone with an open mind and any experience level.

About Folk School and “From Scratch” Session:
From Scratch weekend at Alabama Folk School is a workshop designed for true beginners. If you’re interested in learning a new instrument or craft, this is the weekend for you! With more than 1,140 acres of forest consisting of breathtaking canyons, waterfalls, miles of hiking trails, and glistening streams, there’s plenty of exploring to do during your free time. Other classes include sacred harp, ceramics, blacksmithing, fiddle and more.