Eco printing
The basic principle of eco printing is that various leaves and plant materials
(fresh or dried) possess tannins that have the innate ability to print
permanent color onto fabric fibers when combined with the proper
technique and procedure. Eco printing is directly related to the art of dyeing
with natural plant materials. The process usually involves some form of
heat and pressure to create a distinctive print.
Historically, the dyeing of fabric with natural plant material has been around
since 100 A.D. Applying heat to a vessel of dye and submerging the textile
is simple, however, the retention of the color through time and laundering is
a challenge.
Lately, sustainable art forms have become very popular. We can make the
process experimental and creative using natural sources of dye.
We believe designing in sustainable ways will impact the entire world.
Hopefully one day, this will be a reality and the norm and it will help protect
future generations and the environment.
At this workshop, we will make a scarf using an eco print of leaves
and flowers.
(fresh or dried) possess tannins that have the innate ability to print
permanent color onto fabric fibers when combined with the proper
technique and procedure. Eco printing is directly related to the art of dyeing
with natural plant materials. The process usually involves some form of
heat and pressure to create a distinctive print.
Historically, the dyeing of fabric with natural plant material has been around
since 100 A.D. Applying heat to a vessel of dye and submerging the textile
is simple, however, the retention of the color through time and laundering is
a challenge.
Lately, sustainable art forms have become very popular. We can make the
process experimental and creative using natural sources of dye.
We believe designing in sustainable ways will impact the entire world.
Hopefully one day, this will be a reality and the norm and it will help protect
future generations and the environment.
At this workshop, we will make a scarf using an eco print of leaves
and flowers.
Please Contact us at (631) 427-7045 or director@huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org
with questions or to make reservations over the phone.
with questions or to make reservations over the phone.
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