Dye Garden Socials 2023

The First Series of Dye Garden Socials took place over six months in 2023 as part of our pilot year for the Dye Garden project, curated by Textile Artist and Designer in Residence, Laura Spring.

This series of free monthly events combined talks, discussions, and hands-on workshops, all designed to inspire, educate, and inform audiences about sustainable textiles and working with nature. Each guest was invited for their expertise and contribution to the field of natural dyeing and sustainable textile practices. The programme featured makers, artists, and educators who are exploring innovative ways to work with plant-based materials, promote environmentally conscious methods, and share knowledge with both the local community and wider creative networks.

The 2023 programme included:

  • #001 (24 May) – In Conversation: Bawn Textiles and ReJean Denim
  • #002 (10 June) – Botanical Printing Workshop with Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw
  • #003 (26 July) – An Allotment to Dye For: A Talk by Teresinha Roberts of Wild Colours
  • #004 (12 August) – Local Colour: A Natural Dye Workshop with Julia Billings of Woollenflower
  • #005 (1 October) – An Enthusiast’s Guide to Eco Dyeing on Textiles with Artist Laura Aldridge
  • #006 (9 November) – Cavan Jayne: In Conversation

Each event was free to attend and generously supported by Creative Scotland.

Dye Garden Socials