Join WildCraft Studio and Topaz Farm for a workshop focused on Summer Dyes!
Join us for an exclusive, after-hours event on the farm starting with a complimentary drink and snacks.
This two-hour class leads students on a tour of unexpected color from garden plants, weeds, flowers and trees. The farm is starting to bloom this time of year with an array of dye plants at our fingertips. We’ll take a walk to gather marigold, scabiosa, rosemary and more, before diving into plant processing, fiber preparation, and of course, dyeing! Explore the range of seasonal natural dyes that summertime presents while using non-toxic mordants, cotton, and silk to record the colors of Oregon summers.
This class will be taught by WildCraft Studio Teacher, Hannah Watson. Originally from South Carolina, Hannah grew up spending weekends in the woods of the upstate where her grandparents lived on a farm, her grandmother ran a sewing and quilting business, and her ancestors tended to sheep and processed wool. She has extensive training and experience with indigo and teaches classes on natural dyes, weaving and botanical printing classes at WildCraft Studios.
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About WildCraft Studio
Since 2013, WildCraft’s mission has been to offer exceptional creative programming to diverse, adult learners (18 yrs & up), with a special focus on Craft, Textiles, Studio Art, Native Art and Nature-based workshops. From our SE Portland studio—as well as from the farms, forests and beaches that make up our off-site classrooms—WildCraft strives to awaken creativity and deepen an understanding of place, through hands-on experiences in making and learning.
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Summer 2025 “Sip &” Series
This event is part of our new Summer 2025 “Sip &” Series — Wednesday evenings on the farm, after hours.
It’s all about slowing down midweek and spending time doing something with your hands, your heart, and maybe a frosé in the mix. Whether you're dyeing, fermenting, pickling, printing, or just reading quietly under our 500-year-old oak… these nights are about gathering in a relaxed, creative space and letting the farm do what it does best — inspire.
More Wednesday, after hours "Sip &" events here
About Topaz Farm
Topaz Farm is a regenerative, no-spray 130-acre family farm for every family, featuring farm-to plate dinners, live music, u-cut flowers, u-pick berries, a farm stand and fall harvest activities. The farm's full list of ticketed events can be seen here.
Craft beer, cider, wine, frosés and non-alcoholic beverages will be available before and during the workshop. Prior to check-in, the farm market and grill will offer a variety of farm-grilled and grab and go food choices including vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options.
