Natural Silk Dyeing Workshops in Greater Manchester

Join Our Botanical Silk Dyeing Workshops in Manchester

Discover the art of natural dyeing with our Botanical Silk Dyeing Workshops. Hosted at easily accessible locations such as the Manchester Craft & Design Centre and Salford Museum & Art Gallery, these workshops offer a unique opportunity to create beautiful, hand-dyed silk scarves for all ability levels.

What to Expect at a Three Storey Design Workshop

Botanical Silk Scarf Dyeing

In our hands-on workshops, you will learn the ancient Bundle Dyeing technique to craft your own stunning 60cm x 60cm silk scarf. This method uses natural elements like flowers, petals, leaves, and botanical extract dyes to produce intricate and vibrant prints. During the session, your Bundles will be steamed to fix the colors, ensuring your design is both striking and long-lasting.

Experience the Art of Tatakizome

While waiting for your scarf to steam, immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese art of Tatakizome, or Flower Pounding. This fascinating technique involves hammering plants to transfer their pigments and patterns onto a gift card. It's a perfect way to explore another dimension of natural dyeing and take home a beautifully printed card as a keepsake.

What’s Included?

- A 3-hour immersive workshop with like-minded people.

- All materials, including a 60cm x 60cm silk scarf and botanical dyes.

- A glass of fizz to enjoy during the session.

- A take-home silk scarf and gift card created by you.

Upcoming Workshops

  • April 19th 2025 Saturday Morning 11.15am

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • April 25th 2025 Friday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • May 2nd 2025 Friday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • May 16th 2025 Friday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • June 13th 2025 Friday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • May 14th 2025 Saturday Morning 10.15am

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • May 14th 2025 Saturday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • June 20th 2025 Friday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • June 27th 2025 Friday Afternoon 2:00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • June 28th 2025 Saturday Morning 10.15am

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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  • June 28th 2025 Saturday Afternoon 2.00pm

    Space 2 @ Manchester Craft & Design Centre

    South Manchester, Northern Quarter, 17 Oak St, Manchester M4 5JD

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Workshop Extras

Looking for a unique gift? Give the gift of creativity with an eGift Experience or Silk Scarf Dye Kit.

For those who'd like to continue the fun at home, we also offer additional silk products. These allow you to recreate the workshop experience using flowers and plants from your own garden.