For more information and to register for the FREE workshop, go to: https://bit.ly/mini-workshop2025

VIP Al-Access Pass Includes:

Lifetime Access to all replays
Lifetime access to all replays from all 3 mini-workshop days PLUS the VIP sessions below

Two Exclusive Q+A Sessions on Zoom with Jean
Two exclusive sessions on Zoom with Jean where you can get your questions answered.

PDF Workbook
PDF workbook with all the information Jean covers during the mini-workshop. You can watch and pay attention without having to take notes!

Bonus Lesson on How to Scour & Mordant Cellulose Fibers
The bonus video will share the steps for scouring and mordanting cellulose fibers - cotton, linen, hemp, Tencel(TM), etc. After the scouring and mordanting stage, the natural dye process works the same for proteins (wool/silk) and cellulose. 

Total Value: $147

ONLY $27

Learn the science-backed process to achieving colorfast natural dyes!

In this course you'll go from wondering if natural dyes could work for you to feeling confident and excited about using plants you've grown or foraged to create beautiful and sustainable wools!

From Plant to Dye Pot: A Natural Dye Course for Rug Hookers & Wool Crafters

“Jean Haley is a fantastic teacher. She has all the most cherished attributes of a teacher: knowledgeable, clear instructions; patient with questions; sense of humor; exuberant cheerleader; adaptable to the pace and personality of her students."

– Jane M.

By the end of this course, you will have confidence in your ability to

• properly prepare fibers to accept dye & have it stick (be colorfast). No one wants to create a disappearing masterpiece!
  
• extract color from plants and use dye extracts. Learn the steps to being able to replicate colors you like! Of course, like any dyes, dye lots are important. No two batches will ever be exactly alike. But you can get close!
• over-dye and get multiple colors from a single dye pot. Some natural dyes are very sensitive to shifts in pH. You'll learn how to take advantage of this and other fun reactions to achieve a range of colors from a single dye pot. Who knew chemistry could be so much fun?
• make your wools interesting with textures and colors. As hookers and fiber artists, we like our wool to have lots of character. You'll learn a few tricks for achieving that artisanal effect.
• conduct experiments with locally grown and foraged plants. Learn how to test a new plant for color and for colorfastness so you can start experimenting in your own yard and neighborhood!

"My favorite teachers in life are beyond passionate and dedicated to their work, they love what they do and find great joy in sharing their work with others. Thank you for being one of these teachers for me Jean.” 

–Loraine M

Module Highlights

• Pots & pans essentials
• How to properly clean your fiber
• What mordants are and how to use them

Module 1: Extracting Dyes and Dyeing Fiber

You'll gain confidence in your ability to extract color from plants and use dye extracts

Module 2.1: Overdyeing & Shifting Colors

You'll learn how to over-dye previously dyed wool and how to get multiple colors from a single dye pot.

Module 2.2: Indigo!

You'll learn how to make and care for an indigo vat, everyone's favorite blue! 

Module 3: Advanced Techniques

Registration is open for the Burlington Hooking Craft Guild only, but you can get on the wait-list and be the first to know when it reopens to the general public! Click here.

Design, hook, and assemble your own custom hooked winter hat!

Together, we'll work our way through the process from start to finish, from measuring your head to sewing on the liner.

This hook-along is for experienced hookers only - there will not be any instruction on how to hook. All levels of experience are welcome, as long as you already know how to hook.

Basic sewing skills are helpful but not necessary. I will show you everything you need to do, step by step! Most of the hat is hand stitched, but there are a few parts where a sewing machine will be handy (though, again, not necessary).

This is a live online class. You will have access to recordings if you miss a session, but it is not a pre-recorded class.

Each session is 4 live class zoom calls that are approximately 2 hours long. Each call is recorded for later viewing and you will have access for at least a year.

Class Minimum only 2 people!

Learn the Basics and Create a Sampler Pillow!

6 weekly sessions for 3 hours

In this six week course students will hook a sampler pillow that includes five basic skills that every hooker should know, from turning a corner to how to hook a circle on a grid and how to sculpt with wool. Between classes, students will practice their newly acquired skills by filling in that portion of the design.

The final week we will turn the hooked pieces into a pillow. Students will have the option of other finishing methods if a pillow is not their preference.

CLASS DETAILS: 

Class minimum 2 people. Start date and time flexible to fit your schedule!

Fiber Arts Bloomington Studio

611 W 11th St (the old Bender Lumber)

All tools will be provided on loan to students for the duration of the class - no need to invest in new equipment... yet! A materials fee of $65 will be due the first day of class. This covers the cost of the pattern, wool, and finishing materials.

Learn to hook your own mug rug!

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Using 100% wool strips and linen backing, students will hook a simple design that will teach them how to hook and finish a small coaster.

CLASS DETAILS:

Minimum class size of 3 people.

Schedule date to fit your schedule!

10am to 4pm (with break for lunch)

Fiber Arts Bloomington Studio

611 W 11th St (the old Bender Lumber)

Tools will be provided during the class.

$30 fee for kit due at the start of class

Make beautiful patterns with clay resist and indigo!

Students will learn to make patterns using stamps, brushes, stencils and clay resist. This is one of the most accessible methods of stenciled and stamped resists for indigo dyeing. Students will leave with samples of each method of application and a wearable piece that you create during class!

CLASS DETAILS: 

Class minimum 3 people. Date and time flexible to fit your schedule!

Half-day workshop

Fiber Arts Bloomington Studio

611 W 11th St (the old Bender Lumber)

Cost covers all materials and use of indigo vat.

Take home your own organic indigo vat in a 5-gallon bucket!

This workshop will get you acquainted with the organic indigo vat. We will cover:

• how to make a fructose vat.
• some simple shibori techniques.
• trouble-shooting your vat.
• caring and feeding of your vat.

After the workshop, your vat could last you months, if properly cared for!

CLASS DETAILS

Minimum class 3 people, scheduled at your convenience.

6 hour workshop includes time for lunch break

Fiber Arts Bloomington Studio

611 W 11th St (the old Bender Lumber)

Learn how to get multiple colors from a single natural dye pot!

In this full day workshop, we will:

• review preparing a dye bath.
• review traditional pre-mordanting with alum.
• explore after-dye mordants to shift color.
• thicken mordants to paint designs that will give you multiple colors from one dye bath!

You will leave the class with a handout describing all processes, samples of each process, and a wearable piece of fiber art handmade by you!

Students must have either attended Introduction to Natural Dyes or have previous experience with natural dyeing.

CLASS DETAILS:

Class minimum 3 people, schedule at your convenience

10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. with an hour break for lunch

Fiber Arts Bloomington Studio

611 W 11th St (the old Bender Lumber)

Cost includes natural dyes, mordants, and materials.