Ice Dyeing Mini-workshop with Vicki Kirby

Spend an afternoon in the Virginia countryside creating stunning fabrics using the Ice Dye Method.  Ice dyeing is a novel take on tie-dye, with melting ice and gravity directing dye crystals in intricate patterns onto the fabric.   We will learn the technique and share company and conversation while the magic happens as the ice melts.  Bring a lunch to eat while the fabric pre-soaks in the soda ash prior to dyeing.  There is a fee of $10 to cover the cost of supplies (to be collected on the day of the workshop). This mini-workshop is limited to 12 people.

Date/time:  Saturday, August 8th, 11am to 3pm

Place:  Vicki’s home in Keswick, VA (address will be provided to participants prior to event)

Fee: $10 to cover supplies (ice, soda ash and dyes)

Things to Bring:

• White cotton fabric (1–1.5 yd, washed without detergent before the event). Alternatively, 1-2 T-shirts.

• Plastic tub with a cover for dyeing your fabric. Vicki used one  ~8″ x 12″ x 3″

• Rubber/latex gloves and an apron or other protective covering

• Lawn chair

• Lunch

Please register online using the Register button.  If you have questions about registration or logistics for this mini-workshop, please contact Dorothy Schafer at miniworkshops@cvillequilt.org.