We are so excited to introduce a powerful new work by well known fiber artist Claire Benn. She has authored both a new 7 hour DVD which will be an important resource for anyone who wants to understand Fiber Reactive Procion type dyeing better.
EXPLORING FIBER REACTIVE DYES [DVD]
Claire Benn
Fiber Reactive Dyes are a great resource for producing results that are colorfast and very washable. With a basic understanding of how things work, you will begin to see better results in your projects. For beginners who want to achieve great results from using fiber reactive dyes with both cloth (natural fibers) and other natural raw materials such as paper, reeds, caning (or even wood) as well as experienced fiber artists who want to improve their practice when working with fiber reactive dyes. Here's what's included:
Fabrics, Dyes & Ingredients for Smooth & Textured Finishes
Workshop Introduction
Cloth & Preparation for Dyeing
Ingredients for Fiber Reactive Dyeing
Bucket Dyeing: Low / High Water Immersion Dyeing
Tray Dyeing for Texture
Dyeing a Serial Gradation
Dyeing in the Washing Machine & Overdyeing
Benchwork Basics
Making Liquid and Thickened dye Paints
Explore Surface Design Techniques and Colors, Neutrals & Shades
Black Dye on White Fabric
Screen Printing
Scraping
Dry Brush Technique
Mark Making
Color Exploration
Color Mixing
Secondary & Complex Colors
Black, Neutrals & Shades of Gray
Recipes, Charts and Procedures included.
18 Learning Projects!
7+ Hours Video Tutorials English Language Universal Playback / Worldwide Play
100+ Page eBook & Bench Guides
Featuring Claire Benn -- author, instructor and textile artist.