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Indigo has been incorporated in textiles dating back to 500 BC and has also been observed on every continent in the world. But what is it and how does it work? Indigo starts as a leaf and the indigo pigment is extracted for our use but it isn't a straightforward process. But with modern methods we can create our own vat easy as 1, 2, 3.
Each student will learn where indigo comes from, how it is extracted and how to take the extracted pigment and create a vat with the group and get to dye 2 skeins of yarn in this intensive hands on class.
Level: Adventurous Beginner - a general understanding of ph, fiber and dye practices is helpful
Ages: Suitable for 18+
Materials Fee (included in class cost): $ 40 for 2 skeins of yarn, indigo vat ingredients, and hardware required for vat. Also a booklet with class information.
Options: none
Please Bring: Disposable gloves, apron or clothes you are comfortable getting messy, including shoes. Part of this class will be held outdoors, so bring appropriate outdoor clothing as needed.
To Do BEFORE Class: nothing
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This Class will be held in Arena 2
In Classroom Area: 3
Date/Time: Sat April 18 All Day 9am-noon AND 2pm-5pm
Please arrive at Class Check-In at least 10 minutes early to receive your Name Tag and find your class area.
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Indigo 1-2-3 with Adam Blackburn (Sat All Day)
Instructor Bio
Adam Blackburn has been involved at the Great Basin Fiber Arts Fair working with Petitfour and Purls at the tea garden for several years now. He has been knitting for over ten years and his passion has grown to spinning weaving and natural dyes.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
In the unfortunate event you need to cancel your registration, please contact the Great Basin Fiber Arts Fair team at greatbasinfiberartsfair@gmail.com or by calling 385-429-3201.
Please note: Full refunds are available until February 28, 2026. After February 28th, we will refund 50% of the class fee, and after March 31st, 2026, refunds are no longer available, unless you can find someone to take the class in your place.
Transfers to other classes will be approved on an individual basis.