Thursday, March 20th | Casa de Stela | 838 NW Bond St, Downtown Bend
Join us for a hands-on Indigo Dyeing Workshop at Casa de Stela, where we’ll activate an indigo vat together and explore the magic of natural dyeing. Each participant will receive two cotton tea towels to transform with rich, deep blues, and you’re welcome to bring a small personal item (no larger than a pillowcase) to dye as well.
We’ll experiment with various resist techniques, discovering how folds, ties, and clamps create unique patterns. This workshop features El Salvadorian indigo, extracted from the Guatemalensis and Indigofera Suffruticosa species of the Xiquilite plant—a dyeing tradition dating back to the Mayan civilization, where indigo was treasured as "Blue Gold" for its use in art, pottery, and textiles.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time:6pm-8pm
Location: 838 NW Bond Street (Casa de Stela Shop)
BEND, OREGON
About Your Instructor
Jess Bercovici, co-owner of Casa de Stela, spent nearly 18 years living and working in Central America, where she immersed herself in traditional textile practices. She worked closely with Olga Reiche, a master in natural dyeing, and still uses her time-honored indigo techniques today.
What to Expect:
Indigo Vat Activation – Learn the magic behind creating a natural indigo dye bath.
Hands-On Dyeing – Experiment with different resist techniques to create unique patterns.
Take-Home Textiles – Dye two cotton tea towels and bring a small personal item (max: pillowcase size) to customize. Must be silk, cotton or wool. 100% natural and no poly-fibers.
Wear clothes that you don't mind getting stained and bring an apron!
Come ready to get your hands blue and connect with the history and craft of natural dyeing!
Limited spots available—reserve your space today!
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Snacks provided (please contact us if you have a food allergy)
Wine and N/A options are included in price of ticket
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*** discount codes do not apply
There are no refunds for this event, if you cannot make it, we can reschedule if you email with ample time to reschedule as materials are prepared for event.
