Please join Maker Studio Kidz for an aroma-soothing natural dyeing workshop led by Community Artist and Educator Jaee Sumter, founder of Sweet Herbal Honey Apothecary and Ase’ O Community Arts Education Program. During our magical workshop, we will learn how to use everyday herbs, roots, fruits, and vegetables for dyeing fabric and painting magical creations. We will make our dye sample sketchbook from scratch, learn the history of dyeing around the world, practice sustainable ways of creating art, and explore a variety of take-home projects to include in the home and everyday wear. In our Sweet Nature Art Class you will learn:

• How to use everyday herbs, roots, fruits, and vegetables for art - How to make your own DIY sketchbook from scratch
• The history of dyeing around the world
• How to paint and dye fabrics using natural dyes
• Color Theory through the lens of Natural Dyeing
• How to work as a team through a class natural dyed mural

Take Home Creations:

• Apron
• DIY journal
• Pair of Socks
• T-shirt
• Natural Dyed Mural (gift to Maker Studio Kidz)

What to bring:

• Comfortable clothes that can get messy

This event is for ages 7 - 18+ yrs