2026 workshops + Retreats
Spring Clean Forage & Dye
Learn how to transform the wild abundance of spring into a work of art. Identify, harvest, process and dye with; Mugwort, Nettle, Tansy, Garlic Mustard, Dandelion + more.
May is a time of rapid growth and garden clearing. As the Mugwort, Nettle, Garlic Mustard, Dandelion and Sumac begins to take over the field edges, we gather to honor these wildly abundant plants by using them to dye a linen table runner.
Natural Dyeing 101
Natural dyeing workshop using local and ethically sourced materials. Learn the full process and create a bundle-dyed linen table runner.
This morning session is a part of The Workshop Experience @ Taconic Ridge Farm. Learn the ancient art of natural dyeing from start to finish. We will use locally grown and foraged materials as well as ethically sourced dye material from Oaxaca, MX to dye a linen table runner. A 2 hr workshop for all ages and skill levels, kids 6+ are encouraged to join.
Natural Dye Deep DIve
Unlock the alchemy of plants in this comprehensive introductory intensive. If you have ever wanted to understand the full "start-to-finish" process of natural dyeing, this workshop is your foundation. We will demystify the science of the dye vat, moving through the essential stages of fiber preparation, scouring, and mordanting to ensure washfast colors.
Through hands-on practice, you will learn how to extract pigments from local and traditional sources, experiment with different modifiers to shift colors, and leave with a complete set of 25 dyed color samples on cotton, wool & silk using 5 dye materials and a variety of mordants and color shifting additives.
Indigo Community Dye Bath
Dye a garment from your wardrobe with living blue of the Mexican highlands.
Step into the rhythmic, ancient practice of Indigo dyeing during a morning session. For this special community gathering, our vats will be infused with Indigofera suffruticosa, sourced directly from traditional artisans in Oaxaca, Mexico. Unlike other botanical dyes, Indigo is a living, breathing vat that requires no mordant and a unique "dip and oxidize" process to reveal its depth. We will discuss the entire process of creating and maintaining an organic indigo vat. Bring something from your wardrobe to dye a vibrant blue.
Floral Prints Community Dye Bath
Pick flowers in our garden & learn how to print them on your garment to always remember summer time feels.
A seasonal immersion for your well-loved wardrobe. Breathe new life into your favorite garments during our Community Dye Bath at our studio. This is a collaborative gathering designed to refresh and transform. Ship us a garment* from your own collection; a faded linen shirt, a canvas vest, or vintage silk dress ... and create botanical floral prints using the eco print method.
Colors of Oaxaca
Step into an immersive exploration of the vibrant heritage and botanical wonders of Oaxaca, Mexico.
We invite you to connect with the ancient artistry of natural pigments while creating pots of magic color and enjoy a delicious outdoor feast on the farm.
This afternoon creative retreat is at the Conscious Color Dye Lab with food by Fancy Feast Supper Club.
Each person will be provided 4 linen napkins and place mats to dye during the workshop. To bring a splash of color into your own dining space.
The Alchemists Hearth: 3-Day Natural Dye + Ritual Retreat
Revive your wardrobe. Reconnect with the land. Remember your rhythm.
Join us for a 3-day immersive camp-out dedicated to the ancient art of natural dyeing and the nourishment of the female spirit. Held under the open sky at our farm, this gathering is an invitation to slow down, harvest from the wild, and transform the "well-loved" pieces of your life into wearable art.
Indigo Dyeing @ Wally Farms
Wally Farms is a farming initiative & an experimental farming incubator. Fostering a collective of passionate farmers who are empowered to develop sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices. They believe in the power of technology and actionable steps to protect our climate. The farm & forest is located on the native homelands of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican People.
This class is a deep dive all about dyeing with Organic Indigo. A deep blue pigment derived from a green shrub plant. We will be using ‘Indigofera’ or Mexican Indigo to create an organic bath & our home grown Japanese Indigo in fresh leaf form.
We will go through the entire process, from growing the leaves to dyeing your own unique fabric pieces. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dyer, this workshop offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the art of natural dyeing in a serene farm setting.
Flower Dye on Silk @ KADO FARM
Pick your own flowers and learn how to create imprints on silk using fresh flowers from Kado farm. We will learn the basic principles of natural dyeing and each participant will create their own silk scarf using the simple steam bath technique with a variety of different flowers :)
Forage for Color - Summer Edition
Walk our land in the SUMMER to collect and learn about local Hudson Valley plant material to use as a pigment. We will responsibly forage raspberry leaves, tree bark, wild flowers, sumac and more!
Bring home knowledge of the plants around you and naturally dye a silk and cotton scarf in our barn studio just outside of Hudson, NY.
Forage & Dye @ Wally Farms
Wally Farms is a farming initiative & an experimental farming incubator. Fostering a collective of passionate farmers who are empowered to develop sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices. They believe in the power of technology and actionable steps to protect our climate. The farm & forest is located on the native homelands of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican People.
We will walk the land, collect invasive and native plants to create prints of silk scarves using the eco printing method. Learn the basics of natural dyeing in this afternoon session. Enjoy being surrounded by the lush Hudson Valley nature and learn a new skill.
Organic Indigo 101
This class is all about dyeing with Organic Indigo. A deep blue pigment derived from a green shrub plant, we will be using ‘Indigofera’ or Mexican Indigo. Learn how to make the bath with all naturally derived materials and create a full range of brilliant blue tones.
We will practice the art of shibori ( aka tie dye) to create patterns on cloth using string and other binding materials. Bring a natural fiber garment from your closet to dye on the day of the class and leave with a new indigo creation & knowlegde to recreate the process at home.
Natural Dye Deep Dive
Learn the ancient art of natural dyeing with Hannah Ross from start to finish. We will use locally grown and foraged materials as well as ethically sourced exotic dye material. We will work from an open air barn studio space on our land just next to the natural dye garden. Creates 2 scarves, cotton and silk as well as create a swatch book full of recipes to re create at home.
Forage for Color - Spring Edition
Walk our land in the SPRING to collect and learn about local Hudson Valley plant material to use as a pigment. We will responsibly forage mugwort, dandelions, nettle, wild mustard and more!
Bring home knowledge of the plants around you and naturally dye a silk and cotton scarf in our barn studio just outside of Hudson, NY.
Flower Dye on Silk @ KADO FARM
Pick your own flowers and learn how to create imprints on silk using fresh flowers from Kado farm. We will learn the basic principles of natural dyeing and each participant will create their own silk scarf using the simple steam bath technique with a variety of different flowers :)
September community dye bath - goldenrod yellow
Golden Yellow with Goldenrod and Marigolds ~ Join the community dye bath! Naturally dye a garment from your wardrobe the color of the month using seasonal local plants. Learn the basics of washing , preparing and dyeing fabric in our afternoon session. All materials except for the garment are provided, if you would like to dye 2 garments please purchase 2 tickets according to the size of your clothing item. All fabric must be natural fiber ex; cotton, bamboo, hemp, linen, rayon, silk or wool.
August community dye bath - floral prints
Multi color floral prints in August using hollyhocks, cosmos, sunflowers, pincushions, safflower and more ~ Join the community dye bath! Naturally dye a garment from your wardrobe the color of the month using seasonal local plants. Learn the basics of washing , preparing and dyeing fabric in our afternoon session. All materials except for the garment are provided, if you would like to dye 2 garments please purchase 2 tickets according to the size of your clothing item. All fabric must be natural fiber ex; cotton, bamboo, hemp, linen, rayon, silk or wool.
July community dye bath - sumac gray
Purple Gray with Sumac ~ Join the community dye bath! Naturally dye a garment from your wardrobe the color of the month using seasonal local plants. Learn the basics of washing , preparing and dyeing fabric in our afternoon session. All materials except for the garment are provided, if you would like to dye 2 garments please purchase 2 tickets according to the size of your clothing item. All fabric must be natural fiber ex; cotton, bamboo, hemp, linen, rayon, silk or wool.
June Community Dye Bath - Olive Green
Olive Green with Mugwort ~ Join the community dye bath! Naturally dye a garment from your wardrobe the color of the month using seasonal local plants. Learn the basics of washing , preparing and dyeing fabric in our afternoon session. All materials except for the garment are provided, if you would like to dye 2 garments please purchase 2 tickets according to the size of your clothing item. All fabric must be natural fiber ex; cotton, bamboo, hemp, linen, rayon, silk or wool.
Forage for Color
Walk the land, collect and learn about local Hudson Valley plant material to use as a pigment. Bring home knowledge of the plants around you and naturally dye a silk or cotton scarf, or vintage garment to add to wardrobe or use as an altar cloth.
May Community Dye Bath - Mustard Yellow
Join the community dye bath! Naturally dye a garment from your wardrobe the color of the month using seasonal local plants. Learn the basics of washing , preparing and dyeing fabric in our afternoon session. All materials except for the garment are provided, if you would like to dye 2 garments please purchase 2 tickets according to the size of your clothing item. All fabric must be natural fiber ex; cotton, bamboo, hemp, linen, rayon, silk or wool.
Natural Dyeing 101
Learn the ancient art of natural dyeing with Hannah Ross from start to finish. We will use locally grown and foraged materials as well as ethically sourced exotic dye material. All materials included, we will work from an open air barn studio space. Creates your own naturally dyed garment and create a swatch book full of recipes to re create at home.
Natural Dyeing 101
Learn the ancient art of natural dyeing with Hannah Ross from start to finish. We will use locally grown and foraged materials as well as ethically sourced exotic dye material. All materials included, we will work from an open air barn studio space. Creates your own naturally dyed garment and create a swatch book full of recipes to re create at home.
Botanical Bundle Dyeing
Learn how to create color alchemy on fabric using flowers, leaves, food scraps & minerals. Naturally dye a silk or cotton bandana using the eco print technique. A simple and fun workshop for all ages and skill level.
Forage for Color
Walk the land, collect and learn about local Hudson Valley plant material to use as a pigment. Bring home knowledge of the plants around you and naturally dye a silk or cotton scarf, or vintage garment to add to wardrobe or use as an altar cloth.
Botanical Bundle Dyeing
Learn how to create color alchemy on fabric using flowers, leaves, food scraps & minerals. Naturally dye a silk or cotton bandana using the eco print technique. A simple and fun workshop for all ages and skill level.
Botanical Bundle Dyeing
Learn how to create color alchemy using the eco print method on fabric using flowers, leaves, food scraps & minerals. Naturally dye a silk or cotton bandana using the eco print technique. A simple and fun workshop for all ages and skill level.
Forage for Color
Walk the land, collect and learn about local Hudson Valley plant material to use as a pigment. Bring home knowledge of the plants around you and naturally dye a silk or cotton scarf, or vintage garment to add to wardrobe or use as an altar cloth.
Botanical Bundle Dyeing
Learn how to create color alchemy on fabric using flowers, leaves, food scraps & minerals. Naturally dye a silk or cotton bandana using the eco print technique. A simple and fun workshop for all ages and skill level.