Specialization in Creative Botanical Mixed Media Techniques

Overview

“In this lesson you will learn the traditional method for the extraction of natural dyes, followed by a peculiar process to speed up their extraction.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Extraction Procedure: Cooking and Crushing, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in Creative Botanical Mixed Media Techniques. Master delicate embroidery on tulle with natural flowers, blending traditional textile techniques and botanical elements.

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson. you will discover two methods of obtaining natural dyes from plants. First. through the traditional process of boiling them in water. Second. an unconventional approach involves crushing and For the cooking extraction process. you'll need a small pot dedicated solely to dyes. as it can't be reused for cooking due to contamination risks. Next. you'll need your dye source. which in this case is likely or insect-based materials depending on the specific type of dye you wish to create. we will use red cabbage. You'll also require a small spoon. preferably wooden. as wood prevent...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in Creative Botanical Mixed Media Techniques

• Level: Beginner
• 12 students
• 6 units
• 67 lessons (9h 31m)
• 27 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Illustration

• Areas

  DIY, Embroidery, Fine Arts, Floral & Plant Design, Painting, Watercolor Painting