This full-day workshop with natural dyer and textile artist Elisabeth Viguie-Culshaw is suitable for both beginners and those with some natural dyeing or eco printing experience.  

Elisabeth will share her methods and tips to help you create beautiful eco prints. Use brown and red onion skins to naturally dye your fabric, and locally harvested leaves and flowers to print. 

By using recycled cotton, linen and cellulose materials sourced in Scotland, you will learn how to work with a variety of fabrics, allowing you to recycle clothes and other items at home.

You will leave the workshop with a range of eco printed samples that could become wall art, as well as the knowledge and skills you need to start your own printing projects. 

While this workshop is for adults only, the methods covered can also be used with children at home.

Materials and equipment

• All materials will be provided.  
• Please wear old clothes and bring thin gloves if you have delicate skin. Please remember to bring your own plastic bag to take home your wet samples.
• While the ingredients and mordants used are safe, you may wish to bring a mask for your comfort.

On the day

• The workshop will run 10:15 – 16:00 with a 45-minute break for lunch. Lunch is not provided, however you are welcome to visit the museum café or bring a picnic to eat outdoors.  
• Water, tea and coffee will be provided at the start of the workshop.  
• Suitable for age 16+, maximum 12 participants.
• Due to the nature of the activity, participants will be standing for most of the workshop. As such, it is not recommended for those unable to stand for long periods. For more information, please contact info@nms.ac.uk.  

Accessibility and facilities

We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.  

Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Rural Life.