These presentations make great programs for guilds or other organizations. Many of my workshop topics can also be presented as a lecture, seminar, or guild program. I travel with my own equipment and lots of samples for touchable inspiration!
		Natural Dyes and Handwoven Textiles (1 hour or longer) Natural dyes can be used in a diversity of techniques to create textiles that are distinctive and beautiful. This power point presentation shows various approaches to using natural dyes in handwoven fabric, including ikat, woven shibori, warp painting and surface design. Discussion and viewing of many samples will follow. Get inspired to incorporate natural dyework into your weaving!
		Indigo: The Natural Way to Get the Blues (1 hour or longer) One of the most ancient dyes, Indigo has been used all over the world to create exquisite natural blues. Indigo has a unique, complex chemistry that changes fibers from yellow to green to blue during the dyeing process. The alchemy, history and mysteries of this fascinating dyestuff are explored in a power point presentation and discussion. Examine samples of beautiful indigo dyed fabrics in a variety of textile techniques.