Natural Dyeing at Home: A Beginner’s Guide with Ceilidh Chaplin of Billynou

Join Ceilidh Chaplin, founder of slow fashion & natural dye brand Billynou, as she guides you through the beautiful, meditative world of natural textile dyeing. Known for her thoughtful presence on YouTube and Instagram, Ceilidh brings her passion for sustainability, slowness, and low-impact living into this inspiring workshop designed especially for beginners.

In this 6-part class, you’ll learn everything you need to start dyeing your own fabrics at home using plants and natural materials. Together, we’ll cover:

Introduction to Natural Dyeing

Scouring: Preparing your fabric for dye

Mordanting: Ensuring color stays vibrant

Creating a Dye Bath: Extracting colour from nature

Bundle Dyeing: A playful technique using flowers and plants

Results & Aftercare: Caring for your naturally dyed textiles

Whether you’re a maker, textile lover, or simply curious about slow, sustainable living,

this course will inspire you to explore colour, texture, and creativity right from your kitchen.

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