Learn natural wool dyeing in Toronto. Create your own hand-dyed fibers, explore traditional textiles arts and colour mixing.

Discover the art of natural dyeing in this hands-on fibre arts workshop at The Village at Black Creek. Perfect for knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners, and fiber enthusiasts, this beginner-friendly class will introduce you to the fundamentals of dyeing natural fibers using non-toxic dyes and traditional techniques.

As part of this unique experience, you’ll even work with sheep’s wool sourced from the sheep living at The Village at Black Creek, connecting directly to the heritage traditions of wool production and textile making.

What You’ll Learn:
– Introduction to natural and non-toxic dyeing techniques
– Understanding wool and other natural fibers
– How mordants affect colour and dye uptake
– Working with weak acid dyes safely and effectively
– Creating custom colour palettes
– Best practices for dyeing yarn at home

No experience is required — this is a beginner-friendly creative workshop in Toronto designed for all ages and skill levels.

What you will make:
Each participant will dye their own custom wool samples to take home, creating a one-of-a-kind material ready for knitting, crochet, weaving, or future fibre art projects.

Who This Workshop Is For
– Knitters
– Crocheters
– Weavers
– Spinners
– Fiber artists
– Textile enthusiasts
– Anyone interested in sustainable and heritage crafts

Why Attend?

This is more than an art class. It’s an opportunity to connect with history, and create something meaningful while exploring one of Toronto’s most distinctive cultural destinations.

Whether you’re looking for a creative weekend activity, a unique date idea, a cultural experience, or an introduction to Natural Dyeing, this workshop offers an engaging and memorable way to experience Toronto’s heritage through art-making.

About The Toronto Art Club by PH1 Studios

The Toronto Art Club by PH1 Studios connects people through hands-on art workshops, creative experiences, and access to creating studio spaces in Toronto. Through community-focused programming, cultural events, and artist-led learning opportunities, we make it easy for artists and makers to create, connect, and discover the city’s vibrant creative community.

Admission to The Village at Black Creek is included with workshop registration.