WELCOME TO THE
BOTANICAL ATELIER
The Botanical Atelier is a monthly workshop series focused on natural dyeing, botanical printing, and beginner-friendly sewing projects.
A live session based around a specific theme is held each month. We’ll begin with foundational processes and botanical contact-printing. We’ll progress into zero-waste garment construction and larger-scale motif development—building toward your own refined, wearable textiles.
Perfect for those interested in sustainable fashion, slow textiles, and fiber arts, The Botanical Atelier offers a supportive environment to experiment, learn, and develop your creative voice.
each month highlights a theme in
botanical printing and textiles:
May — The Botanical Scarf
Outcome: Finished silk—or lightweight natural fiber— scarf/shawl
Working with fresh spring leaves, you’ll create a wearable piece that captures the striking pigmentation of verdant spring leaves. This workshop focuses on placement, clarity of imprint, and working with the delicate balance between tannin and iron on cloth.
June — Flora Obscura Kaftan
Outcome: Finished kaftan— printed and sewn by you
An introduction to garment-making through a zero-waste approach. You’ll cut and construct a simple, elegant form while incorporating your botanical prints, resulting in a piece that is both functional and expressive.
July — Heirloom flower printed wrap
Outcome: Botanically printed wrap made from vintage fabric
Using fresh summer flowers, you’ll transform a vintage texile or linen into something renewed— a zero-waste wrap jacket. This workshop explores the bold and saturated imprints of fresh flowers, working with heirloom textiles, and embracing their history and imperfections.
August — botanical WRAP jacket
Outcome: Botanically printed wrap jacket dyed and sewn by you
An continuation of simple garment-construction. You’ll cut and construct a simple, elegant form while incorporating your botanical prints, resulting in a piece that is both functional and expressive.
September — WILDLOOM TAPESTRY
Outcome: Finished textile pieced together from smaller botanical prints
A continuation of the series—this time focusing on sewing printed textiles into a larger tapestry to be displayed as a wall hanging, quilt or made into a garment.
A complete five-month journey through natural dyeing, botanical printing, and simple garment making—from foundational techniques to finished pieces. Monthly subscriptions can cancel anytime.
Who This COURSE Is DESIGNED For:
Beginners curious about natural dyeing and simplified sewing techniques
Creatives looking to reconnect with making
Designers interested in sustainable textiles and zero-waste garment construction
Anyone drawn to slow, nature and process-based work
FAQs
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The series runs from May through September, with one live session each month, usually falling on the second Thursday of each month, at 11am EST.
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Most sessions are held on the second Thursday of the month at 11am EST, chosen to suit as many participants as possible.
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All live sessions are recorded and immediately posted to the Atelier, so you can catch up anytime. Each month includes a live session, supported by pre-recorded videos and detailed visual guides. You’ll learn both dye techniques and simple garment construction in a clear, approachable way.
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Materials are not included. You’ll receive a sourcing guide, along with ideas for using fabrics and garments you already own.
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Not at all. We’ll cover everything from mordanting fabric to eco-printing, and those with experience will still find room to deepen their practice.
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A basic familiarity with sewing and access to a machine is helpful. Projects are simple and adaptable—this is about learning and enjoying the process, not perfection. You can leave your pieces as textiles rather than wearables— think wall tapestry, quilt, shawl, tablecloth…
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Each month includes a live session, supported by pre-recorded videos and detailed visual guides. You’ll learn both dye techniques and simple garment construction in a clear, approachable way. Alison is available weekly for questions and an ongoing Q&A session will be posted in the Atelier.
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Yes—this lives on a page in the Atelier and is a space to ask questions, share progress, and stay motivated. It’s also where you can reach me between sessions for additional support.
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All content can be accessed for one year, after which the courses retire into individual offerings.
A complete five-month journey through natural dyeing, botanical printing, and simple garment making—from foundational techniques to finished pieces. Monthly subscriptions can cancel anytime.