Explore black walnut's uses for food, timber, and dye, then create your own naturally dyed fabric and yarn in this hands-on workshop for landowners, crafters, and nature enthusiasts.
- https://ecosystems.psu.edu/research/centers/private-forests/events/black-walnut-natural-dyeing-workshop
- Black Walnut Natural Dyeing Workshop
- 2025-08-16T09:00:00-04:00
- 2025-08-16T12:00:00-04:00
- Explore black walnut's uses for food, timber, and dye, then create your own naturally dyed fabric and yarn in this hands-on workshop for landowners, crafters, and nature enthusiasts.
When August 16, 2025, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where ChicoryLane Farm 246 Brush Mountain Rd Spring Mills, Pennsylvania 16875
In-Person Workshop in Spring Mills, PA at ChicoryLane Farm led by Cathryn Pugh, Extension Educator, Forestry and Wildlife, and Shelby Carr, Natural Materials Artist.
Discover the rich legacy and modern applications of black walnut in this engaging, hands-on workshop. Learn about the tree’s traditional and contemporary uses for food, timber, and natural dyes, then roll up your sleeves to create your own naturally dyed fabric and yarns using black walnut dye. All participants will take home their handcrafted pieces and a deeper appreciation for this remarkable resource.
Personal protective equipment will be provided. Participants are encouraged to wear old clothes and closed-toed shoes.
Space is limited. Preregistration is required -- registration deadline by August 9. Click the link above (under web) for more info and to register.
James C. Finley Center for Private Forests
Address
416 Forest Resources BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802
- Email PrivateForests@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-0401
- Fax 814-865-6275
James C. Finley Center for Private Forests
Address
416 Forest Resources BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802
- Email PrivateForests@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-0401
- Fax 814-865-6275
