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Join \u003cstrong\u003eJim from Bellevue Farms\u003c\/strong\u003e for a hands-on yarn dyeing workshop where you'll learn the process of transforming a knitted blank into your very own \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eself-striping yarn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis practical and creative workshop will take you through the complete dyeing process, from preparing your fibre and choosing your colours through to applying the dye, steaming and finishing your knitted blank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow yarn takes up dye\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, how pH affects the dyeing process, the different equipment and PPE required, and how to record your dye recipes and techniques so you can recreate your favourite colourways again and again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you'll learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to prepare and pre-soak your yarn ready for dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow dyes work and the role of citric acid or vinegar in the dye bath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafe dyeing practices, including appropriate PPE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe equipment used for yarn dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to choose colours and plan your colour placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to accurately weigh and mix dyes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to achieve even and vibrant colour coverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to keep records of your dye recipes and process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to steam your knitted blank to set the colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to dry and prepare your knitted blank at home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to do with your blank once it has dried\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow different dyeing techniques can change the final result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll first watch a demonstration of the dyeing process before mixing your own chosen colours and creating your very own self-striping knitted blank. You'll have plenty of opportunity to experiment, ask questions and receive guidance throughout the hands-on portion of the workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll finish by sharing our results, discussing what worked, what we learnt and answering any final questions. 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