Wednesday, May 26, 4–5 pm
Wonders of Nature: Finding Dye Plants in Your Garden with Sarah Lillegard
In this workshop, we will discuss how to grow and find dye plants in your neighborhood. Part gardening primer and part botanical dye tutorial, we will discuss plants and resources for natural dyeing.
Recommended Supplies:
Paper, pencil, pen– for notetaking
About Sarah Lillegard
Sarah Lillegard is a maker whose textile work is informed by the palette and cultural geography of the Great Basin. As a workshop instructor, she strives to create an atmosphere where people feel empowered, supported and encouraged to connect their bodies to the process. In addition to teaching craft-based classes, Sarah is a seamstress and small-flock shearer. And while she has received some art accolades, Sarah is most proud of her sheep shearing certificates and small successes with identifying plants.
Nevada Reads is a program of Nevada Humanities that is made possible with support from Nevada State Library, Archives, and Public Records; the Institute of Museum and Library Services; the City of Reno; and the National Endowment for the Humanities. The Library of Congress’ Center for the Book promotes books and libraries, literacy and reading, and poetry and literature.
