December 6th - Dyeing for the holidays – Gift workshop
Prices include VAT.
Create small gifts with meaning:
In this winter workshop edition, you will dye textiles with plant dyes – warming, beautiful and handmade.
Choose your favorite projects: hand warmers, socks, hats, cases, scarves and more.
Together we work with natural color tones from walnut shell, logwood, chutney, avocado and other plants.
All textiles are pre-treated (mordanted) by us to ensure that the colors adhere permanently and develop their natural depth.
You dye cotton, wool or silk and create 2 small pieces that you can give away as gifts.
The dyed pieces will be washed and ironed in the studio after the workshop. You can pick them up a few days later – or have them sent to you by post for €6.50.
No prior knowledge required – just a love of design.
Duration & Procedure
The workshop lasts approximately 1.5 hours .
After a brief introduction to dyeing with plant dyes, you choose your projects and work independently in the studio.
There is time in between for conversations, tea and short breaks.
Participants
Maximum 6 people per time slot – a small, quiet group for focused work and individual support.
Location
Cosmaki Natural Dyeing Studio
Dillenburger Str. 77c, 51105 Cologne-Kalk
(Tram: Cologne Kalk Kapelle / Kalk Post Office)
The studio is part of the Machwerk house – with a bathroom and a quiet outdoor area.
Materials & Clothing
All materials are prepared and included in the price.
Aprons are available on site, however we recommend clothing that can withstand small paint splashes.
drinks
- Water and coffee are included.
Conditions
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No prior knowledge required.
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The workshop will take place if there are at least 3 participants.
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In case of cancellation by participants: alternative date or voucher possible.
For whom
Ideal for adults, friends, couples or parents with older children (from about 10 years old).
You take with you
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2 naturally dyed textiles (Additional textiles can be booked)
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Knowledge about plant dyes & dyeing techniques
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Inspiration, tranquility, and a handmade gift with meaning.
Description of gift items:
- Case: Canvas, 80% recycled cotton, 20% recycled polyester, pre-washed
- Cotton socks: 85% cotton, 13% polyamide, 2% elastane, Made in Germany
- Children's T-shirt: Single jersey, 100% cotton – Organic Ring Spun Combed, Pre-washed
- Wool socks: 100% virgin wool, Toe and heel reinforced with cotton Made in Germany
- Knit hat: 100% virgin wool, superwash, Made in Germany
- Hand warmers: Heavy, 65% wool / 35% alpaca, Made in Italy
- Process & Details
- What you bring with you
- Rebooking & cancellation?
• Duration: approx. 1 hour (note the time window!)
• Location: Cosmaki Atelier, Machwerkhaus, Dillenburger Str. 77c, Cologne
• You can buy pre-mordanted fabrics locally
• Comfortable clothes that can get dirty
- Snacks for the kids
Free of charge up to 48 hours in advance, after that a 50% cancellation fee applies.
Your access to the studio
The beginner's workshop is the first step to working independently in the Cosmaki studio.
After participating, you can purchase a studio pass and use our dyeing stations outside of the workshops – for your own projects, at your own pace.
You will receive more information about the Atelier Pass directly in the workshop.
What is important to us:
We want to demonstrate that sustainable design is possible even on a small scale – without pressure, with simple tools, and a lot of curiosity. That's why we're opening our studio to families who want to experience and try something together.
With us, children not only learn how color is created – but also that clothing has value.