Ecoprint
Ecoprint Workshop: Craft Stunning Textile Designs with Nature’s Beauty
Welcome to the world of eco-printing, a unique art form that brings the beauty of nature onto fabric. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use leaves, flowers, and other botanical materials to create stunning, eco-friendly prints. Led by an expert in the craft, you’ll be guided through every step of this ancient technique, which has been passed down through generations. Led by Gigi Payne, a pioneer of eco-printing in Thailand, this workshop reflects her passion for natural dyeing and her commitment to sustainable artistry—offering participants the rare opportunity to learn from one of the country’s leading voices in botanical textile design. Get ready to unlock your creativity and connect with nature through this fascinating process.
Introduction to Eco-Printing
Delve into the history and origins of eco-printing, a sustainable art form that captures the natural beauty of plant pigments. Learn how botanical imprints are transferred to fabric, and discover the various plant materials you can use to create stunning, one-of-a-kind designs.
Techniques & Materials
You’ll learn the step-by-step process of eco-printing, from choosing the right plant materials to bundling and steaming your fabric. Explore how natural dyes react with organic textiles and how mordants and modifiers can shift colors and enhance detail. All fabrics, foliage, and tools are provided, with Gigi Payne guidance throughout to help you develop your own natural palette and printing technique.
Creative Project
Create your own botanical masterpiece on organic fabric using your selected leaves and flowers. With every fold and press, you’ll produce a one-of-a-kind print that reflects your personal connection to nature. At the end of the workshop, you’ll unwrap a finished textile artwork that can be displayed, gifted, or used in future craft projects—an eco-conscious keepsake infused with creativity and soul.
Workshop Info
Duration: 3–4 hours
Format: In-person at the studio (online course also available)
Group Size: Individual or intimate groups (1–8 participants)
Language: English & Thai
What to Bring: Just your enthusiasm! All tools and materials are provided
What You’ll Create: Two naturally dyed cotton scarves or a T-shirt, plus a printed guidebook so you can recreate the eco-printing process at home
Step into the beauty of nature and let your creativity bloom—your eco-printing journey starts here.
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3 months ago
Anna M
This is one of the highlights of my trip to Bangkok. I am so happy I did 2 of Gigi’s workshops - batik and eco printing. If I could rate GigiPayne studio a 6 stars out of 5, I would! If you’re on the fence about taking the workshops, my advice is to just do it! It is so worth the time and money. I had so much fun and most of all, I couldn’t believe I was able to do batik or eco printing. Gigi made it really easy and fun but I know the prep and post work she did for my scarves is still a lot of work. She’s a pro at giving lessons and I can’t say enough good things about her workshop. I highly recommend GigiPayne workshops to anyone interested in arts, crafts or design. This will get your blood moving with excitement. And it’s a really cool activity to do In Bangkok, more than just going to the beach, shopping, visiting temples, this can potentially be something that turns into a hobby later on. Gigi herself is a wonderful lady, she teaches from the heart!
2 months ago
Marie-claire Redman
Had a really brilliant experience with Gigi, doing the eco print workshop. The big thing that made her stand out was firstly, there doesn't seem to be anyone else in Thailand doing this workshop (you can learn online but it would be so much harder because the leaves etc won't be what you find here) and also that in the workshop, she sets you up with *everything* you need to go so it again yourself in your spare time, e.g. where to buy what you need, how to do it in a regular kitchen, different effects you can try etc. She had a massive range of her own work that she used to teach us the effects and then discuss to embed our knowledge. I am an art teacher myself, so I know what being taught well feels like 🤣🤓 and I don't like going to classes where I realise I could have done it alone for free! Gigi is a proper expert in this area (as well as many other areas of textiles) so it made you feel like she was seeding you through the easy stuff into the interesting bit. Excellent value for money!! Also the products we made were really high quality and all created in a way that they give income to small businesses in communities around Thailand that need it- really sustainable and fully ethical. There need to be more people doing what Gigi is doing right now! I will be recommending to anyone who will listen 🤣. 💕
5 months ago
Ella Henry
I went to an eco-printing class, which was really fantastic. Gigi was very interesting and friendly and she was able to adapt the class to suit what I was interested in. The class included all materials and it was great to learn about so many different aspects of eco-printing and natural dyeing. Gigi was really open with showing her work and sharing her vast knowledge. Couldn’t recommend doing a class here more!
