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.