
Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop
Sun 1 Nov · 10:30
Kelham Island Museum
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A sustainable dyeing workshop will occur on 1 November 2026 at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield with a ticket price of £38.00. Attendees will receive expert guidance while experimenting with seasonal ingredients from the kitchen, garden and hedgerow to create naturally dyed fabrics.
Create your own naturally dyed fabrics by experimenting with seasonal ingredients from the kitchen, garden and hedgerow with expert guidance
In this workshop you'll learn how to harness the properties of natural dyes and extract colour in a sustainable way. You will find out how to prepare fabrics to produce colour fastness and leave with a range of beautifully dyed samples of fabric to use in your own craft practice.
No experience necessary and all materials will be provided.
Andrea Akers has many years’ experience in the field of textiles and natural methods of surface decoration and dyeing practices. She uses sustainable and ancient plant dye and print methods to produce naturally beautiful results on paper, yarn and fabric. As Linen & Leaf, Andrea delivers workshops and makes clothing, accessories, housewares and crafting kits.
Please read the cancellation policy here before booking. We are unable to give refunds or ticket transfers with less than 7 days' notice before the session takes place.
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Frequently asked questions
Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:30.
Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop is held at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield (Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8RY).
Tickets for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop are priced at £38. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop is Overcast · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kelham Island Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop
Editorial summaryAbout this event
A sustainable dyeing workshop will occur on 1 November 2026 at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield with a ticket price of £38.00. Attendees will receive expert guidance while experimenting with seasonal ingredients from the kitchen, garden and hedgerow to create naturally dyed fabrics.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Create your own naturally dyed fabrics by experimenting with seasonal ingredients from the kitchen, garden and hedgerow with expert guidance
In this workshop you'll learn how to harness the properties of natural dyes and extract colour in a sustainable way. You will find out how to prepare fabrics to produce colour fastness and leave with a range of beautifully dyed samples of fabric to use in your own craft practice.
No experience necessary and all materials will be provided.
Andrea Akers has many years’ experience in the field of textiles and natural methods of surface decoration and dyeing practices. She uses sustainable and ancient plant dye and print methods to produce naturally beautiful results on paper, yarn and fabric. As Linen & Leaf, Andrea delivers workshops and makes clothing, accessories, housewares and crafting kits.
Please read the cancellation policy here before booking. We are unable to give refunds or ticket transfers with less than 7 days' notice before the session takes place.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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WhereKelham Island Museum
Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8RY
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop?
Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop taking place?
Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop is held at Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield (Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8RY).
How much are tickets for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop?
Tickets for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop are priced at £38. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop?
The forecast for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop is Overcast · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kelham Island Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop?
Tickets for Kelham Makes: Colours from Nature – Sustainable Dyeing workshop can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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