Botanical Dyes and Native Foods

A collaboration between Norton Fredricks (Retritus) and chef Chris Jordan (Three Little Birds Brisbane), this multifaceted masterclass will have participants explore the fundamentals of natural dyeing techniques as well as be educated on native foods, celebrating the unique culture and natural resources Australia has to offer. 

Each workshop participant will receive: 

• 2-hour bush bundle dyeing workshop by Norton Fredericks where each participant will take home a completed scarf and printed paper 
• 1-hour native foods education workshop by chef Chris Jordan 
• Lunch catered by Chef Jordan, 3 Little Birds Brisbane  

Bush Dyes: 
Participants will receive a silk bandana to naturally dye using Australian native botanicals and earth pigments along with two pieces of watercolour paper to create botanical prints on. Participants will leave with a completed scarf, printed paper and an understanding of how to prepare fabric to dye and a foundational knowledge of how natural dyes work. 

Native Foods: 
Using native ingredients, ancient knowledge of customs and techniques to make food that just doesn’t just taste good but also work to acknowledge, educate, and celebrate the unique culture and natural resources Australia has to offer.