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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Enjoy learning the art of eco-dyeing in stunning Japanese surroundings
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5 hours
Hepburn
1 to 4 guests
$290
(Afterpay available)
What you'll do
Step into a stunning pocket of Japan in Hepburn Springs in Central Victoria and enjoy a day immersing in the wonderful world of Japanese eco-dyeing! Learn how to use handcrafted Japanese Bengala dyes with Prue Simmons from Dyeing To Weave Studio, the only official Australian teacher and distributor of these amazing earth dyes from Japan.In this hands-on class, you will learn about the rich history of Bengala dyes in Japan along with traditional and contemporary shibori techniques and play with the subtle earthy colours of these handcrafted mud dyes in this fun and engaging five hour workshop.You'll also be able to dine on delicious chef-prepared Japanese cuisine for lunch and take in the zen surroundings of the traditional Japanese styled inn called Shizuka Ryokan in the heart of Spa Country in Central Victoria (just 75 minutes from Melbourne), during this incredible day at the dye pots.By the end of this class, you will take home your two dye projects, as well as fond memories of this amazing day!
What you'll get
- Guided tuition and all materials are provided, including two amazing dye projects to take home
- A delicious chef-prepared Japanese lunch and green tea refreshments throughout the day
- An incredible Japanese experience without needing to fly to Japan!
- You will also have the opportunity to purchase dyes to use at home
Knowledge required
None required - absolute beginners welcome!
What to bring
Clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
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Recent reviews of Japanese Eco Dyeing Class with Lunch
- 5/5 from Vija Gaidelis, attended Mar 2023: Such a beautiful venue, with Prue as a very informative teacher, and Jayne as a very able assistant. The time allowance was 'just right', the authentic Japanese lunch was delicious, and all participants were very encouraging and supportive of each other's efforts. That the dyes themselves "do no harm" is brilliant!
- 5/5 from Di Jmrd, attended Feb 2023: This workshop was exceptional. Prue was very knowledgeable and passionate about her craft and an obviously experienced and inspiring teacher. The venue and food were excellent and reflected the cultural origin of the technique, and gave the day a very coordinated vibe. All that, and new ideas and techniques learned and pleasing results to take home.
- 5/5 from Terri-Anne Kingsley, attended Feb 2023: I had a terrific day at this workshop. Prue is so enthusiastic about what she teaches, it's infectious, and having a fairly small group means it's not crowded, and everyone has time and space to experiment. Prue explains everything clearly, and you're very quickly into actually creating and dyeing. The dyes are easy to use and you can see results very quickly. The venue is wonderful too - peaceful and cheerful, and the lunch and afternoon tea provided were top notch.
- 5/5 from Sally Thomson, attended Feb 2023: Inspirational workshop, perfect for beginners and those more experienced. Warm & interesting presenter in a perfect, relaxing setting with delicious japanese lunch.
Your teacher
Prue Simmons is a passionate SAORI weaver and natural dyer, with a deep love and knowledge of Japanese crafts and culture.From her many years living and exploring Japan, Prue now shares her knowledge of Japanese SAORI weaving and beautiful dye practises in her studio and through online courses and kits.Prue first discovered the creativity of SAORI weaving whilst living in the mountains of Japan in 2007. SAORI is a freestyle form of Japanese weaving that allows the weaver to create freely at the loom using colour and texture rather than following a designated pattern, enabling them to tap into their true creative spirit with this mindful meditative craft.Prue loves introducing people to this simple, fun and meditative craft and empowering people to create their own textiles on the SAORI loom, to easily make unique clothing and soft furnishings for the home.Dyeing To Weave Studio is one of only three accredited global SAORI studios here in Australia, where Prue specialises in teaching this freestyle form of Japanese weaving and Japanese natural dye such as Indigo and hand-crafted Bengala dyes. Dyeing To Weave studio os based in the charming historic township of Clunes, Victoria, and classes are held in venues in Bendigo, Ballarat, Clunes and Melbourne.
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