The Learning Garden presents:
Hands-on Dyeing with Weld, a Vibrant Yellow
Thursday, June 11, 2026
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
NC Cooperative Extension
Buncombe County Center
49 Mount Carmel Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Presenters: Pat Strang and Joyce Tromba, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers
In this class at the dye garden we will talk about the best way to prepare your fiber for natural dyeing, how to extract pigment from a plant and how to dye your fiber. We will be dyeing with weld, one of the heritage colors that has been used for thousands of years. It produces a bright, clear yellow that is lovely on its own and also perfect for over-dyeing.
We will share weld seeds from our plants for anyone who wants to grow it; you can plant it as late as August for harvesting next year. Everyone will also take home a cotton bandana that they have dyed.
We request a donation of 10 dollars to cover our costs—cash is appreciated.
Registration: The talk is free but registration is required. To ensure a good learning experience, attendance will be limited. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.