Botanical Printing

Learn the basics of botanical printing using the technique known as flower pounding. This process transfers natural dyes from plants and flowers onto fabric and paper using a hammer.

In this workshop, you’ll learn the foundations of botanical dyeing and gain the tools to begin your own practice at home. We’ll cover simple at-home mordant techniques for preparing fabric, as well as explore the best plants and flowers for flower pounding—sourced from local garden centers, farmers markets, your own backyard, or even the grocery store. During class, you will create one project of your choice—a fabric bandana, farmers market tote, or tea towel—plus a handmade greeting card using this vibrant, hands-on technique.

Instructor will provide the following:

• Natural fabric (100% cotton bandana, tote, or tea towel)

• Fresh flowers and leaves

• Greeting cards

• All required tools

Students are asked to bring:

• Optionally, students are welcome to bring flowers and plants from their own gardens to try.

• Since your class runs over the lunch hour, you may want to consider bringing a lunch or snack.

Skill Level 

No experience required.

Age Requirement 

Students ages 10 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 10-17 must register with another registered adult.

Location Details 

Marine Mills Folk School

550 Pine St.

Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details

Tuition: $55 

Materials Fee: $15

Total Cost: $70

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.