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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 £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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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 £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: No cancellations or reschedules allowed
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 2.5 hours, £80 per guest (£85 per guest when you book for 12+ guests, £80/guest for 12+ guests)
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Create your own dyed scarf using cochineal, a natural dye historically used to colour ceremonial robes.
ClassBento donates
50p
with every booking to
2.5 hours
1 to 10
(public classes),
12 to 20
(private)
(private classes)
£80
(£85 per guest when you book for 12+ guests, £80/guest for 12+ guests)
(PayPal Pay in 3 available)
What you'll do
Mordanting Fabrics
Learn the ways to prepare fabrics for dyeing.
Cochineal
Learn about this dye and how it's prepared.
Pounded Cochineal
Pounding to get the dyeing powder
Prepare the Fabric with Shibori Techniques
Soaking the folded, clamped and tied bags.
In the Dye-pot
Submerge in the dye-pot
Keep it for at least 12 hours
The Big Reveal
Unfold to see the beautiful patterns emerge.
- Learn the history behind this beautiful dye
- Discover how to prepare and mordant fabric for dyeing
- Explore the essentials of resist and tie-dye techniques
- Learn how folding, tying, clamping and stitching create beautiful patterns and unique designs
- Experiment with dyes to produce rich, vibrant colours and striking effects
- Get to grips with the basics of colour, dyeing and the science behind the process
- Create your own hand-dyed piece with friendly, step-by-step guidance throughout
Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
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This class is not available for purchase
What you'll get
- You will take a beautiful hand-dyed scarf back home.
- Iced tea and snacks.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly — no previous experience is needed.
What to bring
- All materials are included — just bring your curious and enthusiastic self. Iced tea and snacks are provided.
- A plastic bag if you want carry your work back same day, although advisable to collect it any day after the next.
- A drink if you’d like — feel free to bring a glass of wine or beer. We’ll provide paper cups!
Your teacher
I am a self-employed visual artist based in London for the past seven years. After graduating with Distinction from Chelsea College of Arts, I completed an MA at the Royal College of Art, specialising in the public sphere. My practice is largely inclusive and socially engaged — I enjoy creating spaces where people can come together, experiment, and discover the joy of making.Over the years, I have designed and facilitated workshops for people of all ages with organisations including London Museum, Arbeit Studios, Bow Arts, Perivale Library, and Chisenhale Studio. These have been commissioned and paid workshops, allowing me to connect with diverse communities through creative practice.Teaching is something I find deeply rewarding. I love witnessing people overcome hesitation, explore materials, and surprise themselves through the process of making. For me, creativity is not just about the final outcome but about connection, curiosity, and shared experiences.Sustainability is central to both my artistic practice and my way of living. I often create spaces that encourage conversations around sustainable ways of being in an urban environment. My workshops are an extension of this — inviting people to slow down, engage with materials, and explore more mindful and creative ways of living.I am now expanding my workshop practice to create a more consistent platform for sharing these experiences alongside my own art practice.
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