Indigo Dyeing Handkerchief Art Workshop

This workshop integrates traditional craftsmanship with creative handcrafting. Participants will explore the cultural history and origins of indigo dyeing, learning its fundamental principles and development. Under the guidance of our tutors, participants will master practical pattern-design techniques such as folding, binding, and clamping. Through the process of repeated dyeing, oxidation, and untying, each participant will create a unique, beautiful indigo-dyed handkerchief.

Throughout the activity, participants will not only enjoy a hands-on creative experience but also appreciate the distinctive color gradients and organic textural variations produced by natural dyeing. The finished piece is both functional and artistic, allowing participants to cultivate mindfulness, aesthetic appreciation, and a deeper connection to traditional craftsmanship.

Activity Duration: About 45-60 minutes

Target Participants: Kindergarten / Primary School / Secondary School / Tertiary Institutions / General Public / Corporate Groups / Families

Group Size: Minimum 20 participants for group visit packages and the "Indigo Dreams: Indigo Dyeing Handkerchief Activity Day" package.

Fee: Additional $200 /pax for group visit packages (upgrade to an indigo-dyed tote bag available for an additional $25 per person), or refer to the package pricing for the "Indigo Dreams: Indigo Dyeing Handkerchief Activity Day."

Remarks: Visiting groups can add this activity to their group visit or sign up for the full "Indigo Dreams: Indigo Dyeing Handkerchief Activity Day" package. We can also arrange a tutor to run the activity off-site (separate quotation required).

How to Apply: Groups or schools are welcome to enquire about available dates with our farm. Please fill in the online application form here.

The farm will introduce limited-time activities according to the seasons, such as festival-related cooking workshops and ecological exploration activities. If schools are interested in learning more about the activity details, or would like the farm to design activities aligned with specific learning themes, please feel free to contact us anytime!