Onions? Japanese Knot Bag? What? This class is designed as an introduction to natural dying and surface decoration. Led by artisan and educator extraordinaire, Jan Johnson, students will create a unique and usable piece of art in the form of a handy bag! Class will take place over 3 Saturday sessions: February 1st, February 8th and February 15th, 2025, at 10:00 am.

$25 for MBG Members, $35 for not-yet members

(Members will receive a $10 refund after check-out)

Session 1, February 1, 2025: Using a dye vat of those crunchy onion skins, we will dye reclaimed bed sheets golden brown.

Session 2, February 8, 2025: Students will cut the pattern for a Japanese Knot Bag. Using fabric paint and an onion as a stamp, we will create surface decoration.

Session 3, February 15, 2025: The knot bag will already be partially assembled and students will clip the sewn seams, sew the bag and lining together, learn to turn the bag, pin and baste the handles. I will then sew the handles to complete the project.

*Final session may run longer and will include snacks as there will be some waiting as the bags are sewn.

Students will receive a handout that will guide them in onion skin dyeing at home. Suggested books will be included, a copy of the pattern, link to You tube video showing assembly.