The confluence between the rivers Ter and Brugent hosts vast forests of high natural value as well as a long tradition of craftwork related to wood industry (furniture, pipes, sticks, wine barrels, ...), basketwork and textile sector.
Soaking your hands into a vat to dye a cloth is a mysterious and magical moment. During one hour and a half, you will have the privilege to become a blue dyer and share intense moments together with your fellow participants. Come and plunge into the local heritage of Toulouse and Occitania.
Annette et Yves is a couple of craftspeople who open the doors of their workshop to soak their hands into dye vats. Dyeing with Pastel is a unique artistic and patrimonial adventure.
To be agreed together
1:30 hour
Groups of friends, clubs, company committees ...
From 10 to 15 people maximum
89 Rue du Caillou Gris
31200 Toulouse
By car: exit Rocades Minimes.
Metro: Line B Canal du Midi or exit Claude Nougaro
On foot or by bike: Canal du Midi bike path, bicycle stations
You will attend a dyeing demonstration and have the opportunity to dye a piece of cloth. You will go back home with a turban dyed by Annette in the workshop. This first contact with Pastel will help you decide whether you want to go further in pastel dyeing.
Annette et Yves is a couple of craftspeople who open the doors of their workshop to soak their hands into dye vats. Dyeing with Pastel is a unique artistic and patrimonial adventure.