In my own art practice I try to be as eco friendly as possible and often use natural materials foraged from around my home to dye cloth. Last week I showed students how materials we had found around the school site could be used as non toxic dyes. We wrapped cloth around items which rust, sprayed them with water and vinegar, popped them in a plastic bag and left the bag in a warm place for 3 days. The students haven't seen the results yet but I think they will be amazed by the markings left on the cloth.....
