Osage orange, or Maclura pomifera, is a tree native to Kansas, and the Central South United states. It is significant to many Indigenous tribes, as they used the tree for their tools, among other important uses. In this class, you will learn some of the significant cultural usage of Osage, and learn how to use it to dye protein and vegetable fibers and what goes into preparing the material for dye. Students will leave with a half yard of dyed muslin and a skein of dyed wool yarn. 

*Note from the teacher: I am not Indigenous to the Plains. I am Indigenous Nahua, but I wish to inform as best I can about the plant itself to be mindful in its harvest, use, and material and its  cultural significance

Lunch will be provided.

Materials: All materials will be provided through the material fee.