Workshop
Prof Natural Dyeing Workshops & Textile Training
Learn Natural Dyeing. Explore Textile Techniques. Build Knowledge for Your Brand.
Discover the possibilities of natural dyes through practical workshops at Truetone Ink's Natural Dye Farm in Mysore, Karnataka, India.
Designed for aspiring clothing-brand founders, entrepreneurs, fashion designers, textile professionals and businesses, our workshops combine practical demonstrations with industry-oriented knowledge of natural dyes, fabric qualities, colour applications, textile printing and commercial production possibilities.
Whether you are starting a clothing brand, exploring sustainable textiles or looking to understand natural dyeing processes for your products, our programmes help you explore the techniques and considerations involved in working with natural dyes.
Choose a one-day introduction, a two-day programme, a three-day hands-on workshop or customised training based on your requirements.
1. Natural Dyeing for Brand Founders
Duration: 1 day
Fee: ₹10,000/Per Person
Planning to start a clothing brand using natural dyes? This introductory programme helps you understand natural dyes and explore their potential applications for your products.
What you will learn
Introduction to the chemistry and history of natural dyes.
Hands-on understanding of natural dyes and our shade card.
Fabric qualities and dyeing possibilities.
Introduction to bulk dyeing possibilities and minimum order quantities (MOQs).
Colourfastness parameters and wash care for dyed fabrics.
An introduction to dyeing, printing and fabric painting techniques.
Types of natural dyeing available in the market and how to choose suitable options for your brand.
Guidance on the strengths, challenges and practical considerations involved in working with natural dyes.
What you take away
A natural dye shade card and a fabric-quality swatch set.
Who should attend?
Aspiring clothing-brand founders, entrepreneurs, designers and teams beginning their journey with natural dyes.
2. Natural Dyeing & Garment Dyeing Demonstration
Duration: 1 day
Fee: ₹10,000/Per Person
Explore natural dyeing fundamentals alongside garment dyeing demonstrations. Understand fabric selection, colour possibilities and practical considerations when developing naturally dyed garments.
What you will learn
Introduction to the chemistry and history of natural dyes.
Hands-on exploration of natural dyes and our shade card.
Fabric qualities and dyeing possibilities.
Introduction to bulk dyeing, MOQs and colourfastness.
Garment dyeing demonstrations.
An introduction to printing and fabric painting possibilities.
Wash care and product-development considerations.
Guidance on selecting suitable natural dyeing approaches for your brand.
What you take away
A natural dye shade card and a fabric-quality swatch set.
Who should attend?
Clothing-brand founders, designers and businesses interested in garment dyeing and natural-colour applications.
3. Natural Dyeing for Textile & Clothing Brands
Duration: 2 days
Fee: ₹20,000/Per Person
A structured programme for participants who want to understand natural dyes, textile compatibility, colour applications and production possibilities for their businesses.
Day 1: Textile Fundamentals & Natural Dye Applications
Introduction to textiles, yarns, fibres and their classification.
Understanding the strengths and challenges of natural dyes.
Exploring natural dye applications at hand and industrial levels.
An introduction to plain dyeing, tie-dye and printing possibilities.
The history behind Truetone Ink's standardised natural dyes.
Hands-on colour mixing to explore the chemistry of natural dyeing.
Different dye application techniques.
An overview of effluent treatment, carbon footprint and traceability considerations.
Factors affecting shade variations and dyeing results.
Wash care and client education.
Day 2: Fabric Selection & Commercial Possibilities
Sustainable textiles, their affinity for natural dyes and key performance properties.
Available fabric swatch sets and pricing options.
Fabric suitability and recommended dyeing techniques.
Approximate costing considerations.
Production possibilities and minimum order quantities.
Further training and skill-building options.
What you take away
Fabric-quality swatches and a natural dye shade card.
Who should attend?
Clothing-brand founders, textile entrepreneurs, designers and teams exploring natural dyes for product development.
4. Three-Day Hands-On Natural Dyeing Workshop
Duration: 3 days
Fee: ₹30,000/Per Person
Spend three days exploring natural dyes and textile surface-design techniques through demonstrations, practical participation and business-oriented discussions.
What you will learn
Introduction to the chemistry and history of natural dyes.
Hands-on exploration of natural dyes and colour possibilities.
Choose any three natural dye techniques to explore.
Explore fabric dyeing, printing, tie-dye and hand-painting options.
Understand fabric qualities, shade cards and bulk dyeing possibilities.
Learn about colourfastness, wash care and factors affecting dye results.
Understand MOQs and production timelines.
Discuss marketing and product-development questions.
Explore natural dyeing approaches available in the market and how to distinguish authentic practices from greenwashing.
Practical experience
You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in selected dyeing, printing, tie-dye and hand-painting techniques.
What you take away
A natural dye shade card and fabric-quality swatch set, along with practical exposure to selected textile techniques.
Who should attend?
Entrepreneurs, designers, aspiring clothing-brand founders and small businesses seeking a more in-depth introduction to natural dyes.
5. Customised Natural Dyeing & Textile Training
Duration: Based on your requirements
Fee: ₹10,000 per day as the standard rate; final programme costs depend on the agreed scope.
Every business has different requirements. If you are looking for training focused on specific products, textile techniques, team requirements or production objectives, we can discuss a customised programme.
The training modules, duration, schedule and fees will be discussed and finalised according to your needs.
Possible areas of focus
Natural dyes and their applications.
Fabric and garment dyeing demonstrations.
Printing and fabric painting techniques.
Fabric suitability and colour exploration.
Product development and production-related discussions.
Team learning and further skill-building requirements.
Tell us what you want to learn and what you are working towards. Our team will discuss a suitable training programme with you.
Why Learn with Truetone Ink?
Industry-Oriented Natural Dye Knowledge
Explore natural dyes alongside fabric suitability, colourfastness, wash care and practical product-development considerations.
Practical Demonstrations
Experience selected dyeing, printing and painting techniques through demonstrations and guided participation.
Fabric and Colour Exploration
Understand textile options through natural dye shade cards and fabric-quality swatches.
Commercial Applications
Discuss bulk dyeing possibilities, minimum order quantities, production timelines and other considerations relevant to developing naturally dyed products.
Truetone Ink's Dyeing Technologies
Our standard programmes focus on Truetone Ink's patented, standardised and certified natural dye technologies designed for commercial-scale applications. These methods differ from conventional traditional natural dyeing processes.
If you specifically wish to learn traditional natural dyeing methods, please mention this in your registration enquiry so we can discuss your requirements.
Who Can Attend Our Workshops?
Our programmes are suitable for:
Aspiring clothing-brand founders and entrepreneurs.
Fashion and textile designers.
Small clothing labels exploring natural dyes.
Sustainable fashion and textile businesses.
Professionals interested in fabric dyeing, printing and painting.
Teams seeking an introduction to natural dyes and their applications.
Businesses exploring further training for textile production and product development.
Whether you are just starting out or exploring natural dyes for an existing business, you can enquire about the programme best suited to your interests and objectives.
Workshop Information
Location: Truetone Ink Natural Dye Farm, Mysore, Karnataka, India.
Flexible scheduling: You can suggest your preferred dates in the registration form. Our team will check availability and contact you to confirm the schedule.
Workshop materials: Materials required for the selected programme are provided by Truetone Ink.
Lunch: A 30-minute lunch break is included in the standard programmes where specified.
Online sessions: Online participation may be discussed for selected programmes, with adjustments to the format and schedule.
Transportation: Transportation can be arranged upon prior request and will be charged separately.
Booking and payment: Submitting a registration enquiry does not confirm your dates or booking. Our team will contact you to discuss availability and share the next steps. Advance payment is required to confirm a booking. Cancellation terms will be communicated before payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a workshop cost?
Our standard workshop fee is ₹10,000 per day.
One-day programme: ₹10,000
Two-day programme: ₹20,000
Three-day programme: ₹30,000
Customised training: ₹10,000 per day as the standard rate, subject to the agreed scope.
Can I choose my preferred workshop dates?
Yes. You can enter your preferred dates in the registration form. These are date preferences, not confirmed appointments. Our team will check availability and contact you to finalise the schedule.
Does submitting the registration form confirm my booking?
No. Your submission is an enquiry. Your preferred dates and booking will be confirmed separately by our team.
Do I need prior experience with natural dyes?
Our introductory programme is suitable for people beginning to explore natural dyes. Share your experience and objectives in the form so we can help you identify a suitable programme.
Which workshop should I choose for starting a clothing brand?
The one-day programme is a good starting point for understanding natural dyes, fabric qualities, shade cards and dyeing possibilities. If you want more time for practical exploration and product-development discussions, consider the two-day or three-day programme.
Can I register my team?
Yes. Mention the number of participants and your team's learning objectives in the registration form.
Can I request customised training?
Yes. Select the customised training option and describe your requirements so our team can discuss a suitable programme.
Can I learn traditional natural dyeing?
Our standard programmes focus on Truetone Ink's standardised dyeing technologies designed for commercial-scale applications. If you are specifically interested in traditional natural dyeing methods, please mention this when registering.
Will I receive fabric samples?
The one-day brand-founders programme and the three-day hands-on programme specify a natural dye shade card and fabric-quality swatch set as takeaways. The two-day programme also includes fabric swatches and a shade card. Confirm the inclusions for other programmes with our team.