204 Mixology of Color Blending

204 Mixology of Color Blending

This is an intensive workshop centered on precision fiber color mixing. The purpose is to gain a deeper understanding of color theory and learn how to use optical blending in wool to intentionally create your own custom colors through structured, measurable methods. This rigorous, hands-on workshop focuses on calculated blending using hand carders, exact gram measurements, and ratio-based formulas to produce consistent, repeatable results.

You will study color perception, optical blending, and how depth of shade impacts mixture outcomes. Working with both traditional (Red, Blue, Yellow) and modern (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) primary systems, you will construct secondary blends, value scales, and structured color-mixing charts. Using a personal inspirational photograph, you will extract key hues, calculate custom blends, and needle felt a Color Journal that documents swatches, ratios, and formulas for continued studio reference.

Enrollment Status

Open

Experience Level

Open to All

Maximum Class Size

12

Materials Fee

Student Supplies

  • Spinning wheel/e-spinner
  • Spinning wheel oil
  • Hand carders
  • Digital scale measuring to 0.01 grams, 2-5
  • 40-gauge needle felting needles
  • 1 needle felting pen (multi-needle tool for efficiency)
  • Optional: 8–10 wool felting sheets, 1 metallic silver or gold permanent marker, 1 ounce each of primary wool in RBY (Red, Blue, Yellow), 1 ounce each of primary wool in CMY (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)

Homework

None

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Instructor

Dia Robinson

Instructor Bio

Dia Robinson is the proprietor of Twisted Urban Fiber Arts and specializes in textile education and learning development. Her primary objective is to demonstrate how engaging in fiber arts can positively impact mental health by equipping students with the tools and knowledge needed to create one-of-a-kind textile artwork. She has taught at many conferences and workshops around the country. Her work has been featured in multiple magazines. She is the creator of the “Inspire Blend” video series.

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