Something Old, Something NEW:
Join artist and BLJ Founder Kenya Miles for a one on one hour long indigo dye session. Refresh a beloved old item and transform it into something new, thrift for something one of a kind, or purchase a blank at BLJ or online (details below). During your time participants will learn basic dyeing and resist techniques to create unique imagery. Participants are encouraged to be experimental and playful in their practice and journey.
Please complete the google form so that we can better prepare for your visit. Also read the FAQ’s below for more info. Note: All fibers must be natural (cotton, linen, hemp, etc). The vat has an iron base and is not recommended for wools and silk (though short dips are ok).
Google Form:
https://forms.gle/oZF8LY6dWoMd33ZF8
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Various Times: 11am - 4pm
Duration: 1 Hour per session
Artist: Kenya Miles
Pricing: $100
Location: 209 McAllister Street, Studio A, Baltimore, MD 21202
We have the following for onsite purchase: at BLJ:
Bandana Organic Cotton: https://maiwa.com/collections/blanks/products/bandana-organic-cotton-single
Shawl Cotton Organic: https://maiwa.com/collections/blanks/products/shawl-organic-cotton-mull
T-shirt: White short sleeve crew neck t-shirt (various sizes)
Maiwa Blanks to Purchase: https://maiwa.com/collections/blanks
FAQ’s:
1) How many items can I bring to dye? You may bring one item to dye. Please email description and images of your item in advance of session.
2) What kind of materials can I dye? We are open to experimental materials that will not disrupt the vats natural environment. Uncoated wood, natural bones and fur, natural fibers
3) Can I bring a large sheet, blanket, coat? No. In order to maintain the vats viability we ask that items be of reasonable size and thickness. Please email bluelightjunction@gmail.com if you have specific questions.
4) Can I bring someone with me? Yes, you may bring one (1) other person over the age of 12. Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring someone. This person may not dye anything of their own but can support you in your journey.
5) What will be provided during my session? We will have inspiration books, clamps, wooden items for resist, gloves, plastic bag to hold wet item and soda ash for washing/setting piece at home. There will not be time to stitch and dye within the hour. We encourage you to visit the Alternative Library in Studio Blue or search online to find stitch resist patterns to prepare your piece in advance.
6) Can I bring my own items to resist my piece? Yes, you may bring your own items. Please let us know in advance what these may be so we can confirm that they are compatible with the vat.
7) What kind of vat will we be dyeing with? The 30 gallon indigo vat is made of ferrous sulfate (iron), calcium hydroxide, and organic indigo pigment.
8) I want to have a really dark indigo dyed piece? Indigo dye is a layering process. It can take up to 15 dips for very deep blues. Medium shades can happen between 3-5 dips. A one hour session will likely allow for 5 dips.
Something Old, Something NEW:
Join artist and BLJ Founder Kenya Miles for a one on one hour long indigo dye session. Refresh a beloved old item and transform it into something new, thrift for something one of a kind, or purchase a blank at BLJ or online (details below). During your time participants will learn basic dyeing and resist techniques to create unique imagery. Participants are encouraged to be experimental and playful in their practice and journey.
Please complete the google form so that we can better prepare for your visit. Also read the FAQ’s below for more info. Note: All fibers must be natural (cotton, linen, hemp, etc). The vat has an iron base and is not recommended for wools and silk (though short dips are ok).
Google Form:
https://forms.gle/oZF8LY6dWoMd33ZF8
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Various Times: 11am - 4pm
Duration: 1 Hour per session
Artist: Kenya Miles
Pricing: $100
Location: 209 McAllister Street, Studio A, Baltimore, MD 21202
We have the following for onsite purchase: at BLJ:
Bandana Organic Cotton: https://maiwa.com/collections/blanks/products/bandana-organic-cotton-single
Shawl Cotton Organic: https://maiwa.com/collections/blanks/products/shawl-organic-cotton-mull
T-shirt: White short sleeve crew neck t-shirt (various sizes)
Maiwa Blanks to Purchase: https://maiwa.com/collections/blanks
FAQ’s:
1) How many items can I bring to dye? You may bring one item to dye. Please email description and images of your item in advance of session.
2) What kind of materials can I dye? We are open to experimental materials that will not disrupt the vats natural environment. Uncoated wood, natural bones and fur, natural fibers
3) Can I bring a large sheet, blanket, coat? No. In order to maintain the vats viability we ask that items be of reasonable size and thickness. Please email bluelightjunction@gmail.com if you have specific questions.
4) Can I bring someone with me? Yes, you may bring one (1) other person over the age of 12. Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring someone. This person may not dye anything of their own but can support you in your journey.
5) What will be provided during my session? We will have inspiration books, clamps, wooden items for resist, gloves, plastic bag to hold wet item and soda ash for washing/setting piece at home. There will not be time to stitch and dye within the hour. We encourage you to visit the Alternative Library in Studio Blue or search online to find stitch resist patterns to prepare your piece in advance.
6) Can I bring my own items to resist my piece? Yes, you may bring your own items. Please let us know in advance what these may be so we can confirm that they are compatible with the vat.
7) What kind of vat will we be dyeing with? The 30 gallon indigo vat is made of ferrous sulfate (iron), calcium hydroxide, and organic indigo pigment.
8) I want to have a really dark indigo dyed piece? Indigo dye is a layering process. It can take up to 15 dips for very deep blues. Medium shades can happen between 3-5 dips. A one hour session will likely allow for 5 dips.
