Dine Weaving & Dyeing
Presentations, Demonstrations & Workshops
Consultation
"Shimasani Quality"
Hear Mark H. Deschinny's unique and intriguing view of the fine art of Dine Weaving. A one hour presentation on the tradition, culture, history and evolution of weaving among the Dine. Presentation includes different weaving techniques, designs and an emphasis on dyes.
"What is Traditional Navajo Weaving?"
Mark H. Deschinny talks about the evolution of the stories and interpretation of "traditional" weaving among the Navajo.
"Dine Weaving and It's Different Faces"
Mark H. Deschinny gives an introspective look at Dine Weaving from it's inception to present day in the forms of commercial weaving, artistic weaving and traditional weaving.
"Dine Dyes: The Art of Natural Colorants"
Learn different applications of Dine dyes on different fibers and skins; Learn to wash, card and spin wool into yarn; Pick and identify plants for dyeing; Learn about mordants; Learn about plant preparation; Dye many colors of yarn using Dine techniques; Learn about the conservation of plants; Keep samples of dyed fiber and recipe;
"Dine Weaving for K-12 Students"
Learn about the origins of weaving among the Dine. Talk about the history of Navajo weaving. Talk about the eight steps of Navajo weaving. Talk about the introduction of sheep into the Navajo society. Talk about Dine Dyes and their origins. No Kool-Aid, onion skins, batteries, etc... Only local plants, local minerals, plain water, pots/pans and grandma's teachings are used.
Mark H. Deschinny demonstrates the many dye techniques Dine have passed onto generation to generation. Learn about the development of dyes among the Dine. Learn about the evolution of dye tools used by the Dine from pre-European to present day. Learn about the different plants, minerals and materials used. Learn different applications of Dine dyes on different fibers and skins; Learn about mordant dyes; Learn about plant preparation; Dye many colors of yarn using Dine techniques; Mr. Deschinny stresses traditional values throughout the demonstration and encourages participation such as washing, carding, grinding, stirring and rinsing. All dyes presented are safe for children.
Mark H. Deschinny teaches the many dye techniques Dine have passed onto generation to generation using hands-on techniques. Learn about the development of dyes among the Dine. Learn about the evolution of dye tools used by the Dine from pre-European to present day. Learn about the different plants, minerals and materials used. Learn different applications of Dine dyes on different fibers and skins; Learn about mordant dyes; Learn about plant preparation; Dye many colors of yarn using Dine techniques; Mr. Deschinny stresses traditional values throughout the workshop.
Natural Colorants of the Dine
Designs & Techniques of the Dine
History of Weaving & Dyeing of the Dine
Culture of Weaving & Dyeing of the Dine
Markets of Dine Weaving
(505) 979-6379
P.O. Box 4677
Window Rock, AZ 86515
[email protected]