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Before ordering, please prepare your order as much as possible, with payment method, colour, product codes and questions ready at hand. We don't mind picking up the charges for the call but respecting our time will be much appreciated.

Email: As more than half our customers have already discovered, email is becoming the most efficient way to order, especially if you are have ordered from us previously. Do not submit credit card information by email on your first order. Please call us or we shall call you for it if it isn't in our files.

order@gsdye.com

Phone or Facsimile: These are other popular methods to send orders in. Like email, facsimile provides us a clear written description of your order (minimize errors) and is a safe method of submitting credit card numbers. Of course you can always call toll free to us. See below for all the contact information.

1-800-596-0550

Workshops

We've planned a very exciting workshop season. I've revamped many of the classes by lowering the minimum and maximum students allowed in each class. I've re-vamped the course structure, by providing more detail, better handouts and more hands on practice. All classes are at our Markham location (pick up and drop off at the Toronto store can be arranged) on Saturdays (Sunday also for the Kaleidoscope class) between 10-4 and all materials are included. Prepayment is required and we recommend enrolling at least a month in advance.

Kaleidoscope Session

Dates: Feb 26&27, May 27&28

The most exciting new addition is our "Kaleidoscope Session". This two day course allows everyone to experience all our usual techniques in a condensed but thorough lesson. We shall be covering, silk painting, marbling, screen printing, batik and dyeing fabrics. We shall hold two sessions. One in mid February and the other in mid May. Both on a Saturday and Sunday. The course will be $175 + tax and will include all materials. There will be some prep work but we shall discuss it closer to the day of the class and also when you register.

Advanced Silk Painting

Dates: March 25, June 17

Taught by Rita Lange of Capagnaro Designs. Students carry on with more advanced techniques. Much of the lesson involves helping students improve blending, lighting effects and textured effects. Also covered are free form painting and avoiding resist / gutta while still creating definite images. Using bees wax is also taught. The second half of the class is individually tailored to each student's level. Rita will answer specific questions on a one-to-one basis. Although each student will complete many samples in the class the purpose of this workshop is to stress new techniques and improve old ones. Price is $75 + tax - all-inclusive (we still recommend bringing your own brushes).

Silk Painting

Dates: January 15, March 11, April 29, June 10.

This course has been revamped quite a bit over the past year. I've experimented with the format the past few courses I've taught and it's evolved into a much more hands on experience and rewarding day. The course covers all the basics with silk painting. We learn about setting up your painting area, the dyes, the 'new' paints, the resist/gutta and the types of silk. The techniques covered are salt, resist/gutta, free form and blending. The price includes all materials and students will finish the day completing a silk scarf and multiple samples. Price is $40 + tax.

Marbling

Dates: Feb 19, April 8

With the recent release of Creative Marbling by Judy Simmons, there has been a mini revival in this ancient art form. This class appeals to absolute beginners and seasoned marblers. Marbling is messy, what better way to enjoy this than at our place. Students will finish many samples along with a silk scarf. Students have access to a large tray (54"L x 38" W). Price is $55.00 + tax.

Dyeing Fabrics for Quilting

Dates: Jan 29, May 13

Hands on dyeing courses for quilters. Learn the proper use of dyes for all types of fabrics and yarns; washes, blends, solid colours, gradations, and many other techniques to create one-of-a-kind patterns on fabrics. Students will complete 2 colour wheels, 2 colours of gradations and a few free style texturing (about 5-6 yds of cotton in total). Price is $75 + tax

Screen Printing

This is a private workshop for up to three students. At the end of the workshop, students finish printing original designs and will know enough to be able to start their own printing business. We cover many stencil preparation techniques (manual, photocopy and computer). Please call for more details/prices and to book an available day.

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