Botanical Printing on Paper Workshop – Leaves of Auchencraw at Eat Sleep Ride

Free Botanical Printing Workshop

With Leaves of Auchencraw – Saturday 4th July

Eat Sleep Ride is delighted to welcome Sarah from Leaves of Auchencraw to the site for a special free botanical printing workshop exploring creativity through nature, plants and traditional craft techniques.

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the beautiful process of botanical printing, where leaves and natural materials are used to transfer patterns and colour onto paper. Each print created is completely unique, reflecting the natural shapes, pigments and textures found in the plants used.

Participants will work in small groups of 4–6 people, allowing everyone time to learn the process and experiment with different leaves and materials. Each group will spend approximately 90 minutes preparing their paper and arranging the plant materials before the prints are placed into natural dye baths.

The paper will remain in the dye pots for around one hour, allowing the colours and patterns to develop fully. During this time participants are welcome to explore the Eat Sleep Ride site, spend time in nature, and visit the horses before returning to reveal their finished prints.

This relaxed workshop is suitable for young people, families and community participants, and no previous experience is needed. The focus is on creativity, connection with nature and learning a traditional craft in a welcoming outdoor setting.

Sessions will run throughout the day starting from 10:00am, with new groups beginning approximately every two hours.

Participants will also be provided with lunch during the day, making this a relaxed and enjoyable creative experience for everyone attending.

This event is free to attend thanks to funding support from YouthLink Scotland, helping us provide creative and nature-based opportunities for young people and families in our community.

Event Details

Date: Saturday 4th July
Location: Eat Sleep Ride, Quarry Farm, Lamberton, TD15 1XB
Cost: Free
Group Size: 4–6 participants per session
Lunch: Provided
Families: Welcome

Booking & Enquiries

Places are limited due to the small group sizes.

To enquire or reserve a place please contact:
📧 danielle@eatsleeprides.org