Helping Fiber Artists Create with Confidence
Whether you’re spinning, dyeing, or exploring color, you’ll gain the understanding and confidence to make intentional decisions and create more consistent results.
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Color Alchemy Masterclass
Gain confidence in color through practical systems for dyeing, color matching, recipe organization, and creating repeatable results.
Learn how to spin fiber & dye yarn
Online recorded and live workshops, in person workshops, lectures and more
Color matching with acid dyes
Precision Color Matching
Dye Formulas and System
Custom workshops & mentoring
Let me tailor a special workshop for your guild, help you develop a color palette collection for your indie dyer business, or guide you through a project one-on-one.
Fiber Artist, Master Spinner, Expert Instructor, Author
and Color Alchemist
Hello, I’m Alanna Wilcox and I’m here to help you learn solid yarn spinning and dyeing foundational skills, advanced application techniques, and to foster confidence and creativity in your craft.
Within my content you will find:
- Exercises that develop mastery of technical approaches
- Creativity challenges that encourage imaginative thinking
- Idea exploration and explanations using a fun and playful approach
I’ll show you how to create the projects and colors you envision with ease.
And the best part?
You’ll find that after you work with me, you’ll enjoy your creation time even more.
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Learn how to masterfully spin yarn with on-demand workshops
Over 15 online & on-demand workshops allow you to pick and choose the topics that you’re most interested in, all from the comfort of your home.
Skills & techniques:
Improve your craftsmanship with workshops on fiber preparation, drafting and spinning styles, plying, understanding twist and more.
Project oriented:
Learn how to approach spinning yarn with a project in mind, and how to get fabulous intentional results.
Artistry:
Expand your creativity and knowledge of color in these thought provoking and color inspired workshops.
Precise Color Matching & Dyeing
Have you tried to match a color with acid dyes but struggle to do so consistently?
You can easily achieve consistent & accurate color matches using my Color Matching Dye Formulas.
Step 1:
Select a color
Step 2:
Order the dye formula
Step 3:
Get dye results like this quickly
Here’s what other dyers had to say about using my formulas:
Isabelle requested a formula to match the green square above. After receiving the formula, she dyed up this yarn for a sweater she wanted to knit.
Sensational
Works every time!
Amanda requested a formula to match the chartreuse yellow above. After receiving the formula, she dyed up this yarn to match a pair of biker shorts for a color matching wardrobe.
Learn how to go from color inspiration to color application in my
Color Alchemy Masterclass
Do you want to advance your understanding and knowledge about color? Then you’re in the right place!
Wouldn’t it be great to:
– master color theory beyond yellow + blue = green?
– eliminate trial and error testing for predictable and consistently repeatable colors?
– learn creative approaches and techniques that go beyond YouTube tutorials?
After you complete my Color Alchemy Masterclass, you will have a new found perspective on how to approach working with color and fiber like you’ve never experienced before.
Upon enrollment, you’ll receive a copy of my latest book, “Color Alchemy: From Digital to Dye”.
With it, we’ll go chapter by chapter referencing it throughout the course.
Creative guidance for guilds, groups,
or just for you!
Ignite your creativity, build confidence and revolutionize the way you approach and think about spinning yarn through tailored workshops, mentoring, lectures, and collaborations.
Fiber Enthusiasts
Private instruction for individuals looking for guidance on projects & skill development
Guilds & Groups
In person and virtual workshops, lectures, and demonstrations.
Indie Dyers
Consultation packages available for indie dyers, designers & fiber art related professions.
Fiber Industry Collaborators
Shepherds, indie dyers, yarn store owners, & fiber artists looking for ways to build community through collaborations
Struggling with color in your handspun yarns?
If your spinning results don’t match your color vision, then it’s time for a new approach. A New Spin On Color offers clear, step-by-step guidance on mastering color in spinning, transforming frustration into creativity and confidence.
Discover over 20 techniques to control color outcomes in your yarns. See the difference in both skeins and swatches, and envision your success with ease.
Ready to spin with intention?
Looking to connect? We’ve got you covered!
Even though I’m the lead instructor and creative force behind this operation, Glenn is our brand ambassador and resident goofball.
Together, we aim to bring the joy of creation, vibrant color, and a touch of humor to fellow fiber artists and enthusiasts.
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