Serious Skills Series: Leaf Pounding Class

Leaf Pounding Class Serious Skills Series: Leaf pounding is a simple, stunning technique, historically used by Native American women to decorate fabric. Pounding with a rock or a hammer transfers the natural dyes of a leaf to fabric while retaining the design of the original leaf. In this class, join DeSoto State Park Naturalist Brittney Hughes on a quick walk to ID leaves that can be used for leaf pounding, then get a chance to unleash your creativity to make a beautiful and unique piece of fabric to take home. Participants can also bring their own fabric like t-shirts, handkerchiefs, pillowcases, etc. as long as it is 100% cotton. This class is for ages 8 to adult. DeSoto State Park Picnic Area Across Road from Country Store. $10.00 -includes all supplies. Class space is limited, pre-registration is required for attendance in this class. Pre-register HERE
This class will be held outside under a covered pavilion, be prepared for whatever weather conditions are present. For any questions, email Brittney.Hughes@dcnr.alabama.gov