A wide variety of fungal species can be used to dye wool and other fibers.
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A range of colors can be produced by varying the methods of dye extraction, choice of mordant used to enhance binding of dye to fiber, and preparation of the material to be dyed. Dying demonstration will take place much of the day, and there will be an opportunity to purchase and dye your own small silk hanky.
Liz Vermillion is a Bay Area herbalist and forager who found an interest in mycology while attending a foraging class. She uses mushrooms as dye, to cook with, inspiration for air dry clay sculptures and for medicinal/skincare use. She also teaches workshops at fungus fairs and leads forays and has become a board member of three Mycological Societies, and is Secretary of Bay Area Applied Mycology.
Liz Vermillion creates whimsical products from things she's found in the woods or grown at home, they are available at Liz's Cottage.
The Mycological Society of San Francisco has been hosting 1 or 2 Fungus Fairs each year since 1969. Fairs have been held in San Francisco County, Alameda County, San Mateo County, and Marin County. Historical information is available about previous Fungus Fairs: