KENNEBUNKPORT WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Ink, Spiral, Repeat: Tie‑Dye at Camp Nonantum
A one‑hour, hands‑on workshop at Camp Nonantum in Kennebunkport where guests create a wearable, one-of-a-kind tie‑dye shirt—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Ink, Spiral, Repeat: Tie‑Dye at Camp Nonantum.
Few things say summer like a messy, colorful tie‑dye session. At Camp Nonantum in Kennebunkport, this one‑hour workshop walks participants through classic folding, twisting and dyeing techniques so each guest leaves with a unique Camp Nonantum t‑shirt and a tangible reminder of time spent making something by hand.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands‑on, one‑hour creative session
This is a focused, one‑hour, instructor‑led session where classic folding, twisting and dye application techniques are demonstrated and practiced so every participant can craft a vibrant, individual shirt.
A wearable souvenir
Participants leave with a one‑of‑a‑kind Camp Nonantum t‑shirt—no two designs are the same—and a colorful memento of the experience.
Small, social sessions
Sessions are limited in size, encouraging a lively, communal atmosphere as guests trade ideas and patterns while working on their shirts.
What the day feels like
What the hour feels like
The session moves briskly: an introduction to folding and twisting, hands‑on dye application, and the finishing steps to set the color. It’s tactile and a little messy in the best way—participants experiment with bold spirals or subtler palettes and walk away with a finished shirt they made themselves.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits—and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop runs approximately one hour.
All supplies are provided by the operator.
The activity is offered for an additional fee; because materials and popularity drive demand, advanced registration is encouraged and space is limited.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Tie Dye session?
The workshop lasts one hour.
Who can participate?
The activity is offered for all ages.
Are supplies included?
Yes—everything needed for the session is provided.
Is there a cost to join?
Tie Dye is offered for an additional fee due to the cost of materials and its popularity.
How many people are in each session?
Space is limited to 15 guests per session.
Will I get to take the shirt I make home?
Yes—participants leave with a one‑of‑a‑kind Camp Nonantum t‑shirt.