Take a short ferry to Lamma Island and learn eco-printing from local designer Stella Cheng. In three hours you’ll craft two naturally dyed silk scarves using leaf contact and transfer techniques.
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A short ferry ride cuts you loose from Central and the village of Yung Shue Wan unfolds — low roofs, a scattering of boats, and an artist’s studio smelling faintly of wet silk and vinegar. Sit at a communal table under papered light and watch Stella Cheng demonstrate how leaves and petals become stencils; the garden’s foliage dares your fingers to press and coax color from nature.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels — mainly seated handwork with light standing and short walks.
Wildlife
History
Lamma Island grew as a network of fishing villages and small farms; the island retained a slower coastal culture that favors artisanal crafts and food stalls.
Conservation
The workshop emphasizes plant-based dyes and low-impact methods; visitors are encouraged to avoid chemical pigments and to dispose of rinse water responsibly.
Reserve your spot on the Eco Printing & Natural Dyeing Technique today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Take the ferry from Central Pier No.4
Schedules vary—check the Hong Kong ferry timetable and allow extra time for boarding at Central and returning from Yung Shue Wan.
Wear clothing you don’t mind staining
Natural dyes can still mark fabrics—bring a cover layer or wear older clothes while printing.
Use the waiting time well
You’ll have about 1.5 hours while dyes set—explore the village, grab seafood, or photograph the shoreline.
Bring sun protection for short walks
The studio is near the pier and some outdoor work is possible—bring sunscreen and a hat during summer.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects you during the short walk from pier to studio and outdoor steps between dye stages.
summer
Old shirt or apron
Covers clothes during printing—natural dyes can still leave marks.
Small notebook and pen
Useful for jotting dye recipes, leaf IDs, and pattern ideas demonstrated by the instructor.
Compact camera or phone
Capture detailed prints and color stages for later reference.