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The Complete Guide to Natural Dyeing
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Product Description
Exploring natural and foolproof dyeing techniques—to coincide with the high demand for organic and rustic approaches to fiber arts—this colorful guide expertly utilizes the many modern and traditional methods intrinsic to creating beautiful fibers. Demonstrating that the use of natural dyes to create fabric, yarn, or fiber can be simple, eco-friendly, and surprisingly affordable, this thoughtful instructional is ideal for quilters looking to give their projects an edge, spinners searching for an eco twist, and knitters on a quest for that perfect color of yarn—all of whom will learn how different natural dyes will affect the colors obtained on various mediums and how to mix dye baths for unique results. Including comprehensive lists for measuring, weighing, and dyeing; step-by-step sequences to simply and concisely explain techniques for collecting and preparing dyestuff; and methods for both solid and semisolid dyeing, this quintessential dyeing manual provides novices and seasoned artists alike with plenty of thoughtful inspiration to get creative the natural way.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #518072 in Books
- Brand: Interweave Press
- Published on: 2010-03-01
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: .50" h x 8.40" w x 9.90" l, 1.20 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 144 pages
Features
- IP-81811
- 9781596681811
- Brand New Item / Unopened Product
- Interweave Press
Editorial Reviews
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"A great source for anyone looking to learn how to use natural materials in their dyeing." About.com Guide to Knitting
"Filled with straight-forward instructions, great illustrations and oh, so many pretty pictures of colors . . . this book makes me think that I MIGHT . . . and considering that I’ve never been interested in dyeing before. That says a lot." KnittingScholar.com
"Practically the natural dyeing class I took in book form . . . I would have bought this book just for the juicy photography." Knitty.com
"If you ever wanted to dye your own yarns at home, here's the book you've been waiting for! It doesn't just cover the dyeing of yarn but also talks about dyeing fabric and fibres. However, there's a lot of crossover technique-wise, so there's plenty of valuable information for the keen knitter to pick up." Knit Today
About the Author
Eva Lambert is a fiber artist and the owner of the Shilashair shop in the UK. She has also done historical dyeing for the Victoria and Albert Millennium Exhibition. Tracy Kendall has worked in the textiles department of the Royal College of Art for many years. She also designs her own range of innovative wallpapers and works with leading fashion on dyeing projects. She is the author of The Fabric & Yarn Dyer's Handbook.
