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Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"Artist and quiltmaker Sara Buscaglia invites readers to her Colorado farm to learn the secrets--and beauty--of making natural dyes and stitching natural-fiber heirloom quilts by hand Learn to dye cellulose fabric and hand-stitch quilts with founder Sara Buscaglia's beautiful esthetic, informed by the extraordinary landscape surrounding her farm. Her creative practice centers on simplicity, working with nature, and using naturally derived materials...
Author
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Hand Dyed is a modern introduction to indigo and fiber-reactive dye that every crafter should have. Exploring traditional techniques like shibori and offering a fresh take on tie-dye, this comprehensive how-to guide provides everything you need to know to create more than twenty-five masterpieces for the home and wardrobe that you will want to wear, live with, and, most important, make by hand. --
Author
Publisher
Search Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"This gorgeous book will show you how to create breathtaking works of wall art and statement home decor -- all made using simple knots, natural dyes and 100% recycled materials. Start by learning 21 key knots, all shown clearly using step-by-step photography. Learn how to use natural materials to dye your yarn, as well as how to store your dyed yarn until you are ready to use it. Key safety advice is given here, as well as helpful tips for working...
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Language
English
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Thousands of natural materials can produce glorious colour--the cochineal insect produces pink, maroon and purple, and more than 500 species of plants produce indigo blue. Now, in The Modern Natural Dyer, expert Kristine Vejar shares the most user-friendly techniques for dyeing at home with foraged and garden-raised dyestuffs as well as with natural dye extracts. Demystifying the "magic," Vejar explains in straightforward, easy-to-follow detail how...
Author
Publisher
C & T
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Get info on all of the basics you need to dye fabric, including necessary tools, the best dyes, precautions, and more -- all in one handy reference tool! Dyeing expert Linda Johansen offers a full overview, including special tips for tricky colors. The compact size is perfect to take along to a class or to the fabric store, and the wire-o binding will allow the guide to lay flat for easy reference." -- Amazon.