Description
Book SynopsisA complete 'How to' guide to obtaining a wide range of colours from natural dyes. This book is part of the popular Textile Handbook series and is a complete 'how to' guide to obtaining a wide range of colours from natural dyes, suitable for beginners or more experienced textile artists. The dyeing can be done in your home or classroom with plants from your garden or bought in your local store. It is a comparatively cheap process that will also satisfy your desire to use 'green' methods in your work. As well as dyeing wool for weaving,
Natural Dyes also covers dyeing yarns for embroidery. The book is filled with step-by-step sequences, useful tips and the author's own work to show you the amazing variety of colours that can be achieved by using natural materials. This is a comprehensive guide to using natural dyes, providing inspiration to all who want to explore the use of these dyes in imaginative ways.
Trade ReviewA practical and thorough guide on how to obtain colour directly from natural dyes * Embroidery Nov/Dec 2007 *
This comprehensive guide will be an inspiration to anyone who wants to explore natural dyes to create imaginative works. * Fabrications *
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction A brief historical context The start of a personal journey Why use natural dyes?
1. Requirements for Dyeing Equipment Fibres Dyestuffs Mordants
2. The Dyeing Process The ‘standard procedure’ Mordanting cotton Working with vat dyes
3. Health and Safety 4. Sample Boards 5. Gallery Conclusion Glossary Bibliography List of suppliers Index
