Wild Colour: Sources, Methods and Applications of Natural Dyeing
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| Rating | : | 4.37 (551 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1840000848 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-04 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"A good book to introduce a person to dying fabrics and yarn with natural dyes." according to Barbara. This book is well written, and the author includes a wealth of information on the subject of natural dyes and their uses.
The section on dyeing techniques shows how to prepare and dye fibres, how to use other substances to alter the colours and how to ensure colour fastness. A guide to growing and using plants to make dyes. The section on dye plants examines over 60 dye plants that produce an exciting range of colours, and gives advice on growing, harvesting and storage of the dyestuffs obtained. The introduction discusses the traditional use of plants and other natural sources in dyemaking, as well as types of dyes and their uses. Colour swatches reveal the main colours that can be obtained from each plant.