Written by expert shibori teacher Jane Callender, this beautiful, practical book is packed with both traditional and inventive stitch-resist techniques, a complete dyeing guide and an inspirational gallery of Jane's work.
In this comprehensive, generously illustrated handbook, textile artist and teacher Nancy Belfer leads readers step by step through the technique required to successfully create imaginative and beautiful batiks and tie-dyed textiles.
Live sustainably with style - grow fruits and vegetables, cook them, create natural dyes, then make your own clothes with five full-size pattern sheets.
Beautiful pictures of wonderful dyed fabrics used in a variety of designs accompany detailed advice on the materials required, preparing the fabric and the dyeing methods.
Whether you're looking to refresh, transform or personalise your clothing, soft furnishings or fabric accessories, or to dye fabric so that you can create brand-new items, this book has you covered.
A Heritage of Colour explores the techniques that can be used to create a wealth of colours from 50 plants, including many that have been in constant use as dyes for over 2000 years.
First published in1906, this book contains a classic guide to textiles, dealing specifically with various different fabrics and how they should be prepared and dyed.
Learn how to create beautiful mehendi designs using an entirely-natural, simple paste made from the leaves of the henna plant with this step-by-step guide.
Learn how to create beautiful mehendi designs using an entirely-natural, simple paste made from the leaves of the henna plant with this step-by-step guide.
CREATIVE DESIGNS FOR ONE-OF-A-KIND, COLORFUL PROJECTS USING VERSATILE AND AFFORDABLE ALCOHOL INKSWith alcohol inks, you can add a dazzling design to just about anything.
