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The Modern Natural Dyer Book
The Modern Natural Dyer Book
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The Modern Natural Dyer, a Comprehensive Guide to Dyeing Silk, Wool, Linen, and Cotton at Home.
Kristine Vejar’s The Modern Natural Dyer is a comprehensive guide to dyeing silk, wool, linen, and cotton at home.
“A terrific primer for anyone new to the technique. Kristine walks you through the ins and outs of the process.” —Magnolia Network, formerly DIY Network
Thousands of natural materials can produce glorious color—the insect cochineal 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 yarn, fabric, and finished goods at home with foraged and garden-raised dyestuffs as well as with convenient natural dye extracts.
With stunning photography of the dyes themselves, the dyeing process, and 20 projects for home and wardrobe (some to knit, some to sew, and some just a matter of submerging a finished piece in a prepared bath) by Sara Remington, The Modern Natural Dyer is a complete resource for aspiring and experienced dye artisans. Projects include:
If you want to add your own color to your next project, then you, too, want to be a modern dyer!
“A terrific primer for anyone new to the technique. Kristine walks you through the ins and outs of the process.” —Magnolia Network, formerly DIY Network
Thousands of natural materials can produce glorious color—the insect cochineal 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 yarn, fabric, and finished goods at home with foraged and garden-raised dyestuffs as well as with convenient natural dye extracts.
With stunning photography of the dyes themselves, the dyeing process, and 20 projects for home and wardrobe (some to knit, some to sew, and some just a matter of submerging a finished piece in a prepared bath) by Sara Remington, The Modern Natural Dyer is a complete resource for aspiring and experienced dye artisans. Projects include:
- Mama’s Little Teacup Onesie
- Field and Forest Dress
- Firecracker Slip
- Northwoods Hat
- Wanderlust Bags
- Sandstone Shawl
- Berry Patch Necklace
- Sock Hop! Cotton Socks
- Alfresco Table Linens
- Waves Bandana
- Northern Lights Scarf
- And more!
If you want to add your own color to your next project, then you, too, want to be a modern dyer!
Language: English
Hardcover: 192 pages
Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.95 x 9.5 inches
Hardcover: 192 pages
Item Weight: 2.31 pounds
Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.95 x 9.5 inches
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