Offers step-by-step sequences that explain techniques for collecting and preparing your own dyestuffs, colour matching, and methods both solid and semi-solid dyeing. Whether you are a quilter wishing to give your projects an edge or a knitting casting around for that perfect colour of yarn, this book provides you with natural dyeing techniques.
Offers step-by-step sequences that explain techniques for collecting and preparing your own dyestuffs, colour matching, and methods both solid and semi-solid dyeing. Whether you are a quilter wishing to give your projects an edge or a knitting casting around for that perfect colour of yarn, this book provides you with natural dyeing techniques.
Prelims Introduction The Basics Fixing the Colors (Mordanting) Calculating amounts Collecting your own dyestuffs Dyeing techniques Recipes and results Mixing dyebaths Resources and glossary Index and credits