The modern natural dyer : a comprehensive guide to dyeing silk, wool, linen, and cotton at home

The modern natural dyer A comprehensive guide to dyeing silk, wool, linen, and cotton at home

Kristine Vejar

Book - 2015

Thousands of natural materials can produce glorious colour--the cochineal insect 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 at home with foraged and garden-raised dyestuffs as well as with natural dye extracts. Demystifying the "magic," Vejar explains in straightforward, easy-to-follow detail how to produce consistent, long-lasting colour. With stunning photography of the dyes themselves, the dyeing process, and 20 projects for home and wardrobe, The Modern Natural Dyer is a complete resource for aspiring and experienced dye artisans.

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Subjects
Dyes and dyeing > Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Dyes and dyeing.
Dyes and dyeing, Domestic.
Textile crafts.
Sewing.
Handicraft.
Handbooks and manuals.
Genres
Handbooks and manuals
Published
New York : STC Craft 2015.
Language
English
Main Author
Kristine Vejar (author)
Other Authors
Sara Remington (photographer)
Item Description
"A Melanie Falick Book."
Physical Description
192 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 189) and index.
ISBN
9781617691751
  • 1. Dyes from nature
  • 2. Choosing fiber
  • 3. Dyeing 101
  • 4. Dyeing with whole dyestuffs: Mama's little teacup onesie ; Flowers at my fingertips sewing kit ; Field and forest dress ; Firecracker slip
  • 5. Dyeing with extracts: Northwoods hat ; Wanderlust bags ; Sandstone shawl ; Berry patch necklace ; Sock Hop! cotton socks ; Iron age tank and gilded cardigan ; Alfresco table linens ; Confetti cowl
  • Dyeing with indigo: Blue skies tote ; Indigo wedge cardigan ; Northern lights scarf
  • Surface designs : Windswept top ; Waves bandana ; Beach house pillow ; Fishbone dress ; Snapshot quilt.
Review by Library Journal Review

As homemade goods become increasingly sought after, more devotees are eager to expand their skills. Making and using natural dyes produces beautiful results. In her first book, Vejar, a professional dyer and owner of A Verb for Keeping Warm, a California-based yarn store and dye studio, pulls from her considerable expertise. Natural materials and their properties are clearly explained, followed by types of fibers that are best used. The basics of dyeing with natural dyes are covered through step-by-step instructions, lists of needed materials, and site preparation. Projects include knitted hats, scarves, sweaters, socks, and sewn clothing, pillows, quilts, and more. Beautiful illustrations are well placed, but the dyeing process is complex, so this isn't for simple weekend crafting. VERDICT Vejar's lovely book is very sophisticated and detailed, and crafters who are willing to commit will find what they need here. Similar to Rebecca Burgess's Harvesting Color, which also focuses on harvesting and using natural dye sources. © Copyright 2016. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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