Leaf and Colour: Eco-printing and natural dyeing with soy milk binder - Paperback
Leaf and Colour: Eco-printing and natural dyeing with soy milk binder - Paperback
Description
by Louise Upshall (Author)
Be inspired by the plants around you and discover their unique colours.
This book is a practical guide to eco-printing and natural dyeing on cotton and other plant based fibres. With a focus on natural materials and simple methods, it is easy to get started or to deepen your existing dyeing practice.
Learn how to:
- choose fabric and prepare it with soy milk binder
- choose and gather dyestuff
- make dye baths from leaves, flowers and bark
- produce even and patterned dye effects
- create clear and detailed eco-prints
- and combine the techniques to create unique garments with leaf prints and sections of solid dye
LOUISE UPSHALL is an artist and dyer with a special interest in eco-printing on cotton. Under the label Gumnut Magic, she writes, teaches and sells a range of naturally dyed clothing and fabric.
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