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Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
204 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Description
When it comes to yarn, fiber lovers know that spinning and dying go hand in hand. Yet many books on the yarn craft cover only one topic or the other. In Spinning and Dyeing Yarn, fiber artist Ashley Martineau covers both subjects with rich, illustrative detail and step-by-step tutorials. Simply put, this book a must have for fiber enthusiasts of all levels.
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
vi, 263 pages ; 26 cm
Description
Liven up a set of pillowcases with the dappled pinks and purples of avocado pits, bring a wool scarf to life with the brilliant red of madder root, and create a unique radial pattern on a leather bag using ancient Japanese techniques and dye made from purple plum branch. The potential for discovering amazing color surrounds us every day; from inky blues to neon chartreuses, and everything in between. But usually these hues are hidden inside the stem...
7) Handspinning
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2007
Physical Desc
208 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Description
This visual guide shows you the basics, beginning with the tools and fibers, and takes you through spinning, plying, making novelty yarns, using exotic fibers, dyeing, and more. Whether you use an inexpensive hand spindle or splurge on a spinning wheel, stick with wool or try alpaca, cashmere, or cotton, you'll learn how to create fun, original, one-of-a-kind yarns that you can knit or weave into truly unique, handmade, and all-natural creations....
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