Seasonal Plant Dyes

Download or read book Seasonal Plant Dyes written by Alicia Hall and published by White Owl. This book was released on 2020 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautifully illustrated book takes you on a botanical journey through the year, showing you how to create colourful and environmentally friendly plant dyes. You'll learn sustainable methods of growing and harvesting plants; the tools and techniques required to extract dye; which fabrics and yarns to choose; and the simple method of using soya milk as a fixative, to ensure rich and long-lasting colours. The book includes easy-to-follow tutorials explaining how to make four stunning pieces using seasonal plant dyes: a linen cushion cover, embroidered picnic blanket, hot water bottle cosy, and quilt.