Leaf and Colour - Louise Upshall

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Résumé :
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.