Yarn From Wild Nettles
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Yarn From Wild Nettles
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Author : Birte Ford
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-08
Yarn From Wild Nettles written by Birte Ford and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Yarn From Wild Nettles
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Author : Birte Ford
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2014-04-02
Yarn From Wild Nettles written by Birte Ford and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-04-02 with Nettles categories.
Birte Ford began experimenting with nettles in the 1990s when she moved to Scotland. In her quest to find the simplest way to get spinnable fibres from nettles, she has experimented with dew and water retting, the two traditional methods for retting flax and hemp. While both these methods work well for nettles, Birte found a simpler method for a cold northern European climate, which she termed root retting. This book is about her work with wild nettles and her results.
Wild Textiles
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Author : Alice Fox
language : en
Publisher: Batsford Books
Release Date : 2022-09-01
Wild Textiles written by Alice Fox and has been published by Batsford Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-01 with Design categories.
A guide to harnessing the world of nature to create sustainable textile art. Textile artist Alice Fox shows how to work with found, foraged, gathered and grown materials to create fabulous textile pieces that are inspired by, and made from, nature. She encourages crafters to be open minded and experimental, using local (and sometimes) unconventional materials, working with the seasons and learning what materials are available at different times of year to ground artists in natural cycles and integrate creative activity with a strong sense of place and character. Alongside advice on growing your own plants (such as flax or nettles) for creative work, the book is packed with practical ideas for foraging – from weeds, dandelions and other plants useful for making cordage, or leaves that can be stitched, quilted and shaped into vessels, to grass, wool, plastics and mud that can be gathered and delightfully repurposed by the textile artist. Other ideas for found materials include stones, shells and wood that can be wrapped or woven into, as well as a multitude of urban treasures that find a new life in creative hands.
Homegrown Flax And Cotton
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Author : Cindy Conner
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2023-07-01
Homegrown Flax And Cotton written by Cindy Conner and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-01 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Grow your own sustainable clothes! From seed to shirt, Cindy Conner shows you how to plant, grow, harvest, process, spin, and weave cotton and flax into cloth from which you can sew your own clothes. And since cotton and flax are made from plants, when your clothes' usefulness has passed they can also return to the environment without causing harm--a truly renewable and sustainable option for clothing. Whether you live in colder climates where flax can thrive, or warmer climates where cotton does best, there is a sustainable option (or two, if you live in the temperate zone) for you. And it takes much less space than you would think; a backyard garden will do! This complete guide includes in-depth instructions on growing and harvesting, preparing the fiber for spinning, the spinning process for each fiber; the basics of weaving cloth; and suggestions on patterns and how to weave the pieces you need for clothing, and how to sew your woven pieces together. Cindy has been growing her own clothes for years and teaches the process in classes, so she includes all of her knowledge on potential pitfalls and how to avoid them in her thorough instructions on each phase. You can grow your own flax and cotton and make clothes to your own style preferences. It's time to take the next step in sustainable living and make your own clothes in breathable and comfortable natural cotton and flax grown in your own backyard!
Bast And Other Plant Fibres
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Author : R R Franck
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2005-03-28
Bast And Other Plant Fibres written by R R Franck and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-03-28 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Bast and Other Plant Fibres, a title in Woodhead Publishing’s series on fibres published in association with The Textile Institute, UK, is the first book in over 50 years to cover the most interesting plant fibres and those with high annual production. Bast fibres have many textile applications, with natural fibre composites being the fastest growing due to the combination of their relatively low cost and excellent technical characteristics. Following the editor’s introductory chapter, which includes a comprehensive set of tables comparing the physical and chemical characteristics of the fibres, Chapter 2 discusses jute while Chapters 3 and 4 cover flax and hemp. Subsequent chapters are devoted to ramie, sisal, coir and abaca. Chapter 9 brings together information on minor fibres that may deserve greater interest on the part of international markets, while Chapter 10 is dedicated to the use of bast and leaf fibres in composites. Information is included on production and processing, physical and chemical properties, and on economic, environmental, and health and safety considerations. This book is an essential reference to academics and researchers in agriculture and horticulture as well as those working in textiles, apparel and industrial design, and textile testing and forensic science laboratories. It will also be invaluable to those working in government departments such as agriculture or trade and industry. Essential discussion on chemical and physical properties of individual natural fibres Looks at environmental advantages of bast fibres over synthetic fibres First book of its kind in over 50 years
Botanical Inks
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Author : Babs Behan
language : en
Publisher: Hardie Grant Publishing
Release Date : 2018-05-31
Botanical Inks written by Babs Behan and has been published by Hardie Grant Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-31 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Learn how to transform foraged wild plants, plants, garden produce and recycled food into dyes and inks with Botanical Inks. The book shows you how to extract environmentally sustainable colour from the landscape and use it to create natural dyes for textiles, clothing, paper and other materials. Botanical Inks covers dyeing and surface application techniques, including bundle dyeing, Shibori tie-dyeing, hapazome, indigo sugar vat dyeing, wood-block printing, screen printing and more. And it also shows you how to turn your new inks, dyes and technique knowledge into wonderful projects, from a simple bundle-dyed a scarf to a block-printed tote bag. The process of turning plants into print can help you reconnect with nature, find a creative outlet and develop a mindful sense of presence. It also promotes an awareness of sustainable practices and how to reduce our impact on the planet.
A Weaver S Garden
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Author : Rita Buchanan
language : en
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Release Date : 2012-07-03
A Weaver S Garden written by Rita Buchanan and has been published by Courier Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-03 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Valuable hints on dyeing fibers and fabrics, soap plants to use for cleaning textiles, fragrant plants to scent and protect fabrics; planning and creating a garden featuring cotton, flax, indigo, and much more.
Weaving
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Author : Ann Richards
language : en
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Release Date : 2021-09-27
Weaving written by Ann Richards and has been published by The Crowood Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-27 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Weaving: Structure and Substance looks at weave design from several different perspectives, showing how resources, ideas and practical experience can come together in a creative process of designing through making. Emphasizing the potential of woven textiles throughout, Ann Richards follows the success of her sister title Weaving Textiles that Shape Themselves and explores the tactile properties that emerge from the interaction of material and structure. The book is organized into four parts that look at the natural world as inspiration, the design resources of material and weave structure, the fabric qualities as starting points for design, and the practical issues of designing through making. With over 280 lavish photos, this book will be an invaluable resource for textile designers and enthusiasts looking for inspiration and practical advice.
Contemporary Environmental And Mathematics Education Modelling Using New Geometric Approaches
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Author : Susan Gerofsky
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-07-09
Contemporary Environmental And Mathematics Education Modelling Using New Geometric Approaches written by Susan Gerofsky and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-09 with Education categories.
This book takes a fresh approach to using educational tools to solve profound problems in societies. The authors bring perspectives from curriculum studies, mathematics education, environmental education, and Indigenous epistemologies to a new consideration of “geometries to think with”. These tools reveal the wealth of resources and interrelationships in our world that have the potential to reconfigure and revitalize education. The transdisciplinary nature of the chapters and authors emphasizes the need for thinking beyond boundaries, while respecting the wisdom inherent in intellectual disciplines and traditions.
Common Or Garden
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Author : Ken Thompson
language : en
Publisher: Profile Books
Release Date : 2023-05-25
Common Or Garden written by Ken Thompson and has been published by Profile Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-05-25 with Nature categories.
We often imagine that rarity is special - we seek out the most uncommon wild plants to tick off our lists, while overlooking the extraordinary appeal of the species we encounter day-to-day. Yet it's these plants -the most successful, able to adapt and thrive - which are truly fascinating. Botanist, writer and expert gardener Ken Thompson has set out to chart Britain's fifty most abundant wild plants and reveal the secrets of their success. He explores the roots of their common names, from the dog rose to Yorkshire fog, and explains the key traits that have led them to flourish across Britain. And, along the way, he shares his tricks for making your garden a haven for green life. Stunningly illustrated by Sarah Abbott, Common or Garden is a celebration of the everyday wonder of the plants that you can see, as Thompson enthuses, 'before you even have lunch'
