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Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club Beautiful natural dyes from plants found in the wild or grown in your own backyard.As more and more crafters are discovering, dyeing your own fabric can yield gorgeous colors. Now master dyer Rebecca Burgess identifies 36 plants that will yield beautiful natural shades and shows how easy it is to make the dyes. Pokeweed creates a vibrant magenta, while a range of soft lavender shades is created from elderberries; indigo yields a bright blue, and coyote brush creates stunning sunny yellows.Gathering Color explains where to find these plants in the wild (and for those that can be grown in your backyard, how to nurture them) and the best time and way to harvest them; maps show the range of each plant in the United States and Canada. For the dyeing itself, Burgess describes the simple equipment needed and provides a master dye recipe. The book is organized seasonally; as an added bonus, each section contains a knitting project using wools colored with dyes from plants harvested during that time of the year. With breathtaking color photographs by Paige Green throughout, Gathering Color is an essential guide to this growing field, for crafters and DIYers; for ecologists and botanists; and for artists, textile designers, and art students.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Harvesting Color'? A: 'Harvesting Color' focuses on identifying 36 plants that can be used to create beautiful natural dyes for fabric. The book provides guidance on where to find these plants and how to make the dyes.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Harvesting Color'? A: The author of 'Harvesting Color' is Rebecca Burgess, a master dyer known for her expertise in natural dyeing.
- Q: What type of projects are included in the book? A: The book includes knitting projects that utilize wools dyed with natural colors from plants harvested in each season.
- Q: How many pages does 'Harvesting Color' have? A: 'Harvesting Color' has a total of 192 pages, providing comprehensive information on natural dyeing.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Harvesting Color'? A: 'Harvesting Color' was published on May 2, 2011.
- Q: Is 'Harvesting Color' suitable for beginners? A: 'Harvesting Color' is suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters, as it offers simple instructions and essential guidance on natural dyeing techniques.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Harvesting Color' is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: Are there any photographs in 'Harvesting Color'? A: Yes, 'Harvesting Color' features breathtaking color photographs by Paige Green, which enhance the visual appeal of the book.
- Q: Can the plants mentioned in 'Harvesting Color' be grown at home? A: Yes, the book includes information on how to nurture certain plants that can be grown in your backyard for natural dyeing.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Harvesting Color' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition,' ensuring it is still usable and valuable for readers.