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Second Skin: Choosing and Caring for Textiles and Clothing,Used
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A beautiful, heartfelt, and practical resource full of information and inspiration on selecting, acquiring, wearing, caring for, making, and repurposing textiles and clothingAlmost from the moment of our birth, clothing acts as our second skin, yet we rarely consider where our clothes have come from and the effects they might have on the environment and ourselves. This beautifully photographed and illustrated book is about easily achievable ways to care for the planet by living simpler lives and using fewer resources, specifically those to do with cloth and clothing. It discusses the role of cloth in how consumption affects the ecology; looks at what textiles are made from and examines their properties, with an emphasis on those derived from natural sources; and talks about how to make informed choices regarding clothingincluding deciding how much clothing one really needs. It also covers how to mend and maintain clothing, repurpose fashion, dyeing, and when all else fails, instructions for patching, piecing, felting, and twining. One 'gallery' chapter is dedicated to clothing designers and artists who have made a practice of working with salvaged materials, including Natalie Chanin (Alabama), Jude Hill (Long Island), Christine Mauersberger (Cleveland), and Dorothy Caldwell (Hastings, Ontario).
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Second Skin: Choosing and Caring for Textiles and Clothing'? A: The book focuses on selecting, acquiring, wearing, caring for, making, and repurposing textiles and clothing, emphasizing sustainable practices and informed choices.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Second Skin' is India Flint.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Second Skin' suitable for beginners in textile care? A: Yes, the book is designed to be a practical resource for all levels, offering easily achievable methods for caring for textiles.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: When was 'Second Skin' published? A: The book was published on October 10, 2012.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: Does the book discuss eco-friendly practices? A: Yes, it discusses how to care for the planet through simpler living and using fewer resources.
- Q: Are there any specific projects or techniques included in the book? A: Yes, it includes techniques for mending, maintaining clothing, repurposing fashion, and various textile arts.
- Q: Can this book help with making informed choices about clothing? A: Absolutely, it provides guidance on understanding textiles and making sustainable clothing choices.