ISBN: 9780486407128

By Rita Buchanan. Rita Buchanan is the coeditor and co-author of TAYLOR'S MASTER GUIDE TO GARDENING as well as many other books. She resides in Connecticut. Author Rita Buchanan. Thorough… More...

By Rita Buchanan. Rita Buchanan is the coeditor and co-author of TAYLOR'S MASTER GUIDE TO GARDENING as well as many other books. She resides in Connecticut. Author Rita Buchanan. Thoroughly researched and charmingly written, this practical guide by a veteran botanist and horticulturist provides weavers and gardeners alike with a wealth of information on growing plants for use in weaving and dyeing projects. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   A Weaver's Garden by Rita Buchanan 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, much more. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers creating textiles and other products make use of many of these same resources and methods. Thoroughly researched and charmingly written, this practical guide by a veteran botanist and horticulturist provides weavers and gardeners alike with a wealth of information on growing plants for use in weaving and dyeing projects. Beginning with the history and uses of plant fibers, A Weaver's Garden then offers valuable hints on dyeing fibers and fabrics and how to use soap plants for cleaning textiles. Readers will also find expert advice on fragrant plants for scenting and protecting textiles, what plant materials to use as tools, how to plan and create a garden containing cotton, flax, indigo, madder, fuller's teasel, woad, and many other useful plants; and much more. A glossary, pronunciation guide, and an abundance of illustrations complete this informative and inspiring volume. Author Biography Rita Buchanan is the coeditor and co-author of TAYLOR'S MASTER GUIDE TO GARDENING as well as many other books. A botanist, horticulturist, and passionate gardener and designer, she turned a featureless cow pasture into a glorious garden landscape surrounding her home. She resides in Connecticut. Table of Contents Introduction 1 Plant Fibers for Spinning and Stuffing The History and Uses of Plant Fibers The Occurrence and Properties of Plant Fibers Cotton Flax Fiber Plants to Know and Grow 2 Dyes from Plants A Brief History of Natural Dyeing Plants as Sources of Pigments Using Plants to Dye Fibers and Fabrics Dye Plants to Know and Grow Indigo 3 Soap Plants for Cleaning Textiles Cleaning without Soap About Soap Surfactants as Cleaning Agents Washing Different Fibers and Fabrics Soap Plants to Know and Grow 4 Fragrant Plants to Scent and Protect Textiles Traditional Sachets Textile Pest Repellents Harvesting and Drying Fragrant Plants Fragrant and Insecticidal Plants to Know and Grow 5 Plant Materials Used to Make Textile Tools Spindles and Other Spinning Tools Reeds and Other Weaving Tools Teasels for Finishing Woolens Plants to Know and Grow for Use as Tools 6 Creating a Garden Planning and Preparation Getting and Growing Plants Resources Public Gardens to Visit Suppliers of Herbal Products Suppliers of Seeds and Plants "Suppliers of Fiber, Yarn, and Dyeing Supplies" Glossary Pronunciation Guide Index Long Description 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, much more. Details ISBN0486407128 Author Rita Buchanan Pages 240 Language English ISBN-10 0486407128 ISBN-13 9780486407128 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 746.1 Illustrations Yes Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Short Title WEAVERS GARDEN Residence Winsted Winsted, US Subtitle Growing Plants for Natural Dyes and Fibers DOI 10.1604/9780486407128 UK Release Date 2003-03-28 AU Release Date 2003-03-28 NZ Release Date 2003-03-28 US Release Date 2003-03-28 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Year 2003 Publication Date 2003-03-28 Audience General We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENTPeace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:145109635; , Neu, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780486407128, Type: NA, Publication Name: NA, Publication Year: 2003, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Book Title: A Weaver's Garden: Growing Plants for Natural Dyes and Fibers, Item Height: 214mm, Topic: Decorative Art, Item Width: 136mm, Number of Pages: 240 Pages, Dover Publications Inc.<

2003, ISBN: 0486407128

[EAN: 9780486407128], Neubuch, [PU: Dover Publications Inc., New York], Paperback. Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers … More...

[EAN: 9780486407128], Neubuch, [PU: Dover Publications Inc., New York], Paperback. Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers creating textiles and other products make use of many of these same resources and methods. Thoroughly researched and charmingly written, this practical guide by a veteran botanist and horticulturist provides weavers and gardeners alike with a wealth of information on growing plants for use in weaving and dyeing projects. Beginning with the history and uses of plant fibers, A Weaver's Garden then offers valuable hints on dyeing fibers and fabrics and how to use soap plants for cleaning textiles. Readers will also find expert advice on fragrant plants for scenting and protecting textiles, what plant materials to use as tools, how to plan and create a garden containing cotton, flax, indigo, madder, fuller's teasel, woad, and many other useful plants; and much more. A glossary, pronunciation guide, and an abundance of illustrations complete this informative and inspiring volume. 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, much more. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability., Books<

2003, ISBN: 0486407128

[EAN: 9780486407128], Neubuch, [PU: Dover Publications Inc., New York], Paperback. Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers … More...

[EAN: 9780486407128], Neubuch, [PU: Dover Publications Inc., New York], Paperback. Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers creating textiles and other products make use of many of these same resources and methods. Thoroughly researched and charmingly written, this practical guide by a veteran botanist and horticulturist provides weavers and gardeners alike with a wealth of information on growing plants for use in weaving and dyeing projects. Beginning with the history and uses of plant fibers, A Weaver's Garden then offers valuable hints on dyeing fibers and fabrics and how to use soap plants for cleaning textiles. Readers will also find expert advice on fragrant plants for scenting and protecting textiles, what plant materials to use as tools, how to plan and create a garden containing cotton, flax, indigo, madder, fuller's teasel, woad, and many other useful plants; and much more. A glossary, pronunciation guide, and an abundance of illustrations complete this informative and inspiring volume. 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, much more. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability., Books<

2003, ISBN: 0486407128

[EAN: 9780486407128], Neubuch, [PU: Dover Publications Inc., New York], Paperback. Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers … More...

[EAN: 9780486407128], Neubuch, [PU: Dover Publications Inc., New York], Paperback. Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers creating textiles and other products make use of many of these same resources and methods. Thoroughly researched and charmingly written, this practical guide by a veteran botanist and horticulturist provides weavers and gardeners alike with a wealth of information on growing plants for use in weaving and dyeing projects. Beginning with the history and uses of plant fibers, A Weaver's Garden then offers valuable hints on dyeing fibers and fabrics and how to use soap plants for cleaning textiles. Readers will also find expert advice on fragrant plants for scenting and protecting textiles, what plant materials to use as tools, how to plan and create a garden containing cotton, flax, indigo, madder, fuller's teasel, woad, and many other useful plants; and much more. A glossary, pronunciation guide, and an abundance of illustrations complete this informative and inspiring volume. 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, much more. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability., Books<

ISBN: 9780486407128

Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers creating textiles and other products make use of many of these same resources and m… More...

Long before the invention of pottery, men and women wove baskets from plant fibers. Today, craftworkers creating textiles and other products make use of many of these same resources and methods. Thoroughly researched and charmingly written, this practical guide by a veteran botanist and horticulturist provides weavers and gardeners alike with a wealth of information on growing plants for use in weaving and dyeing projects. Beginning with the history and uses of plant fibers, A Weaver's Garden then offers valuable hints on dyeing fibers and fabrics and how to use soap plants for cleaning textiles. Readers will also find expert advice on fragrant plants for scenting and protecting textiles, what plant materials to use as tools, how to plan and create a garden containing cotton, flax, indigo, madder, fuller's teasel, woad, and many other useful plants; and much more. A glossary, pronunciation guide, and an abundance of illustrations complete this informative and inspiring volume. Trade Books>Trade Paperback>Crafts,Hobbies>Needlecrafts>Needlecraft, Dover Publications Core >1<