A Weaver's Garden - Rita Buchanan

A Weaver's Garden by Rita Buchanan explores the cultivation of plants used for natural dyes and fibres. This paperback edition is published by Dover Publications Inc.

Key details

• Author: Rita Buchanan
• Subtitle: Growing Plants for Natural Dyes and Fibers
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 240
• Publication date: 28 March 2003
• ISBN: 9780486407128

Synopsis

Drawing on the perspective of an experienced botanist and weaver, this illustrated guide brings together practical plant knowledge for textile work. It offers guidance on dyeing fibres and fabrics, introduces soap plants suitable for cleaning textiles, and suggests fragrant plants that can be used to scent and help protect stored cloth.

Alongside these techniques, the book looks at plant materials that can serve as tools and provides ideas for planning and creating a garden that includes cotton, flax and indigo, among other useful species. With its focus on weaving and spinning, it is suited to readers interested in building a plant-led approach to textile making.

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