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Natural Dyeing, Tie Dye, Batik + Painting on Silk

The Craft of Natural Dyeing
Natural dyeing is an ancient craft which was practised by most early civilizations. With increased awareness of environmental issues, this guide to natural dyeing will not only provide the craftsperson with an alternative to synthetic dyes, but is designed to encourage a resurgence of this traditional skill. The book contains instructions on: how to plan and grow your own dye garden; how to prepare plants and transform them into dye colours; how to colour yarns; how to space-dye yarns for multi-coloured effects; and how to pattern cloth by printing or painting with dyes, and using batik techniques. The book should be a useful source of information for craft dyers, textile students and anyone seeking a successful alternative to synthetic dyes. It should also be of interest to textile restorers and conservationists, and instrument and furniture makers and restorers

Tie Dye!: The How to Book
Tie dye is an ancient art form developed in the Far East over 1000 years ago. In this guide, clear and simple instructions, illustrated with stage-by-stage photographs, guide the reader through the process of creating seven tie-dye designs

Contemporary Tie and Dye Textiles of Indonesia (The Asia Collection)
Hand-spun and hand-woven textiles have always been an integral part of the cultures of South-East Asia. This book maps contemporary areas of production and markets, and documents a cross-section of current practices and examples of tie and dye weaving in Indonesia. Aimed at both the textile student and the general reader alike, it provides a fascinating introduction to the diversity of the textiles of each of the main islands as well as useful guidance on their identification and classification

Batik and Tie Dye Techniques
Paperback
Publisher:
Dover Publications

Batik (Art of Crafts S.)
Illustrated in full colour, the text focuses on the techniques which can be applied to the projects described. The author provides clear diagrams for each stage in the process, advice on using wax resists on various fabrics and papers, how to finish and present and an overview of the work of modern batik artists

Creative Batik
Paperback
Publisher:
Search Press Ltd

Batik Patterns (Agile Rabbit Editions S.)
Paperback
Publisher:
Agile Rabbit

Batik: New Techniques and New Materials
Batik has moved a long way since its interest in the West began. In Batik - New Techniques, New Materials, Britain's leading batik artist provides a book that takes the craft beyond the basics to include new materials as well as new techniques. Lavishly illustrated in colour and clearly arranged and written, it includes working on paper, wood and leather as well as textiles, plus a series of step-by-step sequences of key techniques. The work of the author and international batik artists and historical pieces will be used to illustrate the techniques and materials covered in the book

Silk Painting and Batik: Inspired and Decorative Projects to Make for the Home
Painting fabric is immensely satisfying and offers a world of creative possibilities. The decorative crafts of painting on silk and batik are easy to master, giving endless scope to transform plain cloth into vibrant and colourful masterpieces. With over 35 stunning projects to make, ranging from clothing such as ties, camisoles, scarves and a sarong, to home furnishing such as cushion covers, wall hangings and even a deckchair, there are projects to suit all levels of ability. Each project is original and explores the varied approaches and styles of traditional and contemporary painting. Step-by-step photographic sequences guide you through each project, along with essential techniques to help you get started

Batik: Design, Style and History
Paperback
Publisher:
Thames and Hudson ltd

Batik (Craft Workshop S.)
Paperback
Publisher:
Southwater

The Silk Painting Workshop: Painting, Marbling and Batik for Beginners
Explaining the basic techniques of silk painting, which can be surprisingly simple, this book shows how even the complete beginner can soon be producing attractive designs for items such as scarves, cushions and pictures. There are step-by-step explanations of gutta, wax and marbling, detailed advice on choosing between the various types of dyes, and coverage of steaming and fixing, using colour, and designing and developing your own ideas. Throughout the book there are projects to follow, and suggestions to help beginners to develop their own creative skills

Batik: For Artists and Quilters
Hardcover
Publishert:
North Light Books

The Technique of Batik
First published in 1988 and now reissued in paperback, a selection of seven dyeing projects which explore a range of dye design and production techniques, featuring advice on traditional and modern materials, and information on the history of batik.

Batik Patterns (Shambhala Agile Rabbit Editions)
Paperback
Publisher:
Shambhala Publications

Batik Design
Paperback
Publisher:
Shambhala Publications

Batik Design (Design Book S.)
Paperback
Publisher:
Pepin Press