The Art and Science of Natural Dyes: Principles, Experiments, and Results Joy Boutrup

The Art and Science of Natural Dyes: Principles, Experiments, and Results

Author: Joy Boutrup
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Book Title
The Art and Science of Natural Dyes: Principles, Experiments, and Results
Author
Joy Boutrup
ISBN
9780764356339
This long-awaited guide serves as a tool to explain the general principles of natural dyeing, and to help dyers to become more accomplished at their craft through an increased understanding of the process. Photos of more than 450 samples demonstrate the results of actual dye tests, and detailed information covers every aspect of natural dyeing including theory, fibers, mordants, dyes, printing, organic indigo vats, finishing, and the evaluation of dye fastness. Special techniques of printing and discharging indigo are featured as well. The book is intended for dyers and printers who wish to more completely understand the "why" and the "how," while ensuring safe and sustainable practices. Written by a textile engineer and chemist (Boutrup) and a textile artist and practitioner (Ellis), its detailed and tested recipes for every process, including charts and comparisons, make it the ideal resource for dyers with all levels of experience.Binding Type: SpiralAuthor: Joy Boutrup, Catharine EllisPublisher: Schiffer PublishingPublished: 01/28/2019ISBN: 9780764356339Pages: 176Weight: 2.30lbsSize: 10.30h x 8.90w x 0.80d
This long-awaited guide serves as a tool to explain the general principles of natural dyeing, and to help dyers to become more accomplished at their craft through an increased understanding of the process. Photos of more than 450 samples demonstrate the results of actual dye tests, and detailed information covers every aspect of natural dyeing including theory, fibers, mordants, dyes, printing, organic indigo vats, finishing, and the evaluation of dye fastness. Special techniques of printing and discharging indigo are featured as well. The book is intended for dyers and printers who wish to more completely understand the "why" and the "how," while ensuring safe and sustainable practices. Written by a textile engineer and chemist (Boutrup) and a textile artist and practitioner (Ellis), its detailed and tested recipes for every process, including charts and comparisons, make it the ideal resource for dyers with all levels of experience.

Binding Type: Spiral
Author: Joy Boutrup, Catharine Ellis
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 01/28/2019
ISBN: 9780764356339
Pages: 176
Weight: 2.30lbs
Size: 10.30h x 8.90w x 0.80d
This long-awaited guide serves as a tool to explain the general principles of natural dyeing, and to help dyers to become more accomplished at their craft through an increased understanding of the process. Photos of more than 450 samples demonstrate the results of actual dye tests, and detailed information covers every aspect of natural dyeing including theory, fibers, mordants, dyes, printing, organic indigo vats, finishing, and the evaluation of dye fastness. Special techniques of printing and discharging indigo are featured as well. The book is intended for dyers and printers who wish to more completely understand the "why" and the "how," while ensuring safe and sustainable practices. Written by a textile engineer and chemist (Boutrup) and a textile artist and practitioner (Ellis), its detailed and tested recipes for every process, including charts and comparisons, make it the ideal resource for dyers with all levels of experience.

Binding Type: Spiral
Author: Joy Boutrup, Catharine Ellis
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 01/28/2019
ISBN: 9780764356339
Pages: 176
Weight: 2.30lbs
Size: 10.30h x 8.90w x 0.80d