Leaf and Colour: Eco-printing and natural dyeing with soy milk binder - Louise Upshall

\nBe inspired by the plants around you and discover their unique colours. \n \n \n\n \nThis book is a practical guide to eco-printing and natural dyeing on cotton and other plant based fibres. With a focus on natural materials and simple methods, it is easy to get started or to deepen your existing dyeing practice.\n \n \n\n \nLearn how to: \n \n- choose fabric and prepare it with soy milk binder\n \n- choose and gather dyestuff \n \n- make dye baths from leaves, flowers and bark \n \n- produce even and patterned dye effects \n \n- create clear and detailed eco-prints\n \n- and combine the techniques to create unique garments with leaf prints and sections of solid dye \n \n \n\n \nLOUISE UPSHALL is an artist and dyer with a special interest in eco-printing on cotton. Under the label Gumnut Magic, she writes, teaches and sells a range of naturally dyed clothing and fabric.\n