Fabric Dyeing and Printing

by Kate Wells

This work guides the reader through the choice of fabric types, the range of dye recipes and the profusion of traditional and new techniques. Exploring the patterning options with the help of detailed step-by-step photography, this book enables the reader to choose and work through any one of the over 30 techniques Preparing natural dyes; to printing with foils; hand-block printing to screen printing and the use of resist techniques. In addition, the work of contemporary designers such as Georgina von Eztdorf, Timney Fowler, Cressida Bell, and Janet Stoyle, is highlighted to demonstrate how techniques can be combined and interpreted.

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Library of Congress Authorities: Wells, Kate, 1959-

Senior technical instructor of dyeing and printing, Royal Coll. of Art, London

Reviews

[Beverlyanne]

Encyclopedic approach to dyeing and printing. Includes history, info. on natural dyes, and other material I can't use. Very professional approach. Includes material that similar books don't or only touch on like Gutta resist, direct handpainting, design development. Good book, but maybe discouraging to beginners.