Dyes & Paints: A Hands-On Guide to Coloring Fabric

If you want a primer on working with fiber-reactive dyes and textile pigments, this is it! This is not a project book. This book gives you the technical know-how to work confidently with fiber-reactive dyes and textile paints. It also demonstrates a number of methods for applying these coloring agents to fabric (natural fiber content). The techniques and processes are described in a clear, concise manner. Every technique is introduced with a short descriptive paragraph and separate equipment and supply lists. The technique is then broken down into numbered steps. Along with the instructions the author includes hint and tip boxes in the outer margins of the pages. . . . and there really is some valuable information in those boxes. Despite the many tip boxes, charts, photos and illustrations, the pages are uncluttered and visually easy to follow. In addition to the instructional text, you'll find many beautiful examples of how other artists applied these techniques to their work. This book is well worth the price.

I bought this book on a whim as it was offered as a special with my last order and am I glad. I have dabbled a fair amount with fabric dyeing and on opening the book wondered whether I had done the right thing. This book is a must no matter at what stage you are with your dyeing expertize. It is full of good basic grassroots info and tips and I learnt an awful lot more going thru the book and cannot wait to start 'playing'.

This is a must have for anyone involved in dyeing-surface design.One of the 2 -if I were on a desert island- kind of book. Excellent information on fabric paints, something not generally covered in other books of the genre.

This book is a comprehensive guide to coloring fabrics using many different media and techniques. There are many color pictures of the procedures and stunning finished pieces by talented artists. Methods covered include fiber-reactive dyes, immersion dyeing, direct application dyeing, resists, textile paints and marbling. Complete information on equipment and supplies, and step by step instructions are given for each. There is also thorough coverage of fabric selection and preparation, safety, measurements and a very useful suppliers list. The book is well organized with many charts, tables and special hints. The broad scope of this book, it's clear and detailed instructions and wonderful illustrations make it a must for anyone interested in applying color to fabric. You are sure to find some exciting new ideas here.

Without a doubt, this is the most comprehensive title marketed in this field.The instructions are clear, concise and well-thought out.Even though I am an experienced dyer and painter,(thank's to the incredible teaching expertise of co-author Karen Perrine), I am especially grateful for the hands-on visuals demonstrating processes!The photographs are both stimulating and inspiring. This is an incredible reference book and I recommend it highly to my peers, associates and students.