A Weaver's Garden
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A comprehensive guide for fiber artists and gardeners alike, A Weaver's Garden by Rita Buchanan bridges the worlds of horticulture and textile craft with authoritative clarity and practical warmth. Buchanan details how to grow, harvest, and process a wide variety of plants specifically chosen for their value in spinning and weaving, covering everything from dye plants and fiber-producing crops to grasses and rushes used in basketry. Written with the enthusiasm of a seasoned practitioner, the text instructs readers on the full journey from seed to finished textile, presenting cultivation techniques alongside hands-on guidance for preparing natural fibers and extracting rich, lasting color from botanical sources. Illustrated with helpful charts and plant profiles, it serves as an indispensable reference for anyone seeking to deepen their connection to the natural origins of their craft. Whether you are an experienced weaver curious about growing your own materials or a gardener drawn to the artistry of natural textiles, this richly informative work presents a rewarding intersection of two timeless traditions.
Author: Rita Buchanan
Format: Hardback
Published: 1987, Interweave Press
Genre: Botany
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A comprehensive guide for fiber artists and gardeners alike, A Weaver's Garden by Rita Buchanan bridges the worlds of horticulture and textile craft with authoritative clarity and practical warmth. Buchanan details how to grow, harvest, and process a wide variety of plants specifically chosen for their value in spinning and weaving, covering everything from dye plants and fiber-producing crops to grasses and rushes used in basketry. Written with the enthusiasm of a seasoned practitioner, the text instructs readers on the full journey from seed to finished textile, presenting cultivation techniques alongside hands-on guidance for preparing natural fibers and extracting rich, lasting color from botanical sources. Illustrated with helpful charts and plant profiles, it serves as an indispensable reference for anyone seeking to deepen their connection to the natural origins of their craft. Whether you are an experienced weaver curious about growing your own materials or a gardener drawn to the artistry of natural textiles, this richly informative work presents a rewarding intersection of two timeless traditions.