Download or read book Hand Dyeing Yarn and Fleece written by Gail Callahan and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides instructions for dying yarn and fleece using various techniques, designs, and dyes, along with information on supplies and finding the right colors.
Download or read book A New Spin On Color written by Alanna Wilcox and published by Alanna Wilcox. This book was released on 2017-07-01 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever tried spinning hand painted top or dyed rovings only to be disappointed with the color outcomes in your yarns or finished projects? This book clearly and artfully walks you through understanding color theory making it less intimidating for both novice and expert spinners alike. Never before has a book presented the same dyed top worked up into 20+ different approaches accompanied by easy to follow directions. You will be able to see how the techniques look in both a skein and a knitted swatch. Plus there are photos of finished products accompanying the techniques to make envisioning the spinning applications even easier. After reading this book you will be inspired to delve into your stash with excitement and colorful confidence in your spinning.
Download or read book Yarn Works written by W. J. Johnson and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2014 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the processes of spinning and dying yarn and explains how to match homespun fiber and yarn to knitted projects.
Download or read book My Little Loom Companion written by Lucy Jennings and published by . This book was released on 2019-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to weave the basics in this little portable book. Basic tapestry techniques are introduced for the beginner weaver.
Download or read book Color in Spinning written by Deb Menz and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2005-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written expressly for the hand spinner seeking new adventures in color, this manual presents in-depth discussions and step-by-step photographed demonstrations of immersion dyeing, painting rovings, blending colors and fibers, and spinning and plying multicolored preparations. A chapter on understanding color principles offers novice spinners the skills needed to easily work with color while providing advanced spinning techniques for the expert dyer. A gallery of finished pieces as well as appendixes on dye workshops and metric conversions are included.
Download or read book Reversible Color Crochet written by Laurinda Reddig and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-07-07 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create completely reversible colorwork afghans and more! Innovative crocheter Laurinda Reddig created a unique and award-winning form of crochet that produces clear images that look exactly the same on both sides. Learn about this new method along with 28 reversible squares suitable for afghans or other items, make one of the 10 projects that use them, or find inspiration to design your own! Laurinda explains the basics of her technique and how to work with multiple colors at the same time. She demonstrates how to create graphic colorwork squares that range from simple geometric angles and shapes to a variety of picture squares including quilt-inspired blocks, flowers, the sun & moon, robots, aliens, and other fun projects for children. Create all 10 afghan projects complete with directions for joining, edging, and any additional stitch patterns used. Open your eyes to a whole new crochet technique--you won't want to miss it!
Download or read book Dyeing to Spin Knit written by Felicia Lo and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-01-12 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspire and unleash a passion for hand-crafted color! "Unapologetic" is how Felicia Lo always describes her obsession with color and craft. In Dyeing to Spin and Knit, Felicia, founder and creative director of SweetGeorgia Yarns and highly sought after teacher and lecturer, provides clear and accessible guidance for creating gorgeous hand-dyed yarns and spinning fibers and an understanding of how dyeing affects knitted yarn and handspun yarn. Fiber artists will learn the fundamentals of how color works, how to combine and coordinate colors, and how to control the results when dyeing wool and silk yarns and fibers. Spinners will learn how to subdue intense and bright colorways or prevent muddiness in handspun. Knitters will gain the knowledge to avoid or maximize the effects of pooling. And finally, this book will include 10 patterns that use hand-dyed and handspun yarns and fibers to their most exciting advantage in knitting projects. Complete with detailed photographs from Felicia's own dyeing studio, Dyeing to Spin and Knit offers a master class in preparing hand-dyed yarns and fibers. Ignite your love of color--unapologetically!
Download or read book Painting Shawls written by Stephen West and published by . This book was released on 2021-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Painting Shawls is a collection of thirteen knitted shawl patterns designed by Stephen West. Each pattern features Westknits' signature architectural style and bold graphic color combinations. The instructions are easy to follow and appropriate for adventurous beginners and advanced knitters alike. This hardcover book is filled with inspirational photos, showing multiple samples of each design to inspire your own color interpretations. In addition to patterns, this book includes several technique chapters like how to substitute yarns and customize the size of each shawl along with how to swatch and weave in your ends. There are also several cast on photo tutorials and video links throughout the book to teach and guide you through the artistic shawl knitting process. Each book includes a free download code, so you can access individual PDFs of all thirteen shawl patterns. Dive into the woolly world of Westknits and use these playful shawl designs as landscapes to paint with yarn. If you're going to make it by hand, make it grand!
Download or read book Crochet Cute Critters written by Sarah Zimmerman and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2019-08-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crochet a zoo full of adorable animal friends with ease. Discover how simple crafting your own crochet plush animals can be. From alligators to zebras, Crochet Cute Critters features 26 beginner-friendly patterns for creating all kinds of cuddly companions. Amigurumi--the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys--might seem intimidating, but this book keeps it easy and fun with complete guides that cover everything you need to know. Whether you're stitching up delightfully huggable gifts for kids or grandkids or just looking to assemble your own plush menagerie, Crochet Cute Critters will have you up and going in no time. Crochet Cute Critters includes: Cute critters, from A-to-Z--Alex the Alligator, Freddy the Fox, Walter the Whale, Zina the Zebra...choose from 26 lovable designs that span the entire animal kingdom. Amigurumi for everyone--Step-by-step instructions for stitching, detailing, and stuffing make things easy for beginners and experts alike. Build on what you learn--Every animal shares the same basic head and body pattern, allowing you to carry your practice and experience from project to project. Discover how fun and easy it can be to crochet your own Amigurumi with the help of Crochet Cute Critters.
Download or read book Dyeing to Knit written by Elaine Eskesen and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knitters already familiar with using space-dyed, hand-painted, or rainbow-dyed yarns often wish they could move on to the next step and dye their own yarns, but worry that the process will be too intimidating. But it really is not difficult, as Elaine Eskesen shows in Dyeing to Knit, sharing her many years of dyeing experience and giving concise, helpful instructions.
Download or read book Color Your Yarn written by Lois Cecil and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "COLOR YOUR YARN: A Beginner's Guide to Hand Dyeing" invites you into the vibrant world of yarn customization, offering a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the art of hand dyeing. This beginner-friendly guide empowers yarn enthusiasts to unleash their creativity and transform plain yarn into personalized, stunning works of art. With clear step-by-step instructions, this handbook covers the basics of hand dyeing techniques, color theory, and tips for creating unique and beautiful yarn colors. Whether you're a knitting or crochet enthusiast, or simply someone eager to explore the art of dyeing, this guide provides the knowledge and inspiration to infuse your projects with your own signature palette. Embark on a colorful journey with "COLOR YOUR YARN," and discover the joy of adding a personal touch to your yarn creations. From subtle gradients to bold bursts of color, this guide ensures that your yarn will be as unique as your imagination.
Download or read book Dye Wool Yarn with Food Coloring Easily and Economically written by Jenna Conklin and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-24 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dying wool with food coloring is fun, safe for both you and the environment, and has endless color possibilities. Most of the process is allowing the wool to soak, simmer, or cool. With as little as an hour of your attention, enough wool can be dyed to make a whole sweater at half the cost of pre-dyed yarn! This book walks you in detail through all you need to know to start creating your very own designer yarn and includes photo swatches of more than 400 recipes to get you started on your adventure. The wool dying process is simple:* soak wool 30 minutes or more in salt/vinegar bath* mix dye recipe and add to bath* simmer for 35 to 50 minutesThis is an excellent reference book that even experienced wool dyers will find valuable and be using for years to come. A set of large photo swatches can be cut out to easily mix and match recipes for planning a multi-color project. The swatch cards are sized to store perfectly in an embroidery floss organizer, and as future volumes of this book come out, your color library will grow. A set of photo swatches remain in the book for a quick overview of the colors. Also included are a worksheet to easily mix a recipe for any sized dye project and photos from experiments that show how salt and vinegar concentrations in the dye bath affect final color evenness and tone.Learn how to dye your own wool and gain color freedom!
Download or read book Yarn Color By Numbers Coloring Book for Adults written by Zenmaster Coloring Books and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-09 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This coloring book for adults is the perfect way to unwind and relax. If you love yarn, quilting, knitting, or just love coloring, this book is for you! Each hand drawn illustration provides a unique coloring experience for you to enjoy. And the easy to use color key eliminates the stress of deciding which colors to use when you're stumped. So sit back, relax, and color!
Download or read book The Yarn Lover s Guide to Hand Dyeing written by Linda LaBelle and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fiber artist and weaver brings together simple techniques for hand dyeing yarn at home with easy-to-make but sophisticated pattterns for knit and crochet designs in a hands-on guide that is enhanced by tips, tricks, and advice from knit design and yarn professionals. 15,000 first printing.
Download or read book The Essential Guide to Color Knitting Techniques written by Margaret Radcliffe and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2015-07-28 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in paperback! Imagine a softly striped crib blanket knit in the comforting colors of the nursery. Or a sophisticated cashmere wrap featuring rich jewel tones that set off a favorite black dress. Knitting teacher and author Margaret Radcliffe presents a world of color techniques in a single comprehensive reference that you’ll consult every time two or more yarn colors are in play. Stitchers of every ability level will love the color-combining methods and professional secrets revealed in The Essential Guide to Color Knitting Techniques. Multicolor knitting techniques are explained with step-by-step illustrations and photographs accompanied by instructive text. Complete chapters on stripes, stitch effects, succeeding with multicolor yarns, stranded knitting, and intarsia cover the theory and how-to behind each method and offer creative solutions for handling tangled yarn, estimating yarn quantities of each color, holding on to all those ends, and employing stunning finishing techniques. A final chapter describes more unusual techniques, such as helix, shadow, mosaic, and modular knitting.
Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting written by Mary Scott Huff and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-04-04 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The visual way to add color to your knitting Are you a knitter looking to expand your knowledge and take on new challenges? Color adds vibrant, complex patterns to sweaters, hats, mittens, and more. For the uninitiated, color knitting can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting explains, step by step, the various methods and gives you a variety of projects so that you can put your newfound skills to use. Working with color—whether it's one richly toned variegated handspun yarn or multiple colors worked in an intricate pattern—is a great way to advance from basic projects to more complex and satisfying ones. Photo by photo, you'll learn all the techniques, including stripes, slip-stitch knitting, Fair Isle (stranded knitting), intarsia, and entrelac. Plus, you'll get some lessons on color theory and discover how to put together beautiful color combinations. Features 21 patterns using various colorwork skills Includes a stitch pattern dictionary for each technique Photos and detailed explanations make learning easy If you're a crafter who learns better by seeing and doing, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting will get you confidently knitting colorwork in no time.
Download or read book Hand Dyeing Yarn and Fleece written by Gail Callahan and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2010-02-27 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the colorful joys of hand dyeing your own yarn and fleece. It’s easy, fun, and can be done right in your own kitchen! Self-taught dyer Gail Callahan shows you a variety of simple techniques to turn plain, outdated, or leftover yarn into vibrant “new” fibers using ovens, crockpots, frying pans, and other standard kitchen equipment. Detailed advice on color theory, self-striping, “grocery store” dyes, and handmade multicolor skeins make successful dyeing a cinch, even for complete beginners.
