"Technique-building projects with dyeing and knitting instructions for garments and accessories demonstrate the beauty of controlling not only the knitting process but the yarn color path as well. An excellent choice for public libraries . . ." —Library Journal
“After reading this book, all I want to do is take a day and dye up a big bunch o' wool!”
—All Info About Knitting
"Explains the mystery behind self-patterning sock yarns, including how you can re-create those patterns yourself at home . . . "—Knitters Review
"Like a telephone conversation between friends discussing how to accomplish dyeing self-patterning yarns."—Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot
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Self-patterning yarns—those that magically
knit up into stripes, Fair Isle, graduated color bands, and zigzag
patterns—are extremely popular but they can be expensive, and
it can be difficult to find just the yarn you want. Yarns to
Dye For presents an easy and fun way to make your own self-patterning
yarn—no other book details this intriguing process. Using the
dyes for natural fibers that are available at most grocery and craft
stores, you can create your own, one-of-a-kind patterns in commercial
yarns or your own handspun. Previous dyeing experience is not required
because the author guides you step-by-step through choosing your
materials and equipment, skeining and preparing your yarn for dyeing,
and painting the yarn. To practice your technique, there are 22
quick and simple projects—each presented with dyeing and knitting
instructions—including fingerless gloves, mittens, a headband,
a child's sweater, leg warmers, an adult vest, and much more! Also
included are suggestions for modifying and embellishing projects
as well as ideas for using your left-over yarn.
Kathleen Taylor is a freelance
knitwear designer and a prolific writer. She is the author of the
popular book Knit One, Felt Too, and her knitting designs
have appeared in more than 50 different magazines. She lives in
Redfield, South Dakota.
Paperbound, 8 1/2 x 9, 104 pages, 60
color photographs,
20 color illustrations, ISBN 1-931499-81-0
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