Indigo Textiles: Technique and History

By Gösta Sandberg and Gosta Sandberg

A fascinating historical survey and practical application of the oldest natural dye in use today: indigo. Visit cultures that have used this wonderful dye and learn the chemistry of the dyeing process. Meet artisans from around the world and discover their techniques. Filled with recipes, tips, suggestions, projects. 184 pages (44 in color), 80 b/w illus., 6 5/8 x 9 3/8.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0937274402
• ISBN13: 9780937274408
• Release Date: December 1989
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 0.8" x 7.0"

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Indigo Textiles: Technique and History Gosta Sandberg [1989] " A fascinating historical survey and practical application of the oldest natural dye in use today: indigo. Visit cultures that have used this wonderful dye and learn the chemistry of the dyeing process. Meet artisans from around the world and discover their techniques." Filled with recipes, tips, suggestions, projects. 184 pages (44 in color), 80 b/w illus.