Dyeing and Screen-Printing on Textiles, Paperback

This is a clear, easy-to-follow guide for students, accomplished artists and designers who want to expand their knowledge of techniques for dyeing and screenprinting on textiles.  The book covers many of the key processes used in creating dyed and screen-printed fabrics using a range of synthetic dyes. Included are recipes for cloth preparation, instructions for dyeing, printing, and fixing dyes, designing repeats, and preparing imagery and screens for exposure. The step-by-step instructions are accompanied by inspirational illustrations from practitioners around the world. Advice is also given on equipment needed for setting up a studio and safe working practice.This new edition of Dyeing and Screenprinting on Textiles has been fully updated and contains many new photographs.