About this item
No crafter should feel limited by the yarn colors available in a favorite fiber shop — not when it’s so fun and satisfying to hand-dye yarn and fleece right in the kitchen. Ultimate color control is now within the reach of anyone who loves yarn and fleece. In Hand Dyeing Yarn and Fleece, self-taught dyer Gail Callahan uses fiber, color, and heat to create exciting new yarns and yarn colors. Her recipe-style instructions lead readers through a variety of simple techniques that turn plain or outdated yarns into colorful fibers, customized by color and quantity for the project at hand. And there are even eight projects for knitters eager to use their new yarns.Standard kitchen equipment is all that's needed to set up a kitchen dye shop.
About the Author
Gail Callahan, the Kangaroo Dyer was dragged kicking and screaming to dyeing, because of need; the beautiful yarn she wanted to weave was only available in a natural color. She began dyeing with great trepidation, and now, dyes any animal fiber in sight. After discovering the joy of dyeing she feels that anyone can learn simple techniques, dye any color, and appreciate the joy of creating their own yarns. Gail has developed a concept of a "color grid" to help others understand how a project comes together, what brings it to life, and makes it exciting; no matter what the medium. This Original Color Grid is now available as a free standing unit, also available on Amazon. Gail dyes yarn and fabric as the Kangaroo Dyer on her own web site: www.kangaroodyer.com and at www.yarn.com for Webs, America's yarn store.
