Review
Dye Dyeing to Knit by Elaine Eskesen takes the mystery out of dyeing yarn.
Elaine covers color theory and how to use it to dye yarns that work well together. She also has step-by-step instructions on several methods of creating hand-dyed yarns including space-dyeing and hand-painting.
The book focuses on acid dyeing methods that require heat and natural fibers. There is information on how to set up a dye studio, the equipment needed, preparing the yarn, and mixing the dye.
Finally, the book has a section of knitted projects using hand-dyed yarn. There are sections of patterns for solid color yarns, spaced-dyed yarns, and textured yarns.
With so many gorgeous pictures of the hand-dyed yarns in lucious colors and textures, you'll want to get started creating your own hand-dyed yarns.
Product Description
Hand-dyed yarns are so sensuous, with their custom hues and rich blends of colors, that every knitter longs to work with them. But once we've brought home some of those precious skeins, what next? In Dyeing to Knit, designer and dyer Elaine Eskesen demystifies hand-dyed yarns by providing straightforward how-to information both for using the yarns and dyeing your own, and encouraging you to trust your own creative instincts. Includes instructions for 21 patterns, from scarves to sweaters and hats to mittens.
