{"product_id":"9781849947879","title":"Wild Textiles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWild Textiles\u003c\/strong\u003e is an innovative guide that invites readers to explore the art of sustainable textile creation using materials sourced directly from nature. The book encourages a deep connection with the environment, showcasing how to transform found, foraged, gathered, and grown items into distinctive textile pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core, \u003cstrong\u003eWild Textiles\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes the principles of sustainability and creativity. Readers are urged to experiment with local materials, fostering a respect for seasonal availability and ecological balance. The author provides practical advice on cultivating plants such as flax and nettles for textile use, opening up new avenues for creativity and resourcefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Techniques\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide is rich with practical ideas for foraging a variety of natural materials, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLeaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter offers insights into the properties of these materials, encouraging artists and crafters to think outside the box and utilise what nature provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    “Art is not a thing; it is a way.” – Elbert Hubbard\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its emphasis on creativity and sustainability, \u003cstrong\u003eWild Textiles\u003c\/strong\u003e resonates with readers who appreciate eco-conscious crafting. It complements other works focused on natural art forms, inviting those who enjoyed titles like \u003cstrong\u003eThe Art of Natural Dyeing\u003c\/strong\u003e to delve into the world of textiles created with an organic touch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Batsford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482435281228,"sku":"9781849947879","price":314.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781849947879_9781849947879_front.webp?v=1765303249","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-no\/products\/9781849947879","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}