Dyeing and Screenprinting on Textiles

Dyeing and Screenprinting is a clear, easy-to-follow guide for both students and accomplished artists and designers who wish to expand their knowledge of a range of fascinating techniques. Joanna Kinnersly-Taylor 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, contains a number of new images and features a refreshing new cover.