By Linda Heinrich. This is an update of Heinrich's earlier book The Magic of Linen. It covers the cultivation of linen, both historical and current, processing, spinning, dyeing, weaving and finishing. How-to instruction for spinning, dyeing, and weaving is accompanied by folklore and historical background for these processes. Fifteen projects for table linens, clothing, and decorative items are given in thorough detail. Hundreds of color and black and white photos enhance this comprehensive story of linen.
Hardcover, 231 pages