Wild Textiles

Grown, Foraged, Found

By: Alice Fox

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Hardcover | 9 September 2022

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128 Pages

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28.5 x 22 x 1.5

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Alice Fox, artist and author of Natural Processes in Textile Art, works with found, foraged, gathered and grown materials to create fabulous textile pieces that are inspired by, and made from, nature. In this new book, she encourages crafters to be open minded and experimental, using local (and sometimes) unconventional materials, working with the seasons and learning what materials are available at different times of year to ground artists in natural cycles and integrate creative activity with a strong sense of place and character.

Alongside advice on growing your own plants (such as flax or nettles) for creative work, the book is packed with practical ideas for foraging - from weeds, dandelions and other plants useful for making cordage, or leaves that can be stitched, quilted and shaped into vessels, to grass, wool, plastics and mud that can be gathered and delightfully repurposed by the textile artist. Other ideas for found materials include stones, shells and wood that can be wrapped or woven into, as well as a multitude of urban treasures that find a new life in creative hands.

About the Author

Alice Fox is an embroiderer and textile artist who has a strong interest in the natural world. In 2012 she was artist-in-residence at Spurn Point National NatureReserve in East Yorkshire, an experience that has informed much of her recent work. She lives in Shipley, West Yorkshire.

Industry Reviews

'A masterclass in harnessing nature to create sustainable art' Wildflower 'A book with such depth of meaning - this is a mindful tome.' Ailish Henderson Blog 'If you would like to take a more sustainable approach in your textile work, this beautiful book offers plenty of inspiration and advice' The Quilter 'Advice on how to work with foraged, gathered and grown materials to create fabulous textile art pieces. You'll be amazed by the possibilities!' Textile Artist

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