Textile Art

Twenty thousand years ago, women were making and wearing the first clothing created from spun fibers. In fact, right up to the Industrial Revolution the fiber arts were an enormous economic force, belonging primarily to women. Despite the great toil required in making cloth and clothing, most books on ancient history and economics have no information on them. Much of this gap results from the extreme perishability of what women produced, but it seems clear that until now descriptions of prehistoric and early historic cultures have omitted virtually half the picture. 

There is a major disconnect between what we wear and our knowledge of its impact on land, air, water, labor, and human health. Even those who value access to safe, local, nutritious food have largely overlooked the production of fiber, dyes, and the chemistry that forms the backbone of modern textile production. While humans are 100 percent reliant on their second skin, it’s common to think little about the biological and human cultural context from which our clothing derives.

How is a handmade fabric helping save an ancient forest? Why is a famous fabric pattern from India best known by the name of a Scottish town? How is a Chinese dragon robe a diagram of the whole universe? What is the difference between how the Greek Fates and the Viking Norns used threads to tell our destiny? In Fabric, bestselling author Victoria Finlay spins us round the globe, weaving stories of our relationship with cloth and asking how and why people through the ages have made it, worn it, invented it, and made symbols out of it. And sometimes why they have fought for it.

From colorful 30,000-year-old threads found on the floor of a Georgian cave to the Indian calicoes that sparked the Industrial Revolution, The Golden Thread weaves an illuminating story of human ingenuity. Design journalist Kassia St. Clair guides us through the technological advancements and cultural customs that would redefine human civilization - from the fabric that allowed mankind to achieve extraordinary things (traverse the oceans and shatter athletic records) and survive in unlikely places (outer space and the South Pole).

Unveil the secrets of textile transformation with "Color Craft," your comprehensive guide to the vibrant world of dyeing and finishing. Begin your adventure in "Color Craft" with a solid foundation—a thorough exploration of textile coloration and finishing awaits in the opening chapter. You'll gain insights into the essential techniques that form the bedrock of all textile crafts. Grasp the nuances of different dyeing technologies, and learn how finishing processes add that professional touch to your personal gear. Ready to get hands-on? "Color Craft" guides you through the practical art ...

Slaves to Fashion is a cultural history of the black dandy, from his emergence in Enlightenment England to his contemporary incarnations in the cosmopolitan art world. Interpreting performances and representations of black dandyism in particular cultural settings and literary and visual texts, Monica L. Miller emphasizes the importance of sartorial style to black identity formation in the Atlantic diaspora.

Bloomsbury presents Patch Work by Claire Wilcox, read by Antonia Beamish. A TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 'I am overwhelmed by this book. It is an absolute masterpiece. A book of such beauty and profundity, of such poetry in its emotion and observation ... I found my sense of life transformed by...

Dive into the vibrant world of textile arts with "Color Palette Mastery," the must-have eBook for both novices and seasoned enthusiasts seeking to elevate their mastery of color. This meticulously crafted guide opens the doors to a spectrum of knowledge, empowering you with a keen understanding of how to harness color's boundless potential. Embark on a journey that begins with the essence of color in textile arts, delving into the foundational color theory basics that underpin the medium's visual language. Discover the profound psychological impact colors can exert and explore the rich ...

The book Textile Designs Unveiled authored by Dr. Meenaketan Pattnaik, a design academician and researcher from temple city Bhubaneswar, India, is an important book on lifestyle and contains 90 selected textile designs must be kept in institutional libraries for references of students and researchers.

Look closely at any typically "American" article of clothing these days, and you may be surprised to see a Japanese label inside. From high-end denim to oxford button-downs, Japanese designers have taken the classic American look - known as ametora, or "American traditional" - and turned it into a huge business for companies like Uniqlo, Kamakura Shirts, Evisu, and Kapital. This phenomenon is part of a long dialogue between Japanese and American fashion.

McQueen had risen from humble beginnings as the youngest child of an East London taxi driver to scale the heights of fame, fortune and glamour. He designed clothes for the world's most beautiful women, including Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell. In business he created a multimillion-pound luxury brand that became a favourite with both celebrities and royalty, most famously the Duchess of Cambridge, who wore a McQueen dress on her wedding day. But behind the confident facade and bad-boy image lay a sensitive soul who struggled to survive in the ruthless world of fashion.

Embark on a journey into the enchanting world of textiles with "Warp and Weft Wonders," your comprehensive guide to the timeless craft of weaving. Whether you're a novice entranced by the rhythm of the loom, or a seasoned weaver seeking to broaden your tapestry of skills, this cutting-edge eBook ushers you into a haven of creativity and innovation in the art of interlacing threads. Dive into 'Discovering the Loom,' the first chapter, which seamlessly introduces you to the essential weaving tools, setting the stage for a flourishing weaving practice. Greet each chapter with anticipation as ...

Crochet for Beginners Pursuing a hobby such as crochet can bring immense satisfaction, providing a good way of relaxing and unwinding from daily stress. However, do you have what it takes to start crocheting? If you are new to crochet, you might not know where to start, which is where this book comes in – serving as a good introduction for those who are eager to pursue this relaxing hobby. You’ll find out everything, starting from the early history of crochet and the way in which this hobby gained popularity, to the tools and materials you need in order to get started, alongside other ...

When a priceless Revolutionary War banner vanishes from the Smithsonian, one brilliant textile scientist and her impossibly arrogant cat must unravel a 200-year-old conspiracy hidden in silk and secrets. Dr. Eliza Bennett came to Washington D.C. for one reason: to deliver an academic lecture and return to the safety of her New York laboratory. She definitely didn't plan on her consulting partner—an orange-and-white cat named Merlin with a superiority complex and inexplicable deductive powers—knocking over spools of thread to reveal clues, or on stumbling into the theft of a national ...

Brimming with rich, electrifying tales of the precious dye and its ancient heritage, Indigo is also the story of a personal quest: Catherine McKinley is the descendant of a clan of Scots who wore indigo tartan; Jewish "rag traders"; a Massachusetts textile factory owner; and African slaves - her ancestors were traded along the same Saharan routes as indigo, where a length of blue cotton could purchase human life.

Step into a world where colors are more than just shades on a wall; they are the whispers of your home telling its unique story. "The Art of Color" is your guide to understanding the secrets of the chromatic world, transforming your living spaces into harmonious sanctuaries of hue and vibrancy. As you immerse yourself in the psychology of color, you'll discover how every shade can influence emotions and set the ambiance of a room. From the tranquil blues that calm to the energetic reds that invigorate, you'll begin to see your home as a canvas for your personal expression. Unravel the ...

A thought-provoking microhistory of the humble pocket that uncovers what pockets reveal about us—and why it matters. It’s a subject that stirs up plenty of passion: Why do men’s clothes have so many pockets and women’s so few? In her captivating book, Hannah Carlson, a lecturer in dress...

Abandoned at six months old and raised in a religious home, Jen Principe had a less-than-glamorous childhood. Her father’s romantic entanglement with their housekeeper triggered a web of lies and over a decade of physical abuse, with Jen as the one-and-only target. But there was one constant in her life: fashion. Using her wardrobe as an outlet, Jen masked her adolescent trauma at home by changing her identity with different clothing trends. Learning the powerful psychological impact behind what we wear ultimately led to her dream job as a celebrity fashion stylist.

¿Te gustaría saber cómo la ropa que llevas puede cambiar tu vida? ¿Quieres aprender a usar la moda como una herramienta para mejorar tu imagen, tu autoestima, tu comunicación y tus relaciones? ¿Te interesa conocer los secretos psicológicos que se esconden detrás de las tendencias, las marcas, los colores y los estilos?

American Dreamer brims with anecdotes that cover Tommy's years as a club kid and scrappy entrepreneur in 1970s New York as well as unique insights into the exclusive A-list personalities with whom he's collaborated and interacted, from Mick Jagger and David Bowie to Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein. But this is more than just a fashion icon's memoir - it's a road map for building a brand, both professionally and personally.