Linen: From Flax Seed to Woven Cloth

A look at the remarkable fiber of linen, from seed to woven fabric. Learn about flax cultivation, processing and spinning, natural and synthetic dyeing, and weaving and finishing linen cloth. Over 230 color photos and over 150 black and white photos and drawings reveal the characteristics of linen and emphasize its practical use. An inspirational chapter includes 15 articles by Canadian and American weavers and photographs of the artists’ works. Throughout you’ll enjoy folklore and historical information, including the use of linen by the ancient Egyptians, a history of Irish linen, and linen’s status in today’s world of fiber and fashion. The story of linen is timeless and fascinating.