Item #151214 The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song. Christian Zinzendorf, Johannes Zinzendorf.
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song
The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song

The Big Book of Flax: A Compendium of Flax Facts, Art, Lore, Projects and Song

Atglen, Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, 2011. Hardcover. Glossy, color-illustrated boards with blue/white lettering. Matching dj. Photographic end papers. 240 pp. with 414 images in color and b/w. Inscribed by the authors. NF (Small ding to dj at head of spine; else as new). Item #151214
ISBN: 9780764337154

The fascinating story of the flax-to-linen process in history and legend. This comprehensive study covers thousands of years, from how flax was cultivated in the Middle East and Europe to its beginnings in America, through to its use in the 21st century. Includes guidelines for planting, harvesting, breaking, spinning, weaving, and other processes, along with guidelines for collecting tools, spinning wheels, and antique linens and clothing. Learn how to make a rope bed, a linseed oil lamp and how to bake with flax seed. A wonderful resource for history buffs, collectors, educators, and anyone interested in this ancient yet still-modern craft. Beautifully-illustrated. With resources listed by both subject and chapter.

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