Wild Nettles: From foraging to fibre

£24.00

Available for Pre-order. Due September 2026.

Wild Nettles: From foraging to fibre Author: Format: Hardback First Published: Published By: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Pages: 160 Illustrations and other contents: 360 Illustrations Language: English ISBN: 9780719847059 Categories: , , , , , ,

This comprehensive book explores the history, magic and practical potential of the stinging nettle; a plant that has inspired folklore and fairy tales for centuries. It explains how to forage and transform the nettle’s silky and sustainable fibres into cordage and yarn, as well as how to make small textile projects. Richly illustrated with inspiring photos, Wild Nettles includes techniques that beginners and experienced textile makers alike can enjoy, with many projects achievable in just a few days.

Weight 0.766 kg
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Author Biography

BRIGITTE KALTENBACHER of BeeKayMakes is a sustainable textile designer-maker, researcher and passionate educator. She creates handwoven textiles from nettles, local wool and organic bast fibres. She regularly teaches about sustainable textiles and fibre processing at universities, heritage museums and workshops.