Over one hundred color photographs illustrate the variety and intensity of colors found in nature.

Jenny Dean's Wild Colour is the modern classic title on traditional dyeing methods. A celebration of the wealth of natural dyes that can be obtained from over 60 species of plants from common marigolds to rhubarb. Part one introduces the concept of natural dyeing and demonstrates how easy it is to get started. All the techniques are explained with step-by-step sequences and photographs. Colour charts help you to work out which method is best for each dye plant and material.Part two reveals the wide range of plants that you can use for natural dyeing. Colour swatches show the tried and tested range of colours you can extract from each plant.

A vibrant picture book featuring an irrepressible new character—perfect for fans of The Dot and Beautiful Oops!—from acclaimed illustrator Julia Denos. In a place where color ran wild, there lived a girl who was wilder still. Her name was Swatch, and color was her passion. From brave green to in-between gray to rumble-tumble pink . . . Swatch wanted to collect them all. But colors don’t always like to be tamed. . . . This is an exuberant celebration of all the beauty and color that make up our lives.

"Putting a brush in the hands of new artists, young and old, heightens their awareness of the power and beauty of nature."

Looking for an enjoyable, relaxing activity that will provide countless hours of fun? Look no further. Grab your coloring pencils or pens and start filling in the drawings in "Mystery Colors." Soon, you’ll uncover the beautiful images hidden on each page. Color by numbers and discover the magic! Each illustration throughout features a magical scene full of intricate designs. From coloring in famous landmarks, animals, landscapes, people and more, these stunning works of art—once completed—will bring joy to your life. Even better: Once completed, you can tear out the pages and use them for decorating or give them as presents to your nearest and dearest. Mystery Colors will surely unleash your inner Picasso.