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Article: Spinning and weaving.(Herbal thymes: plant lore & more)(Brief Article)
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- Country Living Gardener
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- October 1, 2003
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From October 6 to 12, 2003, celebrate the ancient crafts of spinning, weaving, dyeing, and basketmaking that are the heritage of every culture. Here are some herbs and plants that have played a vital role:
Weavers' Herbs
These herbs are indispensable for weaving and care of woven fabrics.
Teasel: dried flower heads used to raise nap on woolen cloth
Pyrethrum, lavender, wormwood, feverfew: insect repellents
Soapwort, a.k.a. fuller's herb; latherwort: soap for delicate fabrics
Spinners' Herbs
These herbs are common sources
of fibers for spinning:
Cotton Hemp
Nettle Flax