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Materials Collection

Flax Fiber

Common

Flax fiber is a type of bast fiber, extracted from the inner bark of the flax plant's stem. This flax sample was grown and harvested at Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, North Carolina. It displays an over-retted treatment, resulting in coarser and darker-colored fibers.

Regional Material

Uses in Craft

Flax fiber is used to produce linen and is often used to make garments, bedding, lace, twine, and rope.

Supplier Description

Wild Earth Textiles is owned by weaver, spinner and natural dyer Melanie Wilder. Wilder has been weaving for 20 years. She is inspired by the natural world around us, it’s cycles, and what lessons we can learn from observation. Wilder’s work emphasizes the use of natural fibers, natural dyes, and locally sourced materials. Incorporating the use of local materials helps to nurture a sense of place and belonging, a deep connection that brings life.

Supplier

Supplier LOCATION

Location

Asheville, North Carolina

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