Episode 4: The flax of my tears
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Episode 4 – The flax of my tears
In this episode I continue my study of plant fibres with flax. I find out what it’s like to spin and dye.
In the eco segment: Are we really living better with chemistry? My continuing saga of dechemicalizing my life and the interesting effect it’s had on my sense of smell.
And in the vegan segment I look into the lives of dairy cows: Is there such a thing as cruelty-free milk?
Show links
Ravelry Garden Spinning group’s Flax SpinAlong
Great article about spinning flax in the Spring 2008 issue of Knitty
Rosemary Gladstar’s book, Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health
Michael Moore’s herbal formulas, including a couple for tooth powder
Herb Mentor – brilliant site, mostly paid, but worth every penny. They have lots of recipes for personal care and cleaning products, especially via the Village Herbalist
Mercy for Animals – Watch the videos in the Investigations section. If you can.
Vegetarian Food for Thought – by Colleen Patrick Goudreau of Compassionate Cooks – download through iTunes
LInda Runyon’s site about wild foods: Of the Field
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