All About Silk: Metamorphosis of an Unlikely Textile Fiber

Silk is an unlikely textile fiber, pulled in a long, unbroken strand from the cocoon of an unremarkable moth. The moth's caterpillar — better known as a silkworm — spins the cocoon for protection during metamorphosis from larva to adult. With a lot of help from humans, the fiber goes through a metamorphosis of its own and is transformed into fabrics of exceptional beauty and luster. This award-winning book explains how it is done, with clear, uncomplicated language and more than 300 color photos and illustrations.


Awards

Winner, 2019 Eric Hoffer Awards, E-Book Nonfiction

Grand Prize Short List, 2019 Eric Hoffer Awards

Gold medalist, 2018 eLit Awards, Best Reference Book

Gold medalist, 2018 eLit Awards, Best How-To Book (Crafts/Hobby/Industrial Arts)

Silver medalist, 2018 Independent Publisher Book Awards, Best E-Book Design


Julie Parker is a former newspaper editor turned fabric junkie. She collects fibers and fabrics from around the world and has a special passion for explaining textile nuances to aspiring garment designers. Her Fabric Reference Series has been used by leading universities to teach students of textiles and apparel design, including Parsons The New School of Design in New York.