Book : Filer les fibres naturelles (French Book)

By Camille Brabant & Naomi Rossignol — A complete guide to spinning natural fibers

Please note: This book is written entirely in French.

“Filer les fibres naturelles” is a beautifully crafted and thoughtful introduction to spinning plant and animal fibers. Written by designers-turned-artisans Camille Brabant and Naomi Rossignol, this book blends traditional techniques with a modern ecological perspective.

Through clear instructions, illustrations, and accessible language, the authors explore spinning from raw fibers such as hemp, nettle, wool, and more, guiding readers step-by-step from fiber preparation to spinning at the spindle or spinning wheel.

Perfect for fiber artists who want to deepen their understanding of natural materials and reconnect with meaningful, sustainable textile practices.

Key Features

• Language: French
• Authors: Camille Brabant & Naomi Rossignol
• Publisher: Ulmer (Collection Résiliences)
• Publication Year: 2023
• Format: 20 × 16 cm
• Pages: 128 pp.
• ISBN: 978-2-37922-303-7

What You Will Learn

• Preparing natural fibers: washing, retting, fermenting, combing, carding
• Spinning techniques: spindle, spinning wheel, drafting methods
• Working with both plant fibers (hemp, nettle, flax) and animal fibers (wool, horsehair…)
• Understanding sustainable textile production
• Exploring local, natural, and ethical approaches to fiber art

Who Is This Book For?

• Spinners (beginners to intermediate)
• Weavers curious to prepare their own fibers
• Fiber artists exploring natural, plant-based, or local fibers
• Makers interested in slow, sustainable textile practices

Why We Recommend It

• Clear, modern, approachable writing
• Aesthetic and practical illustrations
• Strong ecological and artisanal focus
• Perfect resource for anyone wanting to spin with intention and authenticity