Books and resources
In this page we gather a selection of digital publications, books and resources developed by our team and our collaborators over the years or through projects we have been involved in. You can freely access and download educational resources and other materials.
The Heritex Toolbox E-book
The Heritex Toolbox E-book is a compilation of Fact Sheets and Storyboards that explore textile heritage, traditional knowledge and sustainable practices through stories, research and historical insights. The Heritex Toolbox was developed within the HERITEX-HUB project and funded by COST - European Cooperation in Science and Technology.
BREAK IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Survival Kit
The Survival Kit is a free digital guidebook developed by the VIC NIC crew as part of BREAK IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, a project exploring music, travel and contemporary culture through talks, masterclasses and shared experiences. The project was financed by Musicaire and Music Moves Europe.
From wool to colour
From Wool to Colour is a handbook of educational activities developed through the CommunityCloth project, funded by the Erasmus+ programme, using wool and natural dyeing as tools to explore sustainability, local resources and textile knowledge through hands-on learning experiences.
Wool, from Sheep to Yarn
From Sheep to Yarn is a handbook developed through the CommunityCloth project, funded by the Erasmus+ programme, introducing the fundamentals of wool processing, from native sheep breeds and raw wool preparation to carding and spinning, as a resource for educators, makers and textile enthusiasts.
Natural Dyeing
Introduction to Natural Dyeing is a handbook developed through the CommunityCloth project, funded by the Erasmus+ programme, exploring the fundamentals of natural dyeing on wool, from mordants and dye recipes to growing dye plants, as a resource for educators, makers and textile enthusiasts.
Effective Training Approaches for Educators and Community Leadership Development
Effective Training Approaches for Educators and Community Leadership Development is a handbook developed through the CommunityCloth project, funded by the Erasmus+ programme, exploring participatory learning methodologies, facilitation techniques and community-led approaches to support inclusive and sustainable educational practices.
Tipologias de Tecelagem de Vinhais
Developed as part of the Cultura para Todos em Vinhais project (Norte-07-4230-FSE-000056) this technical handbook documents and analyses traditional weaving patterns from the Vinhais region in Portugal, making this knowledge accessible to new generations of weavers and supporting the preservation of local textile heritage.
House and cycling survey 2024
This report brings together the results of a survey and focus group sessions exploring the challenges and needs associated with everyday bicycle use in residential contexts, with a focus on accessibility, storage, safety and comfort.