Wondering what you can make with block printing? Here's a long list of block printing project ideas for fabric or paper. Read through to get inspired then get started right away!
All the tools you need to learn how to create your own block prints on paper. Recommendations for carving tools, printing blocks, and paper.
Want to get started with block printing, specifically how to block print on fabric or paper? This blockprinting 101 post breaks it all down.
While the beauty of these block-printed textiles is a recent discovery for me, the art of block printing is far from new.
This is the ultimate guide to block printing on fabric. You'll learn what blocks and inks to buy whether you're printing on paper or fabric and get my expert opinion on the best supplies for your block printing projects.
Block printing is the oldest technique to create patterns on fabrics by hand & we are trying to act as the connecting threads between you & Indian Fashion.
This step-by-step block printing lesson teaches how to do linocut and foam printing with your students complete with block printing supplies and videos.
Want to get started with block printing, specifically how to block print on fabric or paper? This blockprinting 101 post breaks it all down.
This week, I’m in Jaipur, India, starting my second teaching stint with Ritchie Ace Camps. Last year’s Jaipur experience was amazing (lots of pics here), and I can’t wait to meet everyone who is coming on the 2015 version (although I’m going to miss last year’s group like mad!). I hadn’t used block printing techniques a lot …
"Oh no, what happened??!" I heard this exclamation from across the room during a workshop, so I went over to investigate...but I was pretty sure I already knew what the problem was. Sure enough, while I had been helping one student, another had gone buck wild with the paint and turned he
Discover how to make printed wallpaper - we learn how to turn simple patterns into hand block-printed wallpaper with artist-designer Hugh Dunford Wood
What is block printing? Block printing is when you take a block (wood or otherwise), and carve away parts of the surface. Then you use an ink-covered brayer (roller) to roll color over the surface and press the block down on a piece of paper.
A list of block printing supplies for your own DIY fabric. No-carve options, all the carving tools, inks, & other supplies to get started block printing
Block printing is one of the most ancient printing technique. But do you know that you can create simple blocks by the Use Potato To Do Block Printing.
Want to get started with block printing, specifically how to block print on fabric or paper? This blockprinting 101 post breaks it all down.
People often ask me how I got into block printing and how it ended up as my medium of choice. It's not something I ever learned in 8 years of art school, but when I did finally learn to block print, I was hooked. The color, texture, and simplicity of the entire process was such a treat after havin
A list of block printing supplies for your own DIY fabric. No-carve options, all the carving tools, inks, & other supplies to get started block printing
Remember last week, when I wrote about my friend Kenya, and the natural ink she was experimenting with? Well, she tweaked her recipe a bit (a lot), and brought me two jars of the most beautiful, delicious-smelling cochineal ink. She said something about clove oil preserving the ink, so the ink did smell a bit […]
Take out styrofoam jigsaw relief print on black paper I will be starting a project on Monday working with about 20 elementary school students (range of grade levels from four through eight). They will be creating individual relief based prints from the surface of a product called scratchfoam. The students will be learning a technique called jigsaw block. They first draw an image into the surface of the foam using ballpoint pen. Then waterbased ink is rolled onto the print surface using a rubber brayer and printed using a hand burnishing application onto a piece of paper that is set over top. The foam is first bonded to a thin piece of bristol board using a high tack spray adhesive. The bristol board has a thin layer of water based varathane rolled on the bottom side to help waterproof it and to counter act the tension of the two materials brought together. This prevents it from curling when it is cut apart or when ink is applied to the surface. This sandwich thickness is still pretty easy to cut using scissors. The next step is to dissect the block which will allow it to be printing using a jigsaw technique. I carefully cut the block apart using scissors and xacto blades. The trick was to follow lines already drawn into the foam and use these as a cutting guide . I devised a registration board system so that a 9 x 12 inch piece of scratchfoam was reduced to a 7 x 10 inch block. This left 1 inch strips of scratchfoam which were set along the edge of a 9 x 12 foamcore registration board and held in place with masking tape. The inked pieces were reassembled back into this frame. Each of the 7 individual segments had a colour of ink rolled on and were then reassembled A 9 x 12 piece of black paper was placed over the block and held in place with push pins at top. The placement of the block contained within the one inch strips along the perimeter helped to center the block on the paper and left a one inch border around the image on the paper. I found that Speedball ink has a tendency to dry quickly (even with retarder medium added) so had apply a spray of very fine water mist to reactivate it just before the paper was set over top and hand burnished.I usually spray about 15 - 20 inches above the block and let the mist settle gently and evenly on the surface. Unfortunately a little bit more water collected and caused a little uneveness in the light blue section under the crow and to the left side of the trash can. Anyhow those that work with Speedball might understand some of the challenges it presents. I chose black paper as it provides the dark contrast to define the line in a positive image. If this was printed onto white paper then you would get a neg. image.The students should have some fun with this testing their skills in composition, colour application and exploration of shape, line, texture to name but a few key learning factors. Another thing I have learned is that some of the Speedball inks such as yellow, red and blue do not print as opaque on a black background so by adding just a hint of white ink will help to increase the opacity. But in some cases the transparency factor can be used for effect (for example a pure yellow was printed on to the black paper in the grass section at the bottom of this image and produced a tint of green). If I were to do an edition of prints from the foam block for my own collection (which I may still) would most likely would use an oil based ink and print these on a better quality of printmaking paper that is available in black such as Stonehenge, Somerset or Canson paper.
What is block printing? Block printing is when you take a block (wood or otherwise), and carve away parts of the surface. Then you use an ink-covered brayer (roller) to roll color over the surface and press the block down on a piece of paper.
British textile and print designer Molly Mahon is on a mission to infuse our homes with colour. Using the traditional technique of block printing she speads joy and colour and has just collaborated with Boden
Welcome to block printing heaven, thanks to our friend Arounna from bookhou. Arounna is a maker, teacher, shop owner, author of ‘Punch Needle’ and lover of all things craft. Lately she's been block printing our Four Corner Bags, turning them into works of art. This inspired us to give you a 101 on how to accomplish block printing with our accessories. Continue reading to learn how to block print not only our linen Four Corner Bags but our kraft Project Portfolio and Accessory Roll.
A detailed tutorial for linocut printmakers explaining how to use Ternes Burton registration pins for perfect registration every time.
Block printing adds a ethnic touch to whatever it is done upon, & nevertheless is also one of the easiest printing technique for home printing...
When my friend Amelia announced that she was going to have a baby, I immediately started to print fabric to make a her baby a quilt. Her daughter is now an 18-month-old toddler, and I still haven’t gotten around to making that quilt. Thankfully, Amelia happens to be in my art ladies’ support group, which […]
Yesterday...I finally started working on my block printed fabric! This is something I have wanted to do for quite some time now... I have sketch books with many drawings in them and so many ideas in my head. I have carved out blocks of my drawings, purchased paint and all of the materials needed for surface design..Read book after book and researched other textile designers for inspiration..but I haven't actually put it all into action until now... So here is a sneak peak at the very beginning of Mimi Betancourt Textiles...I have selected to show you a couple of geometrics, although I'm pretty fond of florals and Japanese motifs as well. Today I was playing with mediums (block printing and silk screening) and mixing lots of color...I had a such a blast and I am so inspired. I have a long road ahead, but I know it's all going to happen exactly the way I dream it...Enjoy! Love....
Molly Mahon shares her simple step by step guide to block printing on fabric
The process of handcrafting each product is an art that has been passed down over generations. Each textile is unique and perfect in its own, imperfect way. We recognize the value of taking time to make things by human hands.
Featuring a delicate floral motif pattern hand block printed using traditional printing techniques, we love the soft color and texture that gives this fabric so much character. Made using incredibly soft linen, it is a bit of modern, a bit of boho, and loads of warmth. We’re dreaming of these for farmhouse-style spaces filled with light and greenery. Handwoven by an artisan family in a remote Indian village in India, every yard takes 2 days to finish, made end-to-end in a fair-trade environment. Your fabric is hand block printed and its delicate natural fibers and color can be damaged by machine washing. We recommend dry cleaning for removing stains or for occasional cleaning to keep them in tip-top condition. Block Print Cotton Handloom Linen Fabric Use For Pillow cover ,Curtains, table cloth, care Instructions Dry Clean Only
Molly Mahon shares her simple step by step guide to block printing on fabric
Indian wood block printing, a heritage craft, brings our hand block printed fabrics to life. Learn about block print designs & block prints:
This featured workshop introduces block printing on fabric. Erin Dollar of Cotton & Flax shares how to use the tools and materials in your box correctly to make beautifully printed textiles. We start with an introduction to pattern making and block carving and end with designing and stamping a linen table runner, linen napkins, linen coasters, or linen pouch. Each linen item is hand sewn in Southern California. Block printing is one of the oldest types of printmaking, and is still widely practiced throughout the world. Artisans working within this rich tradition create beautiful designs in relief, and print each design element by hand, creating wonderful variations that look beautifully handmade. Block printing is a great way to instantly personalize fabrics, stationery, and much more, to create custom decor. Using traditional printing practices, you can create unique pieces that will add your individual style to any corner of your home. Adding handmade pattern to your home can create depth and richness to your decor, and you’ll have a story to tell of how each piece came to life. We hope you enjoy this workshop. This workshop includes: A detailed digital workshop on the techniques and execution of block printing by Erin Dollar A live & recorded Maker Chat Q&A with our artist Tools and materials from artisan suppliers, curated for you by Erin The tools & materials included in this kit: 1 2.5oz jar of water-soluble black ink + a reusable inking tray An interchangeable 4″ brayer (we are providing the soft rubber head for our project) A set of lino cutter carving tools (including 5 interchangeable tips) 1 high-density rubber carving block & a graphite pencil A handmade linen item of your choice
