Block Printing
Block Printing is a method of hand printing on textiles with inks. A design is carved into wood or other materials such as lino. Ink is rolled onto the raised area of the carved block and pressed onto fabric. Block printing is also known as Stamping.
Benefits of Block Printing
- Block Printing is a method to print your own designs.
- Block Printing allows you to customize commercially available fabric.
- Block Printing allows you to create a consistant design multiple times.
Tools and Supplies for Block Printing
You will need these items to create your blocks for Block Printing:
- Block for Carving
- Carving tools
- Textile Inks
- Brayer
What I Wish I Knew When I Started Block Printing
You can find vintage wood blocks for BLOCK PRINTING at antiques shows and stores as well as at some quilt shows if you don't want to create your own.
