Block Printing on Textiles

Block printing with rubber (sometimes referred to as "linocut" which references the linoleum blocks some people carve instead) is a great way to customize your clothes, curtains, tote bags, and many other textiles! In this class, you will start by designing on paper, learn how to transfer the essence of the design to the block, and then be given instruction on how to carve the block! Once the block is carved, we will use it to print on various textiles using specialty ink. You will be able to take the block home to print on even more items!
There will be some items to choose from to print on, but you're welcome to bring your own! And of course, you get to take home whatever you print on.

Ages: 15+

Instructor: Kady Woods

Optional: Bring your own fabric/textile items to print on. Cotton and cotton blends are perfect for printing on, as well as other natural fabrics like linen and hemp (as long as it is a tight weave) and canvas. Avoid novelty fabrics (fur, highly textured, etc.), polyester, as well as spandex and lycra.

A design to carve printed in black toner from a LASER printer (not inkjet), must be something smaller than 4x6 inches. We will go over how to transfer printed images onto blocks. (optional)

Prerequisites: None!

Cancellations and Refunds: Cancellations made three or more days prior to class will be happily refunded.

Pay It Forward: At LaunchSpace, we want to ensure that all members of our community are able to access the workshops and classes we offer. For this reason, we offer a Pay-It-Forward ticket giving the option for those purchasing tickets to contribute a bit more. Pay-It-Forward tickets support a scholarship for members of our community who would otherwise be unable to attend due to financial barriers.

Access to Art Scholarship: We aim to have all our workshops accessible to all. If you are interested in a financial scholarship to attend this event, let us know! 🎨✨ Apply here

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

LaunchSpace, 131 West Main Street, Orange, United States