Tutorial : Block Printing Basics - Inking and Printing on Fabric

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Valori Wells from the Stitchin' Post shows you how to ink and print on fabric with a hand-carved block.
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Stitchin’ Post was founded in 1975 by Jean Wells in Sisters, OR. Jean, and her daughter Valori, still own and run the shop as a maker's mercantile offering quality supplies for many crafts and fiber arts. We believe in customer service, education, and supporting both our local and the maker communities. We’re also the founder of the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show and Quilters Affair.

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@AlextheENTP Год назад

What a lovely teacher! So much useful information given in a few minutes, but there's no rushing at all, just lots of calming fun. I remember doing prints like these in high school, and I'm sooo excited to revive some of my favourite art techniques with a new perspective. Thank you for the inspiration and encouragement.

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@MsRidolfi Год назад

This is a great tutorial. The explanations are given at a tempo that is just right. Enough detail to let you know what to do, what to avoid, and how to clean up. Everything I needed. Thank you! P.S. There's no distracting music in the background!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Thanks Lisa!

@Sdfckz 10 месяцев назад

VERY helpful, i couldnt figure out what i was doing wrong until i watched this. thank you!

@Stitchinpost 10 месяцев назад

Glad it helped!

@susanmaxwell6831 Год назад

I am a printmaker and a teacher of printmaking. Your information is great and well explained. I suggested your video for my students to watch.

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Awesome, thank you!

@juliebayless Год назад

Thank you, Valori! Looking forward to getting (back, after a 50 year hiatus) into block printing. Great, detailed advice.

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it was helpful

@jasoncooley1907 25 дней назад

Very good demonstration

@dthadalluki6931 3 года назад

I'm amazed to see how well explained this tutorial is. Its looks simple but the little details like the handling of brayer and where she explains cons of excess ink is wonderful.

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Thank you. We're happy it was useful.

@esthershuruggs430 3 года назад

Thank you, great demonstration.👍🏾

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

You're very welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.

@emilykouri9042 3 месяца назад

Fantastic tips! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge on this.

@Stitchinpost 3 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ReadingThing 3 года назад

Excellent tutorial! Thank you so much!

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@kerncraftartgraphics 2 года назад

Great tutorial, very clear with the details of the ink. Thanks!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@tanyasharadamba1264 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for every bit of this awesome explanation!👏🏼 ❤

@Stitchinpost 8 месяцев назад

You are so welcome!

@DjHappyscrappin 3 года назад

Very clear instructions. Thanks again 😊

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Eiris13 4 месяца назад

You are a great teacher! So many good tips!

@Stitchinpost 4 месяца назад

Thanks so much!

@susanbuckingham4981 2 года назад

Thanks, Val…great video!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad you liked it!

@anotherlousytourist8788 Год назад

I really appreciate all the detail here! Thank you.

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ruth8315 10 месяцев назад

So brilliant and helpful, can’t wait to try! Thanks

@Stitchinpost 10 месяцев назад

Have fun!

@christennastamm6002 3 года назад

Great, informative and I think I can do this with confidence. Going to keep it simple to start with and build my skills :) Thank you!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You can do it!

@lorenlash9174 2 года назад

Excellent tutorial, my friend, many thanks!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad you liked it!

@hannahpenner-smith6897 4 месяца назад

Thank you! This is super informative and helpful!

@Stitchinpost 4 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@jeanneecom8098 4 года назад

Thanks Val that looks so fun.

@Stitchinpost 4 года назад

You're welcome Jeanne!

@catherinemiles8021 4 месяца назад

Fantastic demonstration 😊 Thank you for sharing

@Stitchinpost 4 месяца назад

Thanks for watching!

@ninimarini3487 Год назад

Such a great tutorial. I appreciated the details and tips learned over the years. Thank you.

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@deelicious084 2 года назад

I loved this tutorial. 💖All the tips and troubleshooting. Very informative and inspirational. Thank you!✨

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@paulgoebertp 2 года назад

this is so easy to understand, and full of charm, I can't wait to start making my own block prints. Thank you, Valori!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@bonnybrookmuggsy 3 года назад

Best basic video I've seen so far on fabric printing with a carved stamp! Thank you!

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Wow, thank you!

@shabistankhan7152 Год назад

Thank you! A pleasant experience

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Our pleasure!

@Bvrld 3 года назад

Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. I admire how informative, clear, and straightforward this video is. I appreciate you uploading it. Thank you! ✨

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@caroleseubert6810 3 года назад

How excited and thankful am I to find your talented self doing these tutorials?!!! The Wells gals are super talented and super generous in sharing those talents. Gonna add your tips to my toolbox to combine printing - diy gel plates & other forms- on fabric with working up fabric strata for a variety of makes. Sweet! .

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Thank you so much!!

@zacknconnorgaming8160 Год назад

Excellent, very clear demo of how to ink a block print.

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@noeliaordenescastillo940 11 месяцев назад

thanks a lot ❤ I really enjoyed your video. I will make sure to follow all of ur advices

@Stitchinpost 10 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@mguignard70 2 года назад

Thank you for a clear and detailed presentation. I feel confident, I can do this after viewing your video.

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Thank you and you might be interested in Val's class she does on this which has a lot more detail of the process. Watch our website for an announcement in late Summer/early Fall.

@Ihavetodothis000 Год назад

Fantastic Demo! Thank you. :)

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad you liked it!

@lizz7339 3 года назад

Thanx for sharing these great tips

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad you like them!

@Ghost-lt4sf 2 года назад

Super duper helpful! Thank you so much!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@gingerpearson6065 2 года назад

Thanks for clear instruction and helpful tips on how to avoid problems

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@bhavanarastogi9061 Месяц назад

Lovely!

@marygroft3790 3 года назад

This is an excellent instructional video. She’s a very fine teacher.

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Thank you!

@thebardens8091 3 года назад

Excellent tutorial feel I can have a go now...

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Great to hear!

@kahliakontoolas2834 3 года назад

Thank you! This was such a helpful video : )

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

You're so welcome!

@rosiemoss6131 3 месяца назад

Great tutorial! I'm giving this a go for the first time today so this was so helpful to watch before hand, thankyou!

@Stitchinpost 3 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@elizabethpiccolo5534 Год назад

Fun tutorial! I just recently got into painting fabric, I’m still learning. Love your headband!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Thank you! 😊

@richardjones7433 5 месяцев назад

Good detailed explanations.

@Stitchinpost 5 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Lele15728 3 года назад

This was throughout and clear. Great video!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@marykeane7999 3 года назад

very helpful...excellent demonstration

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad you think so!

@olvahollowell9623 2 года назад

This was a great video!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@sarahanderson2268 Год назад

Great video! I was having trouble with shadowing on my prints and with your techniques, this should fix the problem. Thank you!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad it helped!

@MsOceanRiver 4 года назад

Thanks for this. I've always wondered how it was done. I've had the thought to print fabric on my gel plate with acrylics mixed with Gac. Haven't tried that yet but will. 🌿

@Stitchinpost 4 года назад

Glad you enjoyed the video Marna

@thekangapress6616 Год назад

fantastic!

@karine2785 3 года назад

I got great tips! Thank you so much!

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@lorettaarlotta8450 Год назад

wonderful information

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad you think so!

@ameemoha5687 Год назад

Thanx alot great tutorial..Nice teacher

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Glad you liked it!

@grimgardentv8051 2 года назад

very helpful, thank you so much!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You're welcome!

@Ka-ly8oi 3 года назад

Thank you, very informative.

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@HoliHealerz 2 года назад

Very cool! Very complete and omg...I think I can do this. Thanks for making it idiot proof. 👍👍👍

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You are very welcome!

@K10jak 3 года назад

Cookie cutter sheet! What a good idea!

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Thank you! 😊

@HoliHealerz 2 года назад

By the way, great energy!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

I appreciate that! Thanks

@sojaboon6327 2 года назад

Oh wow.. I actually got some really great tips out of this video! Also, I like to compare the texture of my rolled out ink to the texture of an orange peel! So when the ink on my surface/roller looks like the skin of an orange, I usually declare it ready to go!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Great tip! Glad it was helpful.

@mohamedkaflan5699 3 года назад

Very good explanation.. Thanks a lot

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad you liked it

@darussianping61 2 года назад

great tut

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful

@suziedavis9675 2 года назад

Thanks, Val! Great demo and inspiration! I found some blocks my daughter carved in high school art class, and I want to surprise her with a printed table runner for her upcoming birthday. Hopefully I can find the supplies locally, because I don't have time to get them via an online order.

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Good luck!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

From Val: You can’t save the ink because it dries up and does not roll out very well. I have not found a way to re-constitute the ink so it is better practice to use small amounts. Fabric is washable after two days. I have not found my ink to fade.

@samirahandam7331 4 года назад

Very helpful

@roxannewheeler 2 года назад

Thank you!❤️

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You’re welcome 😊

@magsstraatman7221 3 года назад

This is really helpful! THANK YOU! I'm having some trouble getting crisp result, but I think I might be over-inking my block :)

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ethelperera6400 8 месяцев назад

Thank you

@Crabtreesmudge 2 года назад

Oh my gosh thank you this is the best tutorial ive found. i can see now what ive been doing wrong.

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Glad it helped!

@daljeetkaur1837 2 года назад

Very beautiful thank you sister

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it

@bluestar.8938 Год назад

Thank you : )

@karenmattiazzo6639 5 месяцев назад

This was such a good tutorial, thank you! Im starting to use block printing after carving my designs and was curious to why the paint wasn't behaving well, the outline of my drawing was too thin in the middle of the line, but not on the outside of the line.. So I decided to not use the roll except to spread the paint into the transparent silicon piece, but to press the block stamp straight into the spread out paint! and it worked great too, thicker lines and all covered by the paint.. so I guess it depends on the hand pressure and expertise (I just started btw), this way I tried worked nicely, but how you taught to spread the paint was an essential tip, I wouldn't know if you hadn't told me so thanks again :))

@Stitchinpost 5 месяцев назад

So glad it was helpful!

@wren3164 3 года назад

thank you

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed the video

@bonniehyden962 10 месяцев назад

I had an idea! 💡 ...🤔 ...it might require special designs. Embroidery is too much time and labor. Block printing? ...but I know NOTHING beyond that term. Dear Lady, you've opened a door for me! What a great teacher you are! Methinks I really want to pursue this new skill. Do you have further videos for instruction? Thank you so very much?

@Stitchinpost 10 месяцев назад

Yes there are a few other videos on our channel. Valori also teaches a block printing class online that you can watch for on our website.

@bonniehyden962 10 месяцев назад

@@Stitchinpost , thank you, M'am.

@feliciavanbork4204 2 года назад

Loved this clear and concise video! Maybe dry off the ink knife after cleaning to prevent rusting?

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Thanks! The spatula is stainless steel, but it never hurts to dry it :)

@denisewarheit556 3 года назад

Your prints are beautiful. I just did a speedy carve falcon on a t-shirt with speedy carve ink. Unfortunately, I was a little impatient and wore the shirt before letting it set 24 hours. Opps! That will not be my practice piece.

@sndygskylr Год назад

Can’t wait to do/try this. Q: why can’t you save your leftover ink in an airtight container? Q#2: is your fabric piece washable? Will the ink fade? So glad I found a really good, precise teacher♥️

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Thanks Sandy. Even air tight containers often dry out and the consistency of the ink really matters. It won't hurt to experiment though, you might have different results, Central Oregon is very dry. Yes you can wash it. Read your ink bottle, it usually takes a few days to cure but then you can wash as normal for the fabric.

@musikk494 Год назад

great toturial! cant wait to try it out myself! btw, do you also wash the blockstamp after use?

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Yes I do!

@JBURTENSHAW 3 года назад

Very helpful tutorial, thank you! Can I ask if you know if this new Speedball ink is non-toxic? Thanks...

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

It doesn't say non-toxic on the tube, so I'm guessing it's not. To know for sure you'd need to check Speedball's website. Hope that helps.

@abigailtryingthings Год назад

Hi, this was so so helpful!!! Is there any way to speed up the drying process instead of letting it air dry? Have you ever used a heat gun or would you recommend it? thank you!!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

No safe speedy way. Even when dry to the touch the ink needs to cure.

@greengal4747 3 года назад

Thanks for the great tutorial. There was 2 shades of blue paint on the acrylic plate. are both the same paint or different.

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

They are both Speedball ink for fabric, but in two different colors

@SUMUstudio 2 года назад

Amazing thank you! Where did you get the flower block stamp from?

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

Val carves the blocks herself. We have other videos on how she does that if you're interested.

@SUMUstudio 2 года назад

@@Stitchinpost Great! thank you

@danieladelpozo1989 3 года назад

Great video! Very informative and clear. I just have a question, at the end do you clean the stamp and the roller with water?

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

I clean my blocks and rollers with a little dawn dish soap and warm water. Sometimes I also use a sponge or brush.

@danieladelpozo1989 3 года назад

@@Stitchinpost thank you (:

@Sara-qz1mg 3 года назад

Hi! love the video! Was just wondering is there a way you fixated the print so it doesn't wash off? thank you!

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

With Speedball ink, the print needs to cure for a week without washing then it will be set. Leave it out, exposed to air and that's all you need to do.

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

It will be permanent within a couple of days of drying. You can heat set it if you want. - Val

@ColleenTempleart 3 года назад

Great tutorial! Is there something else you can use other than your palm to press it onto fabric?

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Yes you can. You can use a tool called a baren. We don't have them in stock, but you can find one at online at Dick Blick or other similar art supply store.

@ExtremistPullup Год назад

Thanks for the tutorial, any need to prep the fabric such as iron it, or put it on a hard surface when stamping?

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Yes fabric should be clean and ironed. It helps the block to fully press into the fabric if you place a layer of batting underneath where you're stamping.

@hidegrl 2 года назад

Thanks for the great tutorial! Does the round flower looking block have a name? I have been fascinated by that design and I am looking for the block. Thanks in advance =)

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

The block doesn't have a name. I did include the design into my Block Printing Pattern. - Val

@randycamp4280 3 года назад

Trying not to ask a dumb question here, but if you wash the garment if and when it was dirty, wouldn't the ink print you just made wash away? I picked up some Speedball ink in a tube like yours and the clean up is with soap and water. If there is a way to not see your work disappear please share for people like me that don't know how. Your tutorial was very good! I have a couple of blocks that I wanted to try and your instructions helped me achieve that. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Years. This next year has to get better I pray.

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Hi Randy, First off make sure you have the ink that will print on fabric (speedball makes a number of kinds of ink) The ink has a curing time of one week, then it can be laundered with no problems. I hope that helps!

@TheSongwritingCat 3 года назад

Great tutorial. How does the ink do on thinner fabrics? For example, does it dry stiff enough to distort a chiffon sort of scarf fabric? I assume it's fine for tote bags and heavier weight cotton but I'm curious what happens if you're using the fabric for garments.

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Hi, Val's on vacation this week so I can't get an answer from the true expert, but while I've never tired tried chiffon I don't think the ink will distort it. The ink doesn't sit on top of the fabric it soaks in more like a dye. I'd try a sample on a small piece to be sure though.

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

It can get a little stiff if you printed on silk or voile or something light like that. The ink sits on the top of the fibers so it will add a layer and with thinner fabric it can go through the fabric. I have printed on t-shirts and other fabrics that can be used for clothing. - Val

@MissLinn95 3 года назад

This was so helpful! Is it possible to get good prints with white ink on a darker fabric though?

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Yes you can! It's one of Val's favorite ways to print. Make sure you get opaque white ink though. You can find it here stitchinpost.com/speedball-fabric-block-printing-ink

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

I use the Opaque White on darker fabrics, it is a thicker ink and you have to make sure you have good thin layers of ink on the block. takes a little practice but you can get good results.- Val

@earth2becky 2 года назад

Great demonstration and explanations!! Thank you. Question tho, is there a reason you don't save the ink you don't use? When I paint in oil, I always save my pallet in an airtight container in the freezer. Some people save it in a jar. Anyway, lots of great info today!!!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

This type of ink seems to dry up regardless of how you store it. Maybe you'll have better luck

@earth2becky 2 года назад

@@Stitchinpost good to know, thank you!

@magdalenaburns5521 2 года назад

Is it possible to print like this on a t-shirt or baby onesie? Would I have to use some kind of stabilizer? Great video, thanks!

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

I wouldn’t do a stabilizer, but I would put a piece of thicker paper or cardboard between the layers of the shirt, or the onesie, so the ink doesn’t go through.

@magdalenaburns5521 2 года назад

@@Stitchinpost thanks for replying so soon. I really appreciate it!

@OCSKpostoj Месяц назад

hey, thanks for video

@Stitchinpost 29 дней назад

The type of ink used makes more difference then the type of fabric. Check your ink container for the most accurate drying times.

@klungelair 4 месяца назад

If you do multiple colour print on fabric, how long you have to wait for printing the next colour?

@eliseartzs Год назад

Hi I have a question! Can you wash the T-shirt with the print on without the print going away? If so, what is the limited heat to wash the T-shirt with the ink? Thank you so much for the tutorial!

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Yes you can! Read the instructions from the ink you're using. Speedball need to cure for a few days then you can wash. Higher temps will eventually fade the ink (like they do everything else). I have a set of napkins we've used weekly for years that I printed on and wash regularly - they still look good.

@rosefriedman2764 15 дней назад

Is the speedball ink food safe for kitchen towels once cured?

@Stitchinpost 13 дней назад

I'm not sure. You'd need to check the packaging or the manufacturer's website.

@nailaahmadUK 3 года назад

Hi, how do you heat set the ink? What do you suggest to make it permanent?

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

It will be permanent after two days. But you set with iron if you want.

@pacolli Год назад

I'm curious, have you tried saving the ink to reuse it? Also thanks for the tip about resting the roller upwards ;)

@Stitchinpost Год назад

Yes, the ink dries out quickly and the results aren't the same.

@pacolli Год назад

@@Stitchinpost Thank you!!!

@devikscreation5741 3 года назад

Nicely done where to find those stamps and ink

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

Thanks. You can find the inks, carving blocks, and all the tools you need to block print here stitchinpost.com/mixed-media?cat=627

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

The ink we sell in the shop. The stamps I carved. You can learn to carve your own. - Val

@sandyfrancsak148 3 года назад

When block printing should you use an iron to set the paint Thank you

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

No need. Just wait for it to fully dry.

@beverlymyers4682 9 месяцев назад

Is the process the same for wood block printing?

@Stitchinpost 9 месяцев назад

Sorry, we haven't tried that. Should be similar but you'd need different ink.

@ShellyDub1 3 года назад

Is there anything you can use to mount/attach your block to? For me it’s a little tricky handling something like the circle you used in the video. Especially as I get ink on my fingers...

@Stitchinpost 3 года назад

It's not something I've tried. My only thought would be a wood block cut to size. Whatever you use, it needs to keep the block flat and able to have even pressure applied to it. Good luck.

@Stitchinpost 2 года назад

I don't use anything but I am sure you could come up with some sort of wood piece you could mount on or maybe plastic - I would make sure you can get even pressure on the block. - Val