Block Print Tea Towel
Instructions
Optional: Create your own pattern
Watch this video to see how I created my design using Easel, and use the same techniques to create your stamp design.
Follow the carving instructions using your new files.
Carve the design
Using either the provided designs "(located here)":http://easel.inventables.com/projects/7OK8XY0cjf9R8SoSue2qGg, or the designs you created yourself, carve the design out of the linoleum blocks.
Measure the thickness of your linoleum block and set the Z-value to that measurement. Secure the block to the wasteboard using double stick tape.
I used the 1/32 2FL fishtail bit (white ring) set to a depth of .05. Carve.
Leave the block attached to the wasteboard.
Estimated time: 50 minutes
Carve the stamps out from the block
If your design does not fill the entire block, cut off the excess portion. If you are using the provided design, use "this file":http://easel.inventables.com/projects/sVUMFpmwCklAPApKT38kdg. Set your material to MDF and use a 1/8th inch bit (1/8 1FL Sprial Upcut, gray ring).
I changed the cut settings to a custom depth per pass of .03”, because the recommended depth is a little aggressive for a small piece.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Print your design
Using fabric printing inks and an ink roller, print your design on a tea towel, cloth napkin, pillowcase cover, curtains, or anything else you can think of!
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