Stash Books - Art of Fabric Block Printing

Art of Fabric Block Printing

Learn block printing through 12 projects for custom garments

Carving techniques that produce clean, repeatable images; registration methods for multi-color prints; and ink application that yields consistent results across different fabric weights. Andria Green structures the book around twelve finished projects, from simple tote bags to complex quilted pieces, each demonstrating specific technical skills while producing genuinely useful items.

The templated designs provide starting points for artists new to block carving, eliminating the intimidation of designing from scratch while teaching fundamental composition principles. As you work through projects, you'll develop the hand control needed for precise carving and the timing sense required for successful ink transfer. The 128 pages cover fabric preparation, workspace setup, troubleshooting common printing problems, and techniques for combining multiple blocks into cohesive patterns.

Whether you're printing yardage for garment construction or creating one-of-a-kind fabric panels for quilting, these methods scale from small accessory projects to full home goods applications. The paperback format lies flat during studio work, keeping instructions visible while your hands stay occupied with carving and printing.