Block and Screen Printing
What block and screen printing means
Common methods of printing designs onto fabric.
Worked example
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In block printing, the design is transferred to the fabric using a
- carved block dipped in dye or paint
- sewing needle
- pair of scissors
- tape measure
Working: A block with a raised carved design is coated with colour and pressed onto the fabric.
Curriculum and exam alignment
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Related skills
Other Printing Methods skills in Textiles (Design & Printing), at the same point in the course.
Other Textiles (Design & Printing) topics
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Exams that assess block and screen printing
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Practise block and screen printing
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