Silkscreen on Fabric

Join us for this workshop and discover the joy of textile screen printing! This beginner-friendly class will introduce you to essential silk screen printing techniques and give you hands-on experience printing with various inks on fabric.

We’ll guide you through the entire process, from preparing a screen with photo emulsion to exposing it with different stencils and getting it ready for printing. With all the fundamental techniques covered, you'll be well-equipped to start your own textile printing projects. You’re also welcome to bring your own clothes or tote bags made from natural materials to print your designs on.

What you’ll learn:
- Understanding your screen, fabric, and squeegee options, so that you can make informed choices
- Demonstration of photo emulsion coating and exposure
- What to consider when designing imagery for printing on textiles and specific techniques for pulling prints on fabric
- A chance to try out some unusual inks and experimental processes
- Make prints that last! How to finish and care for your textile print.
- Q&A time

Instructor: Yilu Xing