Barbara Pagani's Tresor Cache 101

Source:  http://www.thevedahouse.com/2011/08/guest-post-diy-project-over-sometimes-sweet/ Block printing on fabric can be as simple or as complicated as you make it. I'd suggest sticking with a simple design for newbies and working you're way up as your comfort level grows. You can use any kind of fabric you'd like, but the smoother the better. Once your done printing, you'll have a totally unique piece of fabric to turn into anything you dream. (seat covers, pillow cases, kitchen napkins, etc) Feel free to email me with questions if you get stuck during the process. There are also a lot of online tutorials out there you can peruse. THE SIMPLE STEPS: 1. Draw your design directly onto the linoleum block with a pencil. Using a pencil will allow you to change things up if you choose. Remember, this doesn't need to be perfect.   2.  Once you have the design how you want it, outline the design in permanent marker so it is easier to see while you are carvi...

Maryella and Jennie May finally got a piece of my art work. Everytime I was in the middle of taking a painting too far they would be there asking if they could have it. They knew it was just a matter of time that I took the painting too far and would not want it anymore. Since I promised them both something last year, I made them each from the same lino cut different birthday cards that they can frame.

I made these today by starting with a lino print for Kerri's and Olive's birthday but loved the way the first one turned out so I made 4 more. Each one I used different colors and then did different detail work.