Are you interested in block printing,
but have no idea where to start?
Maybe you're:
- worried you'll waste a ton of time and money trying to figure out what supplies to buy
- nervous that your art skills aren't good enough
- concerned you'll need a ton of space and time to print
Hey! I get it. I was there not so long ago myself.
I started block printing in 2009 with no idea what I was doing. Eight years of art school, and I somehow never learned anything about printmaking.
I wasn’t sure where to start, but I figured that between Google and my solid art background, it wouldn’t take long for me to figure it out on my own.
But when I started researching, I only found vague and conflicting information (some of which was just dead wrong!) and found myself more confused than ever.
I finally just drove to the art store and ended up leaving with a pile of totally useless supplies after consulting the unknowledgeable sales guy (which ended up costing me a ton of extra money).
After a few days of frustration and a pile of wasted sad, smeary prints, I decided that I was going to stick with it until I found the best way to get my designs onto fabric.
Weeks later, after much trial and error (and 17 more trips to the art store), I felt that I had finally found the perfect combination of tools and techniques to make the perfect print.
I could now take any design I wanted and turn it into a beautiful piece of block printed fabric quickly and easily!
Shortly after, I started teaching what I had learned to others. Through interactions with my students, I learned an insane amount about how people approached my process.
After nearly 1000 students came through my door, I realized that 98% of them had the exact same questions and made the same mistakes when it came to block printing.
These small mistakes were affecting the look of their prints, making them frustrated and unhappy with their end results...even leading them to want to give it up entirely.
I could help the people in my classes, but what about all those other people out there trying to block print with no idea what they were doing?
I started thinking about how I could help them and others like you.
What if I could prevent you from making all those easily avoidable mistakes I kept seeing my students make?
It made me want to create something to help you make your best work.
Something that I could hand you that would answer all your questions about tools, inks, printing, creating a design, and fixing the most common issues.
Something that I could give you that would have you block printing your own custom fabric by the end of the day, even if you had no prior art experience.
Now Imagine
Imagine coming home from work after a long day of sitting in front of a screen, turning on some music, and taking an hour or two just to relax, be creative and use your hands for art.
Imagine how it would feel to gift a handmade baby blanket (printed by you!) to your new niece or nephew.
Imagine using your new skills to create beautiful handmade products to sell online or in shops to happy customers worldwide.
Imagine your friends walking into your home and seeing your hand printed pillows on the couch and asking where you bought them.
Now imagine their faces when you tell them you made it yourself.
I want everyone to experience a moment like this!
And I knew I could fix this problem.
So that's why I created...
Block Printing Bootcamp is an online course
for beginners and experienced artists alike
that will take you from doodling stick figures,
to block printing beautiful hand printed fabric
...in less than 3 hours.
This “work at your own pace” video course gives answers to every one of the most common printing issues I’ve come across, and can help anyone, no matter what their skill level, get started quickly and easily with block printing.
Block Printing Bootcamp allows you to skip over
all the hard stuff around getting started
and lets you jump right in.
- No searching for supplies, I give you a full list of the few important tools you’ll need.
- No trial and error necessary, just go through each video to learn new tips, tricks and techniques.
- No getting stuck, you can reach out to me at any time with your questions.
What kind of things can I block print?
The options are limitless, but here’s a short
list of projects I’ve helped my students with:
Wall prints & hangings
Wedding linens & invitations
T-shirts, scarves, & dresses
Concert posters
Indian sari’s
Upholstery, drapery & pillows
Baby blankets & onesies
Tote bags & aprons
Paper prints to sell on Etsy
Bed linens & quilting projects
Some ideas for projects:
What's in the course?
- Over 2 hours of detailed video instruction (7 modules of video demonstration)
- A complete supply list with links
- Access to my Student Stamp Archive (work from former students)
- 2 mini-courses with step-by-step projects
- A guide to the most common printing issues (with solutions!)
- Full email access (message me when you’re stuck!)
PLUS!...
You’ll receive a bonus of 30 illustrations for you to use for your projects.
You'll learn:
- The 5 essential tools you'll need for any block printing project
- What type of blocks I use for ALL my projects and why
- The two types of ink you should avoid in order to prevent certain disaster!
You'll learn:
- What types of designs to avoid now so you don't end up scrapping your project in the carving stage
- How one design can actually give you endless options
- Why you don't need insane art skills to do well in this section
- Basic repeats you can easily apply to your first project
- How I go from inspiration to finished design in just a few steps (and I recorded the entire process!)
You'll learn:
- The only 3 blades you'll actually need for carving
- One technique you can use to make your prints look strikingly unique
- The most common carving mistake I see students make, and how to easily avoid it
- A quick system you can use to make carving much easier
You'll learn:
- How to roll the perfect paint roll (with the perfect amount of ink)
- How to blend colors easily on the first try without wasting extra ink
- How to use rainbow rolls to turn the simplest block into a dynamic masterpiece
You'll learn:
- The main rule of thumb for selecting good printing fabrics
- My trademark "lazy mixing" process that will guarantee a perfect color scheme, AND save you time
- The one thing you should NOT pay attention to when testing your prints for the first time
- How to print a simple 3 color "toss" style repeat that makes you look like a pro
You'll learn:
- The 5 top carving mistakes I see over and over so you don't make them too
- The absolute worst thing you can do when block printing
- How easily preventable most of these common mistakes can be
You'll learn:
- How to clean up your blocks and tools once you're finished printing
- The best and easiest way to set your fabric after printing
The Resource Center
Supply list:
No need to sift through a bunch of confusing options, I’ll provide you with a detailed list (with links!) of exactly what you’ll need to get started right away.
Student Examples:
Need a little inspiration? Come see what past students have come up with during my classes in my Student Stamp Archive!
2 Mini-courses:
Finished the course and looking for a project to start? I got you. I’ve embedded two of my most popular printing videos into the course. I’ll take you step by step through each project so you can get that artwork on your walls asap!
30 Bonus illustrations:
Still convinced you can’t draw? Good thing you don’t really need to in this class (unless you want to!) When in doubt, download one my pdf illustrations that I designed specifically for block printing. Just trace and move onto the next step!
Common printing issues guide:
Whether you’re drawing, carving, inking, or printing, there are a bunch of little mistakes along the way that can add up to one big disaster if you’re not careful. This guide will help you breeze past these issues and create clean, sharp prints on the first try.
Email access:
I packed all my best tips into each video, but if you have more specific questions, you can reach out directly to me at any time for feedback.
How much is the course?
The entire Block Printing Bootcamp course - all videos, bonuses and downloads - is broken into easy to follow sections to let you skip around and work at your convenience.
What is it worth to you to save hours of your time trying to figure out everything on your own?
How much extra money will you waste before finally purchasing the right supplies?
Why not skip the learning curve and just get to the good stuff?
Let me save you the extra cash and the hassle.
What people are saying:
"Danielle is a calm and gifted teacher. Her class was pure joy and I feel prepared to work independently this summer as a beginner. Thank you Danielle!" - Karen, San Francisco
"Such a fun class! I loved learning how to make new prints and patterns. Danielle is a wealth of information and makes learning easy, even when freehand drawing seems a little daunting." - David, Los Angeles
"This class was so great! I️ have always been fascinated and intrigued by textile design, so this gave me an opportunity to get a glimpse of what goes into this process. Danielle was detail oriented, informative, and inspiring. I would recommend this class to anyone that wants to work through any creative blocks or for anyone that just wants to have a creative and fun afternoon." - Lisa, North Carolina
FAQ
What if I have no art experience? I can't draw for beans!
90% of my students have no art experience either, so you'll be in good company! The drawing portion of this project is only used as a guideline, so if it's messy, no problem! And if you really are feeling that anxious about it, you can always trace any design you want or use one of my custom templates that are included in the course :)
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
I would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact me in the first 30 days and I will give you a full refund.
Can’t I learn a lot of this stuff on YouTube or by reading your blog?
Ah, the age of creation, where anyone with an iPhone video camera can pretend to be an expert… :) You’d be surprised how much bad information is out there! You can pick up some basics from my blog, sure, but if you want to really get into creating clean, sharp prints, quickly and efficiently, want to skip the long learning curve, and pick up a ton of pro tips from a legit expert who’s been printing nearly a decade, this class will deliver!
I'm an experienced artist. Will I learn anything in this class?
Yes! This class was designed with newbies in mind, but it is easily adapted to more experienced crafters and artists. Not only will you get all the basics, but after your purchase you'll get the option to purchase my Advanced Techniques Mini Course, which is the ONLY time I will ever offer this information, anywhere.
I live in the UK/EU/AU/IN and it's hard to get US supplies. Are there supply options for where I live?
Yes! I include an international supply list with updated links inside the course. If you're ever unsure about a specific item, just email me and I'll be happy to help you find what you need in your country.
I still have questions!
No worries. I'm happy to answer any and all of your questions. You can reach me at [email protected] :)
More Student Reviews
This class was a ton of fun! I'm definitely not "artsy" and found the class to be well-paced and easy for beginners. - Jade, San Diego
Thank you so much for simplifying the info. I wish I had found this earlier, it would have saved me a lot of wasted time experimenting! - Maureen, Los Angeles
It was really fun to try something new and get creative! Definitely would recommend this to friends. - Villa, Finland
Fantastic course - highly recommend! Danielle led us through her creative process before we sketched, carved, and stamped our designs. She also provides a shopping list of tools. - Jeanne, San Francisco
This class is perfect for you if:
- you have no art experience (newbies welcome!)
- you're an experienced artist or crafter and you want to pick up another medium or hobby
- you're afraid of drawing and painting, and are convinced that you have no artistic skill whatsoever
