Apply fabric ink to your printing block
This absorbent Essdee roller picks up thinner water-based fabric paint and screen-printing ink and transfers it to a lino or stamp block. Its ground surface opens small cells that hold liquid ink which can slip on an ordinary smooth roller. Use it to ink your carved design for printing onto fabric.
Choose 75 or 100 mm
You receive one complete roller with a blue handle, metal bracket and black rolling head. The 75 or 100 mm choice is the working width of the roller. Choose 75 mm for small blocks and more targeted inking, or 100 mm to cover wider areas in fewer passes. Ink, carving block and fabric are not included.
A thin layer gives more control
Spread a small amount of suitable water-based fabric ink on an inking plate and roll it out gently. Apply an even layer to the raised areas of your block. Place the block ink-side down on the fabric and press evenly. Try your combination on spare fabric first; a thick ink layer can fill fine lines. Let the print dry and follow the ink’s drying and fixing instructions. The roller does not determine the print’s wash resistance.
Clean after printing
Roll excess ink onto scrap paper. Clean with warm water and a little mild washing-up liquid, rinse thoroughly and let dry. Do not use turpentine, white spirit or other solvents. Hang the roller by the handle slot or rest it with the rolling surface clear of contact.
Choose fabric ink for your project. View MasterCut carving blocks.
