Block printing is
one of the oldest techniques for printing. The popularity of it can be
determined from the fact that the block printed fabric is now used not just for
the fashion industry but also for the interior industry. The technique can
indeed be carried out on a variety of fabrics but still, the best one would be
cotton or cotton linen. These fabrics have a special affinity towards different
types of dyes and pigments.
Before selecting the fabric for block printing, one
must always consider
The end-use of the fabric
How tightly the fabric is woven?
How course the fabric is?
How durable does it need to be?
The same block print has a different kind of feel and looks on
different kinds of fabrics. The fabrics woven of natural fibers are considered
the best. They breathe well and also give a very natural look of the print.
Besides cotton and cotton linen, silk is also a good option for block printing Wool? It’s a fuzzy fabric and fuzzy fabrics are
awful for printing. They soak in the ink and make the print appear very hazy.
Pure synthetic fabrics are a complete no-no. The blends of
synthetic and natural fibers still perform better. They feel soft and can be
given a try. Pick on the light-colored fabrics for the area where there is less
traffic like for bedroom pillowcases. You can go for a darker tone of fabrics
for places like dining table chairs. As far as clothing is concerned, the
choice of color is absolutely your call.
Block printing is
a beautiful art and a must-try. Don't wait, go get your materials needed; after printing on
different swatches of fabrics, you will automatically understand that how
the fabrics make a difference to the final outcome.
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