Sunday, March 18, 2012

Cat Mola: Printing the Block



The cat mola block is carved--time to print!

I use Pebeo Setacolor Opaque Fabric Paints for printing. Since many molas use a deep red fabric as part of their designs, I decided to mix up a red combining Sienna Brown and Cherry Red.


After mixing the paint thoroughly, I put a small amount onto the glass palette and roll it out with my Roll-Rite foam brayer until it is evenly coated with the paint.


I then roll an even coat of paint on the block.


The block is turned over onto the fabric and pressed to release the paint.


I did some test prints on muslin to see how the block looked. The first print is never the best. It usually takes a few prints to get the crispest impression. I like to call it  warming up the block.


Here are some prints on other fabrics. I was trying to work out some pattern ideas.





This block is a good start for the Latin American Influences: Textile Inspirations class. Off to work up some more designs.

2 comments:

  1. this turned out wonderful. quite inspiring. thank you for sharing each step.

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    1. So glad that you enjoyed the step-by-step. Hope you give this a try. I love carving and printing blocks...so many possibilities. You may also want to visit the archives for my Newsletter (if you haven't already). See the upper right hand column.

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