Stencils and lino blocks

Sometimes when I’m printing, I love the versatility of using some stencils to mix it up and create something unique even if it’s temporary! This is particularly handy when I want something ‘seasonal’ for some gift giving. Generally I’ll just cut some ordinary photocopy paper as I always have some of that around. It’s also very easy to cut either with scissors or papercutting tools.

This year I’ve been playing around with ‘star’ stencils for a festive feel on some teatowels. As I’m only using fairly thin paper, it does tear as it absorbs the moisture from the fabric ink but I love that each will be different anyway so that’s certainly not something which will bother me. A few different colours and different stencils and everyone feels special!