I have finally purchased all of my supplies to start silk screening. I'm so excited to get started. I've designed a simple, geometric pattern using Adobe Photoshop. I figured it would be best to start simple. Below is the image I plan to transfer.
The next step is to print out the image and transfer it to a sheer fabric that will be stabilized in an embroidery hoop. The method of transfer is simply to place the printed image underneath the sheer fabric and trace with a pen or pencil. 
After the image has been traced to the fabric, you take Mod Podge and paint brushes to block out the blank areas of the print ie.) the areas of the print that you do not wish to have transfered. This will be the white space surrounding my pattern.
After the Mod Podge has dried, the embroidery hoop is placed over the fabric that you wish to silk screen the image onto. If you are silk screening a t-shirt, for example, it is recommended to place a piece of cardboard between t-shirt layers so that the ink doesn't seep through to the other side of your shirt.
Now it is time to add the screen printing ink to the canvas. I will post images of the actual steps as they are completed and hopefully will have a great example of a finished product to show you all!
This all sounds really cool. I hope your first try turns out well. I like the design you made and can't wait to see pictures you post. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteYour craft seems really cool! I can't wait to see your first try also and the rest of your projects.
ReplyDeleteHey, I'm also interested in screen printing and contemplated learning for this class (i like to cut out stencils and spray paint t-shirts) but decided to go in a different direction. I've found the most rewarding part of making shirts is giving them away and seeing your friends/family wear them. Are you planning on printing on canvas bags too? As grocery stores move away from using plastic bags there's a growing market for cloth bags, esp. if they're homemade or bought @ salvation army/goodwill. Look forward to seeing your progress.
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