Indian Block Printing
An Inspirational Project Book
Published on 7. August 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-1-78994-341-2 (ISBN)
Description
Immerse yourself in India's textile heritage with 14 projects on fabric, card, paper and clay.
These modern step-by-step projects draw inspiration from the artisans working in traditional block print workshops around Jaipur. From simple motifs to intricate patterns - and from tablecloths and tote bags to air-dry clay and gift wrapping - the instructions can be followed both by beginners and experienced crafters.
Colourful photographic sections are woven into the text, providing details of the authors' visits to block carvers, printers and dyers in the Jaipuri villages of Sanganer and Bagru, and how what they learn can be applied to your own designs.
You will find out how Indian block printing is more than just an art form. It's a conscious and creative way of living.
These modern step-by-step projects draw inspiration from the artisans working in traditional block print workshops around Jaipur. From simple motifs to intricate patterns - and from tablecloths and tote bags to air-dry clay and gift wrapping - the instructions can be followed both by beginners and experienced crafters.
Colourful photographic sections are woven into the text, providing details of the authors' visits to block carvers, printers and dyers in the Jaipuri villages of Sanganer and Bagru, and how what they learn can be applied to your own designs.
You will find out how Indian block printing is more than just an art form. It's a conscious and creative way of living.
Reviews / Votes
Imbued with history and passion, this is more than a simple how-to. * Publishers Weekly * Look no further for a well-photographed, step-by-step crafts book, rich with extensive information about the origins and artisans behind it, than this best-of-its-kind guide to Indian block printing. * Booklist *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
Fully illustrated throughout
Dimensions
Height: 278 mm
Width: 218 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
619 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78994-341-2 (9781789943412)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Tess Grace has a background in craft, has trained extensively with master block printers in Rajasthan and has taught hundreds of crafters to print at The Indian Block Print Co. studio in the Oxfordshire.
Holly Jones worked as a studio assistant for Annie Sloan before joining the Indian Block Print Co. For the past six years she has run the creative studio with Tess while also managing her own nature-inspired fabric design business, Holly B Designs.
Holly Jones worked as a studio assistant for Annie Sloan before joining the Indian Block Print Co. For the past six years she has run the creative studio with Tess while also managing her own nature-inspired fabric design business, Holly B Designs.
Content
Introduction
Our Journey Into Block Printing
Inspired By India
1 THE BASICS OF PRINTING
Basic Printing Equipment
One-Colour Printing
Two-Colour Printing
Understanding Your Results
Things You Need to Know
2 ADVANCED PRINTING TECHNIQUES
The Fold and Iron Technique
Random Printing
Pattern Repeats
Printing With Borders
Repeating Patterned Tiles
3 PRINTING PROJECTS
Meadow Tea Towel
Initial Tote Bag
Striking Cushion Covers
Traditional Indian Napkins
Cow Parsley Tote Bag
Sensational Scarf
Brilliant Borders Tablecloth
Pretty Paisley Pillowcases
Meadow Scene Lampshade
Lovely Linen Cushions
Crafty Cards and Tags
Christmas Gift Wrap
Colourful Clay Tiles
Clay Christmas Decorations
Working with the Artisans
Block Carving in Sanganer
The Block Carving Process
Block Printing in Bagru
Printing in India: Dabu
Pigment Printing in India
Natural Dye Printing in India
Female Block Carvers
What Block Printing Means To Me
A Big Thanks to...
Inspirational Gallery
Resources
Suppliers
Credits
Our Journey Into Block Printing
Inspired By India
1 THE BASICS OF PRINTING
Basic Printing Equipment
One-Colour Printing
Two-Colour Printing
Understanding Your Results
Things You Need to Know
2 ADVANCED PRINTING TECHNIQUES
The Fold and Iron Technique
Random Printing
Pattern Repeats
Printing With Borders
Repeating Patterned Tiles
3 PRINTING PROJECTS
Meadow Tea Towel
Initial Tote Bag
Striking Cushion Covers
Traditional Indian Napkins
Cow Parsley Tote Bag
Sensational Scarf
Brilliant Borders Tablecloth
Pretty Paisley Pillowcases
Meadow Scene Lampshade
Lovely Linen Cushions
Crafty Cards and Tags
Christmas Gift Wrap
Colourful Clay Tiles
Clay Christmas Decorations
Working with the Artisans
Block Carving in Sanganer
The Block Carving Process
Block Printing in Bagru
Printing in India: Dabu
Pigment Printing in India
Natural Dye Printing in India
Female Block Carvers
What Block Printing Means To Me
A Big Thanks to...
Inspirational Gallery
Resources
Suppliers
Credits