08 Oct PRO TIPS for felt you intend to eco print!
For the best results felting pieces that you would like to eco print, check out my pro tips as this is something that I am passionate about! Click HERE or the image below to watch the video! ...
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28 Sep How to remove stubborn stains from your hands, naturally!
When you are eco printing in the dirty pot you will discover that your hands get really stained, unless you work with gloves on the whole time. One of my past workshop participants shared this simple but effective tip to get them sparkling clean in...
21 Sep How to finish your eco printed fabric so it stands the test of time!
It's really important to finish your eco printed textiles correctly so that they retain their colour, don't rub off on other things and stand the test of time. This short video shares all that you need to know so that you can wear or sell...
11 Sep Collaboration with Alison Ospina!
Collaborations can be very stressful, in almost every case though they are also rewarding. Thankfully, greenwood furniture maker Alison Ospina has been nothing but a pleasure to work with and I love how both our disciplines compliment each other. Yesterday I had the pleasure of collecting this...
10 Sep Step by step bundling and eco printing process
This short video shares the step by step process of creating and processing an eco bundle. Take your time laying out your onion skins or leaves and do make sure to roll and tie really tightly;. This creates good contact between the vegetation and fabric...
07 Sep Eco Printing Checklist – prepare in advance & make life so much easier!
Time is precious for everyone and the more preparation you do in advance of an eco printing session the more you will accomplish. During this short video I share the questions that I ask myself to ensure I enjoy my hands on time in the...
03 Sep Top Vegetation Choices for New Eco Printers
As well as onion skins, this video shares some more of my top vegetation picks for those of you new to eco printing in the 'dirty pot without traditional powdered mordants. Click HERE or the image below to watch the video! ...
17 Aug Additional eco printing supplies
As well as the obvious, there are additional eco printing supplies that are either essential or very helpful to assemble before you start to work. Here is a short video sharing what I use myself. Click HERE or the image below to watch the video! ...
15 Aug Eco printed silk gown reveal!
Eco printing is an amazing and transformative process and a brilliant way to up-cycle pre-loved clothing. Earlier this summer I found a beautiful silk gown with lace, beads and sequins in a charity shop so snapped it up before anyone else was tempted. I couldn’t...
13 Aug Pipes and cores to roll your eco bundles up on
Choosing a core when creating eco bundles is helpful but also fun! Different colours may be achieved by selecting different metals to use for this purpose. This short video explains more and shares some of my favourite options with you. Click HERE or the image below...