Indian Block Printing: An Inspirational Project Book

Indian Block Printing: An Inspirational Project Book

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. “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 Holly Jones began her career after earning a degree in Creative Art and Design Practice. She went on to work 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. Tess Grace was born into block printing accompanying her mum Maggie to craft shows from an early age. She has since trained extensively with master block printers in Rajasthan and taught hundreds of crafters to print from the Indian Block Print Co. studio in the Oxfordshire Cotswold borders.