Intermediate Block Printing: Create Your Own Gift Wrap

Go in-depth on linoleum block carving and printing in this 2 day workshop and walk away with your own printed and patterned gift wrap! This is a TWO SESSION Workshop. Attendees will need to attend BOTH sessions. Session 1: Friday December 11th, 6pm-8pm. Session 2: Wednesday December 16th, 6pm-8pm Carve, ink, and print your way through this two-session deep dive into linoleum block printing. In the first session, you'll learn the full arc of block carving — from composition and design to techniques for creating expressive lines and textures. Then you'll take the skills you learned and work on your block at home before the second session, with tools provided to take with you. In the second session, you'll bring your block to life to make your own block printed wrapping paper. Participants will learn the ins and outs of hand printing — working with patterns and tessellations to make a beautiful gift wrap to take home. Expect to take home several yards of paper and the ability to create infinitely more at home! This course is intended to demystify the process of block printing. We aim to empower participants to build upon the skills learned and hone their own creative approach to the craft both in class and at home. This workshop is part of our Handmade Holiday Gift series! This series of workshops provides the instruction & materials needed to create handmade and upcycled gifts for friends and family in preparation for the holiday season or any occasion. What's Provided Carving tools will be provided to take home between sessions for at-home work. Bring a block you're already working on or your own tools if you have them — they're welcome here! What to Wear / Safety Notes Session 1: No special attire required. Session 2: Wear clothes you don't mind getting inky — ink will be involved! Skill Level: Intermediate. Some prior experience with relief printing, drawing, or carving is helpful. Important Note: This is a two-session workshop. Attendance at both sessions is required. Important Workshop Details: • Attendees must be 18+ • Attendees should arrive 15 minutes early to check in. • Refunds are only allowed until 72 hours before the event. • Bathrooms and refillable water stations are available on site. • Participants may byo snacks and food with special consideration for longer and "meal-time" workshops. Fridge on site for storage. • Unless otherwise noted the workshops space is located at the back of the building and does not require use of stairs. • If a class does not reach a sustainable capacity, the instructor may cancel up to 48 hours before the event. In that case, all attendees will receive a full refund. Equitable Access We believe everyone deserves access to hands-on learning opportunities, regardless of income. That's why each workshop includes a limited number of Equitable Access seats. To help us share these opportunities widely: • Each participant may claim an Equitable Access seat once per quarter (every three months). • These spots are first-come, first-served and limited by class size. • If you've already used an equitable seat this quarter, we ask that you register at full price so others can benefit. Please only claim these tickets if cost is truly a barrier for you — this helps ensure that those who need the support most can take part. Questions? Contact us at [email protected]. -- Sold out? Join the waitlist! Your spot on the waitlist helps us understand what our community wants to learn, making it easier for us to bring popular workshops back again. You might get a spot if one opens up, and you'll help shape future programming at the Asheville Tool Library.