I'm Learning to Block Print!

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[@melissaw6446]

Katie, you should make a stamp for your jewelry business (like a logo) and stamp it on all of your packages you mail out! You could also make stamps for thank you cards, or greeting cards. An old fashioned Christmas tree would be cute!

[@woodproshopus]

there is a small business on Etsy that makes them, ordered mine 4 years ago to stamp linen bags.

[@cmac1100]

Great idea!

[@KarenSpears-f3z]

There's nothing like the power of prayer I have been and still praying for everyone affected also for all the workers out there

[@Ladyelaine60]

Yay!🥰🥰

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

Amen 🙏 ❤

[@janicelittleton3142]

Katie, I had no doubt that you could do it. You are so talented. You can do whatever you want. Continuing to send up prayers for all the hurricane victims. Live you and that sweet little Ira!!

[@pattidunkin870]

My creative and incredible grandfather used to do block printing on fabric to make my grandmother tablecloths. As a child, I was mesmerized. Thank you for bringing back sweet memories for me. 🥰

[@chrisknauss6727]

Delicious breakfast. Prayers for all the families that have experienced loss.

[@aceoffice776]

North of Asheville.....we truly are grateful for all the real help received. I love your positive energy Katie.

[@wandagordon6453]

You never know til you try something new! Congrats Katie! Praying for all the storm victims! God bless your precious family! 😀❤️🙏🏻

[@lylagothard9989]

Praying for victims of both of the storms🙏🏼❤️

[@jimmymalone3494]

Katie it really looks good thank you for sharing with us.I'm still praying for everyone and God bless y'all.

[@monicataylor1313]

Great Job Miss Katie I thought that the flower turned out Beautiful. ❤😊 Sending Love to all y'all.

[@M2ElviSMuSic]

It IS exciting! The birth of a new skill that has endless directions and possibilities. Good on you, Katie!🥰

[@chubs1701]

Great video Katie I learned something today never say you're to old to learn for I learned watching you today thanks for sharing your talent and God Bless you my friend 👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️🙏

[@sharonbrewster3986]

Many bad floods here in Florida. Red lights out and I almost got hit today. Never seen so much craziness in the 42 years living here. Continued prayers for all and for thinking of us.

[@rhondamiller6907]

Flowers are not perfect!,, you did great!! So proud of you!

[@Hannah-FleursDeMontagne]

Of course you could do it Katie! You are super creative and talented, I love to see what new thing you're up too! Still in prayer with everyone for the victims and families of those lost during the hurricanes 🙏

[@kathyjones5056]

That’s really neat! Thank you for sharing ❤️🙏

[@LA-wv5gd]

I enjoy your creativity. Thank you for spending your limited time with us. Praying with you for all who need help from the hurricane damage.

[@cynthiaverdugo3279]

I like your pretty flower it looks a lot like the borage flowers in my garden.

[@phyllisdewys660]

Sometimes I cut a potato in half and then carve my image on the flat edge of the cut potato - just for practice. Good job Katie it’s always exciting to try something new !

[@lizgrove1490]

I haven’t thought about using a potato for block printing in years! We did that in high school art class. A hundred years or so ago 😊

[@phyllisdewys660]

@@lizgrove1490 yes, exactly ! 🤗

[@muchadoaboutsomething]

Block printing is art! It is a beautiful way to make many things! I did it in college art class and love it!

[@brendadeberry3887]

sending prayers for Florida and all other states that were affected by the hurricanes🙏🙏🙏❤

[@Dougeb7]

Cool little project, Katie! Continuing to pray for those who have been impacted by the hurricanes. God bless!

[@lisabeal8615]

You did really well, Katie! It's fun to try new crafts.

[@tomgeary5110]

Great job! You could do some cute little designs and make shirts for the two little boys.

[@grandmaking]

Katie, that block print is really good. You are so talented. You will have a good time with this.

[@miarosie]

Ahhh i block print too. Huge fun - i’d say try small designs and draw a box along the edges put your design in it, saves material. Then cut the square out on completion. Your black frame should be placed over the edge of the table, near your tummy, the lip of the tray hooked over the edge - keep your medium against the top edge then, it prevents it moving. Be careful how you wipe those sharp edges, cut fingers incoming! I do a variety of printing methods, all great fun. 🎉 Gel printing next? Can combine them. Doing a good job there girl, just preserve your material as much as possible. Ps I used acrylic / plastic sheet for paints -

[@AClark15]

I'm continuing to pray for all those affected by both hurricanes. This was great Katie. Thank you for sharing. I can see myself doing it. It just looks like fun.

[@caribartlett6188]

I have done this block printing before. It’s not that easy, but it is fun. Keep on trying new things!

[@gerrikim8545]

In my opinion I think your flower is very nostalgic and sweet. Thank you for sharing the experience of learning a new skill and the mindset and the work it takes to become successful, reminding us that very rarely expertise comes overnight. Your passion and patience about trying new things and giving yourself new opportunities is awesome 👏🏼🙏🏻❤️

[@EJohnston69]

Solid attempt! It is really cool to try new things. Once you do a shirt, maybe try block printing greeting cards or your business logo.

[@leighflorkevich9916]

I like your first attempt at wood blocking Katie! I think you are very talented and you'll get the hang of it quickly. I am still sending up prayers for the victims of the dangerous storms. 🙏

[@lissahenderson3408]

You could Block print a Christmas tree and print it on card stock. It would make a cute card. The lights painted on with water color really looks nice.

[@lissahenderson3408]

Birthday cards would be fun too.

[@keeptrying5962]

That's NOT an "ugly flower", it's cute, sweet! How can anybody ever learn to do something if they just don't start trying and learning?! You know that so be kind to yourself, talk nicely to yourself, sweet girl. To me it looks like a little clematis blossom. Keep going! 💞🙌🏼

[@VioletDoe-qt4sq]

I love that you're always trying new artistic things. I paint and constantly like to try and push myself to learn new ways to create. This project looks like a lot of fun. Combines several skills together. I also agree with you on just getting in there and trying it. The best way to learn!

[@ShelleyClott]

You did a great job Katie. I learned to do this in my Industrial Arts glass in 7th grade. I can’t remember everything about how to do it now because that was about 43 years ago, but from what I do remember, you’re gonna be great at this. You’re a talented artist on several fronts Katie. Stick with it. Prayers will continue for sure. Thanks for sharing your new learning project with us. Be well & take care.

[@sylviaashworth5851]

This was really interesting cause I had never heard or seen this. I have crafted all my life. So I realize the importance of having a hobby especially in creating or making something. Most crafters give away or sell their things like you already do with your jewelry. I’m a quilter but I also crochet and do hand embroidery. You did a GREAT job on your first project!!! I’m still praying for all the states and people hit by both hurricanes.

[@chattan3018]

When I was in high school many moons ago we were given a Linoleum tile to make a block print. I carved out the front of my VW Bug on mine and printed it. I thought it was so fun and wanted to do it again but never did. Have fun and enjoy playing around with it. You can decorate gift bags with some for the holidays. Your flower came out pretty cute.

[@lindahays8444]

I don't think it is ugly. It looks rustic and I like it. Keep at it you will get better.

[@sandyrobinson2642]

I use to block print when I was in college. I had a lot of fun doing it and I’m sure after some practice you will enjoy it too. Just don’t give up, you’re so talented, you’ll be great at it. Blessings to you , Ira and your family. Prayers to all those in the path of the hurricanes.

[@lilyflowers5764]

Continued prayers for all affected by the hurricanes and prayers to all who are helping in their time of need. You did a great job Katie! 🙏🏻🇺🇸 God Bless🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@reneedupree7648]

I think it looks great for your first time!! I can’t wait till you get better! I love how courageous you are for trying, that’s what counts! May God bless and keep you and your family! 😍❤️ ✝️

[@camilleolsen]

I love your flower! What you thought looked funky I thought looked artsy. The slightly irregular edges I think are a desirable thing, since perfectly smooth lines would be boring, at least to me. It almost looks like your flower is dancing!

[@debbiehills2928]

❤🎉very talented katie!!!😊❤😊

[@janetsherwood7210]

Looks like creative fun. You're very artistic Katie. Continuing to pray for everyone. ✝️🫂🙏🙋

[@AmynAL]

I think it’s interesting that you are such a tactile person. You love to work with your hands and gravitate toward the “hands on” adventures. I think your first effort was amazing. Keep at it. You have talent! 🥰

[@carolynpurser7469]

I've worked with rubber stamps in the past but never tried making my own. This looks great! It's always good to try new things. Excellent exercise for the mind and to keep the creative juices flowing.

[@tedgreen7547]

K k i hope your happy and doing well!!

[@GailMarie80]

Love it. Think of all the possibilities.

[@suespade4051]

Yay, Katie! Branching out to printmaking. You’ll love it, and I think it’s a medium you’re perfect for, drawing-wise. Next time, take the time to carve out the negative space of the plate. It makes the print look more traditional and the little lines from the carving look nice. Plus, printing a print is much easier, especially when you start doing two or more ink passes.

[@lindamcgee3651]

Praying and Blessed! 🤗🙏💕🌄🍂

[@ernwambles2427]

You catch on quickly! I have faith you will master this very soon. Then we can purchase something you made from this craft. You did it! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@bamamama2989]

I love this Katie. I'm always looking for different ideas for Gracie. When you homeschool, you need new ideas. 👍❤️

[@hf009]

It looks great! If you can find cheap lino off cuts, they work well

[@AmyLouiseDens]

Good job, Katie!

[@thevictorianedge5465]

Katie girl. Now you are up my alley with this. I make junk journals and I love paper crafts. Inks, stamps, glue etc. I have not done this per se but I have been interested in it. It is a wonderful therapy too!!❤❤

[@elainebuchka6533]

❤Ongoing Prayers as All are Trying to Restore Hearts Lives Towns & Etc. From Storm Related Disasters 🙏 KATIE, I LOVE how You Challenge Yourself to Try New Things & Discover If You Like them and or Can Accomplish them. YOU DID!! You seem So Creative!! ❤God Bless You All there! 🙏

[@Tonytherf]

Hey Katie, I like you trying out your hand at block printing. I think some people carve out the background of the block, keeping your image raised. If you know what I'm trying to say? Love ya, and God bless everybody. Continued prayers.

[@TinaBartlett-x1z]

Looks soo good!

[@kayeb2647]

I like what you did. Would like to get that kit for my grand daughter. She loves art and crafts. ❤️🙂

[@benmoffitt7524]

I think the dots on the middle and the edges give it a really nice, distinctive look! Great job!

[@HolmansHomestead]

I think it's beautiful. Gosh it's been years in art class this was one our projects thank you for sharing and yes prayers prayers 🙏 ❤️ God bless

[@TheTinkerersWife]

That's really good. I have a froend who is a block print artist and I have created designs in linoleum blocks. I like the way ypur flower looks, its more organic looking and has character. ❤

[@epeterd]

You are so artistically talented, Katie. I wish God had spread out those talents a little more. LOL Seems like so many people who are good at music are also good at painting, or like you make jewelry and also can do block prints. Of course you're still learning, but I wonder if there's a way to set up a mirror so that you could see it better while cutting backwards. It won't take you too much practice to get good at that. Yesterday I dropped off some stuff at the community college there in Murphy. I'll try to get some more stuff sometime soon to take up there. Continued prayers for the people affected by both the hurricanes. 🙏

[@sharonruple7152]

Thanks for sharing, you’re very creative! Love your spirit Katie!

[@mepo90189]

Block printing is cool. Enjoy.

[@janemay8721]

You are so talented! It's a great idea to try new things that are interested in. Continuing to pray for everyone . God Bless

[@laurafromme4103]

I love that! You could print on canvas bags for your Stay shop! Ladies love a big canvas bag!

[@kimgreene9241]

You did Great! Continued prayers for all those affected by the hurricanes 🌀🙏🏼❤️

[@ssmith548]

You could also print on bandanas like you wear in your hair. When I want to try something new I watch "how to" videos on KZbin first. You can learn how to do anything on KZbin! I’ve been having fun making things with air dry clay. No kiln or baking needed. When it’s dry and hard you can paint it with acrylic paint and spray it with a shiny finish. I make little animals, little trinket dishes and raised designs on a square tile that can be displayed hung or on a table/countertop.

[@TimothyFrench]

Personalized gifts made from the heart are the best.

[@marilyn4098]

We learned lino printing in high school. We carved pieces of thick linoleum. Loved it! Great job! The beauty is that it looks hand carved and printed, not perfect like digital printing. Have fun!

[@jillpellegrin4137]

Katie, you can use a large dowel or a small jar or bottle for a brayer.

[@veganleigh4817]

Katie, this is just a thought, but I used to do block printing and I found it's much better to carve on linoleum tiles. If you can get some leftovers from a floor tiling job, or buy some random tiles from someplace like LOWES or another store of that type, I think it will be easier to carve. Your flower is really good. It looks very traditional.

[@katieunderwood7693]

Katie! Look up how to use your phone as a projector(or if you have a projector) the images you can put on these is endless! That's how some cookie decorators get their images traced onto cookies! Looks fun and this Katie loves Lots of different hobbies too😂❤

[@Susan-n3o3e]

That’s really neat❤

[@garybrunet6346]

Good job, when you’re determined you can do stuff! I’m sending prayers across the universe! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦❤️

[@PellyjellyMom]

Katie, that is so cute. You did a great job. We use to make potato stamps in the same way. I like hand crafted because it’s not perfect. Made with love! Thanks for showing us.

[@lylagothard9989]

Looks like a face with sunglasses inthe center😎 Itlooks great

[@LittlebitofDixie]

I love block prints. You can work up block prints and create repeats and have it printed as your very own fabric. That flower looks really great.

[@PatriciaNorton-dr4zm]

You did a beautifu job .Perhaps you could do a few with your cat on them.a block print kitty card. Or a block print of Ira’s footprint for his first Christmas I evacuated my home in FL returning home tomorrow afternoon.I had a text from my neighbor stating that our street was passable and we were spared

[@DrivinAndSingin]

Actually, that flower would make a cool modern-style pattern!

[@MsKindaSorta]

You look great, Katie. Your healthy living shows.

[@BR-nl8eb]

I thought that was terrific for a first try! I had to laugh, I had Gunsmoke on in the background when you said you could hear it in the background. ❤

[@rita1259-y5c]

That flower came out good!

[@carolynharmon7074]

Great job! I even made a silk screen print and put the print on tee shirts for a Farm where I was taking riding lessons. Still wish I had one of those.

[@dustyroselansall8185]

Good job for first time Katie. It is always good to push ourselves to learn something new. 👍💖

[@LauraThiry]

Love new crafts/hobbies. Always keep learning. ❤

[@gemigirl5521]

Cute! I love your creative spirit.

[@RayBenson45]

You can do anything you put your mind into doing. I have always said if that one person can do it why not me. Bless you katie

[@SueMorris-f4s]

At first I was not sure if you were Katie or Corie, until I saw you were eating with your left hand. I am still praying for the hurricane victims. This video is very interesting about Block Printing. I loved hearing Ira in the background. I love you and your family.

[@MrStanwillis]

Great on tge block printing. You might study up on you tube videos about block printing. Stay safe.😊😊😊

[@JANSFAMBAM7]

Hi Katie, It was 1am. when I first watched your video, and I forgot to leave a message, yes, definitely keep everyone in prayers who was affected by these hurricanes. What great craft are you doing? It's very interesting. Great work. God bless you and your family

[@donstrawberry18]

I love this for you! Printmaking is so much fun.

[@Gymnastics-tq2zl]

Good effort Katie, the flowers cute.

[@seanbiggsoutdoorsandindoor3640]

Praying indeed. And God Bless You also!🙏

[@debbiehills2928]

Thanks!

[@MoonbeamAcres]

I think it's cute hun. You can print that in white paint on a piece of material that is cranberry colored and maybe add a wooden dowel to each end to hang it on the wall. You could even twist it and dip the material (after putting the painted stamp on) in a bleach and water combination and kinda make a batique or tie dye type thing that would be all your design! And then make a bracelet in beads and brown leather with the same colors and sell it as a package deal.

[@user-cx1qz2jc7d]

Great job for your first time. You can use water color paint as well. Play with it and have fun.

[@Julie-u2z]

Great possibilities ahead Katie 💕

[@wandamyers2690]

Prayers for everyone. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻