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How to Screen Print at Home Using Tights

Tutor: Rachel Moore, print artist

Join Kent-based artist and printmaker Rachel Moore for a fun, hands-on craft session where you’ll learn to make bold abstract prints at home with things you already have. No experience needed, just collect your materials and make some space to work.

With an embroidery hoop, a pair of tights, and an old credit card, Rachel will teach you an easy printing method that gives you eye-catching, expressive results and lots of chances to experiment.

Preparation

Prepare your materials and find a sturdy table or floor to work on.

Video time

30 minutes

How to Screen Print at Home Using Tights - Easy DIY | Virtual Village Hall | Royal Voluntary Service

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  • Embroidery hoop
  • Light coloured tights 40 denier
  • An old credit card
  • Scissors
  • Spoon
  • A selection of acrylic paints or fabric paint in your choice of colours
  • Thick card or natural fabric such as calico or cotton drill

Screen print at home

If you enjoyed this session with Rachel, why not try her previous session, where she shows you how to screen print using a picture frame and net curtain. 

a screen printing tool with a rainbow of multi colour dye on a print press