Stamping Monday

I'm here again with another idea for your stamping pleasure! I learned this technique in a workshop with Ruth Isset. This time we're working with string blocks that are so simple to make you should have dozens of them. You'll need to have good quality twine...what I know as 'butchers twine'. I think it has a very high cotton content and has a very tight twist. This way it doesn't have stray threads for the paint to muck up on and being a rather dense and hard twine, it doesn't unravel easily.
Find a block of wood or foam core and lay down a layer of carpet tape. Its super sticky on both sides and will not come off without some very serious tugging. Cut off a length of string about 18" and begin laying it down on the carpet tape. Take your time in deciding where to place the string as its hard to move it around. Try not to lay string on top of itself as it won't print well as two layers.
Think about design: wavy patterns, flowers, spirals etc. have fun with the possibilities.

You can then seal the string with a couple of coats of acrylic paint, the stamp will last longer that way and it'll be easier to wash later. Use a print table and pin your fabric in it for best results. I have instructions for a print table on December 23rd. Check it out!
Have fun!