SoftCut is manufactured to be the best alternative to Lino - designed to extend the block printing experience to a greater range of people. SoftCut is formulated for very easy cutting. It holds fine detail without crumbling and yet withstands the pressures of a printing press, this new material can be drawn on in pencil due to its near-white surface. Finely smooth on one side, textured on the other, SoftCut is both double sided and flexible. Moulded in a clean environment, fully compliant with both EN 71 and the European Directive on Phthalates.
Essdee Linoleum is formulated to be especially soft for easy carving making it ideal for all users from students to masters. It is manufactured from natural materials such as linseed oil and wood flour and is even biodegradable. The light grey surface can be directly drawn upon with a pencil, or a design can be transferred using tracing paper. This superior Lino prints onto a wide range of paper, board and fabric, and can be used with both oil and water based inks. Linoleum should be stored in a sealed container or bag and keep away from heat or direct sunlight to prevent the surface from hardening.
This sturdy rubber roller is perfect for printmaking and a default choice for education and purchasing authorities worldwide. The rigid body and steel brackets give strength to the durable 70 shore EPDM rubber roller enabling heavy use, out-performing natural rubber. Suitable for use with both water based and oil based ink, and also resistant to solvents. The handle is manufactured from polypropylene with a hanging slot. The roller has self-lubricating nylon bearings, EPDM rubber surface, aluminium core and a continuous steel shaft. It is designed so that wet rollers can be turned over with the handle doubling as a stand for cleaner working. These versatile rollers can be used for a variety of purposes other than block printing, including scrapbooking, laminating and even industrial processes like the application of window films and vehicle graphics.
Keep your work steady with these sturdy bench hooks. Simply place on the edge of your desk or work surface for tidy, safe working. Ambidextrous Bench Hooks, can be changed from side to side. Sizes denote working area.
Essdee premium block printing ink is a high quality water-based ink made with specialist ingredients for smooth, vibrant prints. This non-permanent ink has enhanced tack and excellent transfer properties, with a perfectly balanced working and drying time making it easy to use and clean up. Essdee premium block printing ink prints well onto all grades of paper and card, and can be intermixed to create a full pallet of colours, tints, tones and shades.
Pack of 5 premium block printing ink in 100ml tubes. Premium block printing ink is a high quality water-based ink made with specialist ingredients for smooth, vibrant prints. This non-permanent ink has enhanced tack and excellent transfer properties, with a perfectly balanced working and drying time making it easy to use and clean up. Essdee premium block printing ink prints well onto all grades of paper and card, and can be intermixed to create a full pallet of colours, tints, tones and shades. Store in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
Essdee’s smooth Print Foam can be used to easily create exciting prints and images without the need for sharp cutters. The smooth-surface Printfoam is 10mm thick allowing deeper and more detailed impressions and is ideal for use as a fun and safe introduction to block printing for younger users. Impressions can be made in the foam blocks using either pointed or even relatively blunt objects (a pencil or wooden lollypop stick) or draw directly into the sheet to create an image. To make a print simply use an ink roller to apply block printing ink to the surface in the normal way. Printfoam can be easily cut into shapes with a craft knife or scissors, and is commonly used for model making. Dimension 148 x 210 x 10 mm. Pack of 5 Sheets.