Print Your Own: Fashion & Textile Printing

Workshop Description

Workshop Overview

Printmaking is a creative way to explore pattern, colour and composition, transforming simple shapes and illustrations into designs that can be reproduced on fabric.

From traditional carved printing blocks to contemporary experimental techniques, textile printing has long offered designers an opportunity to create distinctive surfaces, develop visual identities and explore the relationship between art and fashion.

In this three-hour workshop, you'll discover the foundations of printmaking and how different printing techniques can be used to create patterns and decorative designs for textiles.

We'll begin with a brief illustrated introduction to traditional and contemporary printing methods, including linocut, block printing and experimental approaches to creating printed imagery.

Through practical demonstrations, you'll discover how printing blocks are prepared, how ink is applied and how individual motifs can be repeated, layered or combined to create original compositions.

You'll then experiment with your own ideas.

Using a selection of printing blocks, templates and creative materials, you'll explore colour combinations, shape, repetition and placement, developing a design that reflects your personal interests.

Once you've experimented with your composition, you'll transfer your chosen design onto a cotton T-shirt or tote bag provided during the workshop.

Whether you prefer bold graphic motifs, simple geometric shapes or more organic patterns, the emphasis is on experimentation, creative freedom and the enjoyment of working with your hands.

By the end of the session, you'll have created your own hand-printed textile piece, along with an introduction to a creative technique you can continue exploring independently.

Who Is This Workshop For?

This workshop is open to everyone, regardless of previous experience in art, fashion or design.

It's particularly suitable if you:

• Enjoy fashion, textiles, art or other hands-on creative activities.
• Want to explore printmaking for the first time.
• Are interested in creating your own patterns or textile designs.
• Enjoy experimenting with colour, texture and composition.
• Would like to personalise a T-shirt or tote bag with an original design.
• Are curious about traditional craft techniques and their role in contemporary fashion.
• Are looking for a relaxed, enjoyable creative experience.

No previous drawing, printing or fashion design experience is necessary.

Key Information

What You'll Explore

Introduction to Printmaking

Discover how printing techniques are used in art, fashion and textile design.

Explore examples of linocut, block printing and other forms of printmaking, learning how carved surfaces, ink and pressure are used to transfer designs onto different materials.

Pattern, Colour & Composition

Learn how individual motifs can be repeated, rotated and combined to create decorative patterns.

Experiment with positive and negative space, colour combinations, placement and composition while developing your own design.

Textile Block Printing

Explore the practical process of applying ink to printing blocks and transferring motifs onto fabric.

Work with prepared printing blocks and beginner-friendly techniques to experiment with different visual effects and create a textile composition.

Create Your Own Printed Textile

Choose between a cotton T-shirt and a tote bag as the foundation for your final design.

Apply your chosen motifs and colour combinations to create a personalised textile piece, with guidance available throughout the printing process.

What You'll Take Away

By the end of the workshop, you'll have:

• Discovered the basic principles of traditional and contemporary printmaking.
• Explored how motifs and repeat patterns are developed.
• Experimented with printing blocks, inks and colour combinations.
• Created your own original hand-printed T-shirt or tote bag.
• Gained an introductory understanding of how printing techniques can be used in fashion and textile design.

You'll also receive guidance on drying, fixing and caring for your printed textile so you can enjoy your creation beyond the workshop.

How the Workshop Works

The workshop combines a short introduction to printmaking with practical demonstrations and hands-on experimentation.

You'll begin by discovering different printing methods before learning how to work with printing blocks, prepare simple compositions and apply textile inks.

The majority of the session will be dedicated to creating your own design and experimenting with different printing possibilities.

Guidance will be available throughout, but the atmosphere will remain informal, encouraging you to explore your ideas and enjoy the process.

All essential materials and equipment will be ready when you arrive.

No preparation is necessary. Just come ready to experiment and create.

Materials & Equipment

Everything needed for the workshop will be provided by BFFI.

Materials include:

• Printing blocks and beginner-friendly printing tools
• Textile printing inks
• Rollers and ink application equipment
• Design templates and visual references
• Paper for testing prints and compositions
• Protective materials and basic printing accessories
• One cotton T-shirt or tote bag per participant

You'll be able to select your preferred textile item during registration, subject to the available sizes and options.

A materials and care guide will be provided to help you look after your finished print.

Workshop Fees & Registration

Workshop Fee

250 RON per participant

Your ticket includes:

• A three-hour guided textile printmaking workshop
• An introduction to printmaking and surface pattern design
• Practical demonstrations and creative guidance
• Use of printing blocks, inks and all necessary equipment
• Paper and materials for experimenting with prints
• One cotton T-shirt or tote bag to personalise and take home

Upcoming Workshops

January & February 2027

Our next Fashion & Textile Printing workshops are planned for January and February 2027 in Bucharest.

The exact dates, venue and registration details will be announced through BFFI's social media channels.

Each workshop will have a maximum of 20 participants.

Workshop Language

BFFI workshops are offered in English or Romanian, depending on participant preferences.

When registering, you'll be invited to select your preferred language.

The workshop will be delivered in the language selected by the majority of registered participants, with the final teaching language confirmed ahead of the event.