Printmaking is a never-ending adventure. There are always more tools that you can experiment with! Here are some that I have started collecting after just over 3 years of printmaking.
Sharp tools are essential for printmaking. Not only for clean designs, but also for safety! This is a handy tool sharpener
FlexCut Tool SlipStrop
My go-to tiny cutting tool. It sits perfectly in my hand and allows me to get all the tiny details
Pfeil : Linoleum and Block Cutter : L 12/1
These sit so comfortably in my hand - a must have for anyone who is getting serious about printmaking
Palm Carving Tools Set - 5 Piece
The only type of ink I use for paper printing! This is oil based and goes on much smoother than water based ink
Cranfield Caligo Safe Wash Relief Ink - Black, 150 ml
I use these for embossing. I love combining art forms, and embossing and printmaking go hand in hand!
Embossing Stylus Tool Set by Craft Smart®
My go to for reproduction prints. This is helpful if you like painting, digital art, or anything else you don't need originals of! CatPrint is quick, reliable, and even will mail you physical proofs
CatPrint Online Digital Printing Solutions | CatPrint
I prefer unmounted lino, this is a bit harder to carve than rubber, but you can get fine details and the block will last longer
Battleship Gray Linoleum - Pkg of 12, 5" x 7", Unmounted
A solid, no nonsense, baren - you can also use a spoon (I use both), but this covers more surface area for even ink distribution
Economy Baren - 3-3/4"
The only type of ink I use for paper printing! This is oil based and goes on much smoother than water based ink. I prefer the tubes of this ink (the tubs can dry out quickly!)
Cranfield Caligo Safe Wash Relief Ink - Black, 150 ml
The best printmaking paper IMO - wonderfully thin and takes ink very well
Thai Kozo Paper - 25" x 37", 35 gsm, Single Sheet
A variety of wonderful colors and takes ink really well. Holds up to hand-burnishing too
Lamali Lokta Papers | BLICK Art Materials
Mulberry paper is another great option. Slightly thinner than kozo paper, this makes great paper for printmaking
Mulberry Paper - 25" x 33-1/2", Not Sized
Trimming my own paper can be a hassle, but this makes it much easier! You can even get replacement blades to make sure you're getting a clean cut.
Signature Paper Trimmer By Recollections™ | Michaels
Replacement blades that I use for my paper trimmer!
Paper Trimmer Replacement Blades By Recollections™ | Michaels
A baren can make hand-burnishing much easier. This is the one I use, along with a spoon
