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Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

Lino print work in progress - using a lino cutting tool to produce a printing plate

Botanical Lino Print Kit

Inner contents of Botanical lino print kit

Contents of botanical kit

Botanical lino cut and printing kit - wrap up as a gift

Lino print work in progress - using a pencil to trace over a template to design my printing plate - video tutorials available showing steps along the way.

A botanical design - this image is a template provided in the kit

Written step by step instructions hwo to approach lino printing for those who don't want to watch online video tutorials - includes hints & tips!

Botanical Lino Print Kit - gift message

Botanical Lino Print Kit - LOKTA paper and design template

Botanical Lino Print Kit - the inks

Botanical Lino Print Kit

Botanical Lino Print Kit - examples what you can make

Botanical Lino Print Kit - the lino

Botanical Lino Print Kit

Botanical Lino Print Kit - the print

Description

A premium quality botanical inspired print kit with everything you need to create a magical snapshot of nature. Suitable for a complete beginner or somebody who tried this relaxing arts activity in the past and wants to revisit! You can use this kit to make your own prints - or you can gift it to somebody! Please add a comment if this is a gift I am happy to hand write personal gift messages. Please note gift wrapping is an additional charge please enquire directly. My standard kit arrives with a colourful front label & contents sticker. My kits are put together by myself & 2 local artist friends. Together in my art studio, we unpack deliveries, check everything is clean & working, carefully wrap & package - stamping by hand as we go. I am keen to keep a 'handmade' feel to my kits, the same as with my artwork & workshops. The great thing about lino printing is that you can learn at your own pace - make it as easy or difficult as you like. Such a beautiful process made popular by Matisse & Picasso due to its simplicity. Inks are UK brand ESSDEE I measure out from tubes into tins with screw lid to prevent drying out. You will have plenty ink to complete 10 card prints or 20 postcard size and lots more. WHY BUY ME...... - You are buying from an Artist - you are supporting the arts industry not a huge company - Printing block Inks and lino cutting tool/blades are UK manufactured by brand ESSDEE. - You get personal service! Each individual sticker I stamp by hand - attention to detail. - Unlike other kits I include everything you need so no looking for anything you didn't know you needed! - The choice of colours cannot be found anywhere! Unlike kits which include a large tube of a single colour, here you can try out 4. In this botanical kit I have hand selected and mixed these colours specifically myself they cannot be found anywhere else.

What's included in the price?

1) inking tray washable in soapy water with space to roll out 1 or 2 colours. Need more space you can use any flat non porous surface (glass from picture frame, ceramic tile, plastic chopping board, PVC, metal) 2) roller (brayer) 10cm rubber specifically for lino print can use with other crafts - softer & perfect for beginners. 3) lino piece grey - reversible 20x15cm (A5) - so you can do a different design on each side! Draw with pencil directly onto lino or transfer a design using tracing paper (provided in kit) 4) lino cut tool handle - comfortable shape with 5 profile shape blades UK manufactured - brand ESSDEE. 5) EXERCISE sheet (see photo) for a mark making exercise with a FREE Youtube video demonstration 6) artist palette knife to help you get inks from tins and mix together if you choose to. 7) pack of 4 sheets A5 size handmade Nepalese LOKTA paper. 8) tracing paper to transfer a design from paper to lino using pencil 9) Step by step written guide - full instructions with handy tips!! or alternative is to watch my videos.... 10) Pink Clay - earthy, dusky rose petals 11) Vintage Teal - rich and velvety 12) Burnt Sienna - mid brown shade on the warm side 13) Pea green - leafy & delicious 14) templates - Botanical stamp shapes with an A6 composition design - or come up with your own ideas! Sometimes coming up with an idea is the hardest part, here you can copy, allowing you to focus on technique until you get familiar. 15) Set 4 metal bulldog clips to hang your prints either while drying or as home decoration

What you will need

This kit provides everything you need to get started - just a few extras to find at home. (access to a sink, rags, scrap paper, scissors...)

Duration

Maker

Catherine Carmyllie Artist

with Craft Courses since 2017

Message the maker

Clever Hands is a small business & Art Studio based in Liverpool UK run by Artist Catherine Carmyllie. When the pandemic hit, creative classes at the studio had to pause. Catherine began sending out arts materials by post so that her students could continue being creative at home. Since then the business has grown and has 3 learning options: purchase a kit online, visit the studio in person or watch the video tutorials free online, learning at your own pace. Catherine also exhibits & sells her own artwork.

Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Children
Wheelchair users
Hearing impaired
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Christmas
Tutor can travel
Stag dos
Pet lovers
Easter
Suitable for beginners
Hen dos
Father's Day
Intermediate level
Corporate days out & team building
Mother's Day
School holiday workshops & activities
Romantic

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Reviews

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9 Aug 24'

Jane reviewed: 2 Person Linocut & Print Kit

"A beautifully put together kit with plenty for many projects. Excellent quality products. Worth every penny."

5 Aug 24'

Patricia Dimberline reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"Although I haven’t started, the kit was beautifully presented with all you need including paints. I am looking forward to autumn and doing more inside crafts and buying material for my designs, for home use. "

17 May 24'

Kathy reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"A really great kit for starting out Lino cutting & printing."

25 Feb 24'

Neil B reviewed: Linocut & print for beginners with Artist Catherine Carmyllie

"Great course. Just the right level of information from Catherine at the start and then most of the time learning by going with advice and support if needed. I hoped to gain the confidence and tips to get started with lino printing and that's exactly what I got from the session (along with several versions of the block I created and printed). Highly recommend for anyone looking to learn about lino cut printing, or just to have a go at something new in a small group."

Catherine Carmyllie Artist responded:

"Thanks Neil appreciate the time you took to write this, maybe see you soon on the intermediate lino print class :)"

19 Feb 24'

Kate B from Manchester reviewed: Linocut & print for beginners with Artist Catherine Carmyllie

"The Linocut & print course for beginners was brilliant. Catherine was an excellent teacher and gave everyone advice when needed and lots of positive feedback. She provided everything needed and we all went home with great prints! I had never done anything like this before and really enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend this course."

19 Feb 24'

Anna Reeves reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"Thank you Catherine, for such a thoughtful and enjoyable lino printing kit. I haven't used lino for many years and you included everything to get me inspired again. I have really enjoyed this kit and have used it to make lots of cards for friends and family. It was also beautifully presented with individually wrapped items. It felt like Christmas when I opened it! Your videos are really accessible and helpful too."

9 Nov 23'

Janet Swann reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"Presented beautifully - better than a box of chocolates and equally tempting. Straightforward instruction with quality materials. Can’t wait to get started."

27 Oct 23'

Paula Bass reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"Beautiful presented box. Sure will use the tissue paper for something. Beautiful papers and paint and good instructions. Look forward to using it all and hope I can do it justice. Definitely be purchasing other stuff from them again"

30 Jun 23'

Sandra M reviewed: Classic Linocut & Print Kit with 10 items, choose your own colours, UK made with video tutorials

"Delighted with this beautifully wrapped, speedily delivered kit. It’s an excellent introduction to this craft with all you need to get started plus tools & inks to continue. Thoroughly recommend this starter craft kit. "

Catherine Carmyllie Artist responded:

"Thanks for that kind review Sandra. :)"

31 May 23'

Elizabeth Milintacupt-Taylor reviewed: Linocut & print for beginners with Artist Catherine Carmyllie

"I had a lot of fun and I’m already planning to do another one! Learned a lot in a short time!"

17 Apr 23'

Lisa reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"Bought this set as a gift. Arrived promptly in a very solid outer box which protected the gift inside. Beautifully individually wrapped items inside and notes with details of online free tutorials. Excellent present, loved by the recipient as an introduction to Lino printing "

13 Apr 23'

Jane reviewed: Premium linocut & print kit

"Prompt delivery, useful contact with Catherine. Packaged beautifully with a sturdy box and individually wrapped tools in tissue paper. Have not opened completely yet as it is a birthday gift for my Grandaughter. Really looking forward to working with her on the project. Will post a further review when used."

2 Apr 23'

Kathy reviewed: Premium linocut & print kit

"A fantastic set - everything you need all in one place, good quality and beautifully presented. First set of Xmas cards already completed!! "

26 Mar 23'

Natasha reviewed: Linocut & print for beginners with Artist Catherine Carmyllie

"Amazing afternoon, laidback and relaxed no negativity! Catherine is so lovely and we are now Lino print lovers."

Catherine Carmyllie Artist responded:

"Thanks for a lovely review & yes we had a giggle! Come back & learn more Lino techniques! ;) "

4 Mar 23'

Joy reviewed: Botanical Linocut Kit, UK made, includes handmade papers, unique artist mixed colours & video tutorials

"Received the Botanical Lino kit today 😊. So beautifully packaged, was a shear delight opening everything and reading the information provided. Would definitely purchase more.... "

Catherine Carmyllie Artist responded:

"Thanks Joy for a lovely review enjoy your kit! Get in touch any questions about using your kit or about printing in general . C "

31 Jul 22'

Caroline reviewed: Linocut & print for beginners with Artist Catherine Carmyllie

"A fantastic course in a lovely studio. Catherine is a great tutor, very friendly and relaxed. I purchased one of Catherine’s beautiful kits to create at home. I would highly recommend this course, it’s a fun day out."