Fabric Printing at Home Blog Tour

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About two months ago I wrote a review about the book Fabric Printing at Home written by my friend, Julie B. Booth.


Today I'm going to show you one of the things I learned from her book and then give you an opportunity to win a copy of the book for yourself.
I used a hot glue gun to create a design onto a toilet paper roll.  I was impatient and didn't seal the toilet paper roll with white glue or a gel medium before creating my design.  

I inserted a short roller handle that one can find at the local hardware store into the toilet paper roll. . . 
 . . .and used my 3x5" Gelli Plate as a paint palette.

 I rolled the paint across a sample piece of fabric. . .
. . .first going long ways. . .

 . . .and then again short ways.
I really like the texture this provides whether I go once or twice across the fabric and I'm gladly adding it to my art "toolbox."  Have you tried something like this before?  What have you used it for?  Leave a comment below (either answer one of my questions or just say Hi!) and you will be entered for a chance to a copy of Fabric Printing at Home.  The winner will be chosen on February 14th!  Be sure to stop at Julie's blog everyday for the next two weeks as she will be giving away daily prizes, and then visit each blog listed below on the designated date to enter for another chance to win Julie's book!

February 2: Lisa Chin
February 3: Lynn Krawczyk
February 4: Jane Davila
February 5: Carol R. Eaton
February 6: Judy Gula
February 7: Susan Purney Mark
February 8: Teri Lucas
February 9: Jennifer Coyne Qudeen
February 10: Deborah Boschert
February 11: Lynda Heines
February 12: Cheryl Sleboda
February 13: Terri Stegmiller
February 14: Jackie Lams

Comments

Brenda said…
How clever. Knew I was saving those nice quality rolls for something even if I didn't know what. ;>) I think I would love to have a copy of the book, and am glad I am getting a chance to explore all of the blogs on the tour.
February 2, 2015 at 2:57 AM
Mimzy said…
Cleaver using a to roll!
February 2, 2015 at 6:26 AM
Chiska said…
How fun! I haven't, but it looks like it would be fun to figure out.
February 2, 2015 at 6:41 AM
Thread Born said…
No need to enter me in the drawing (tee hee) but thanks again for taking part! I love what you did with the rolled texture...and genius to put it on that type of roller!-Julie
February 2, 2015 at 7:04 AM
Deborah said…
Love the tp roll idea! Amazing how wonderful results can be! Thanks!
February 2, 2015 at 8:03 AM
Quilter Beth said…
I have not used glue on a toilet paper roll before, but it did use rubberbands wound around my brayer. I love the marks I got using that. I will be trying the toilet paper roll and glue method.
February 2, 2015 at 8:23 AM
janice said…
I never thought to use a glue gun with a toilet paper roll, but have used one on flat cardboardd.
February 2, 2015 at 9:46 AM
Pam said…
I have not done it with a roller. But have taken just old cardboard and put my design on it with glue/puff paint and then place in paint and then on the fabric for the desired design I wanted.
February 2, 2015 at 10:11 AM
AnneM said…
Great idea, Lisa. Another use for toilet paper rolls.
February 2, 2015 at 10:51 AM
em's scrapbag said…
I've used hot glue on a tp roll before, but appreciated your tip on the roller.
February 2, 2015 at 11:11 AM
Anonymous said…
I've used wood blocks wrapped in twine or with foam shapes stuck on them to stamp, but never this rolling method! We would love to win this book to improve our fabric printing skills!
February 2, 2015 at 11:53 AM
Unknown said…
Hi! I've not tried this, but now have an idea to try for myself. I love the idea of using paper rollers and I can think it would be great to try gluing something onto the rollers, like leaves. Great post, thanks! Norma
February 2, 2015 at 1:29 PM
Marcia Coling said…
Never thought about going in both directions! Thanks!

February 2, 2015 at 1:33 PM
Unknown said…
Glad to see recycling of materials! Want to try this!
February 2, 2015 at 2:17 PM
Debbie said…
The book looks great. Thanks for the giveaway and chance to win. I've also shared your giveaway on my Giveaway List for just sewers & quilters at wowilikethat.com. Thanks again. (debbie at wowilikethat dot com)
February 2, 2015 at 3:27 PM
Pamela said…
What a great idea! I have plenty of glue and paper rolls. Thanks for the fun!
February 2, 2015 at 6:19 PM
Deb Clarke said…
Very creative and certainly inspiring.......and equipment I have on hand to boot. Look out, I am off to try this. Deb C.
February 2, 2015 at 7:13 PM
auschick said…
That's so interesting! I have bought some fabric paints to try out but haven't had a chance to yet!
February 2, 2015 at 8:16 PM
Dee Spillane said…
Love this idea for fabric printing. I will try for gelli printing too. Cool.
February 2, 2015 at 8:27 PM
Bethany Garner said…
Lynn... THIS is what I call creative use of ordinary objects, and we can always count on you to share! The texture is wonderful, and the contrast subtle but very interesting. Love it!
Bethany
February 3, 2015 at 5:43 AM
SonjaM said…
This is need would love the book!!!! My 16 yr old daughter and I could have a lot of fun with this!!!!!! sonjasmith76@yahoo.com
February 3, 2015 at 7:13 AM
Maya Sara Matthew said…
Hi, printing was always expensive blocks and screens but Julie makes it so delightful and simple.Love what you created.
February 3, 2015 at 7:49 AM
Gill said…
What a great idea - I've never seen this before but I shall definitely be trying it!
February 3, 2015 at 9:37 AM
Relishing Life said…
What a great idea, Lisa! I have one of those small rollers here at home and an abundance of toilet paper rolls. Thank you!
February 3, 2015 at 9:46 AM
Carole @ Fresh off the Frame said…
Smart! Hmm. That give me an idea...
Time to go test it out!
February 3, 2015 at 11:03 AM
Unknown said…
I've used a rolling pin in a similar way!
February 3, 2015 at 12:21 PM
Dotti said…
who knew the humble toilet paper roll could serve so many diversified uses!
February 3, 2015 at 5:27 PM
mumbird3 said…
That is so cool! Must try it!
mumbird3(at)gmail(dot)com
February 4, 2015 at 8:54 AM
Dawn said…
I haven't tried this before, but I think I would like to. Oh and hello! Have a great day! dawnm1993(at)gmail(dot)com
February 4, 2015 at 5:56 PM
Sue Andrus said…
Definitely looks like something I'd like to try!
February 4, 2015 at 7:38 PM
Unknown said…
Looks like a great creative outlet - 2 dimensional art meets 3D sewing arts all rolled into one. Love it! I need to try this.
February 4, 2015 at 9:20 PM
Judy Sall Fiber Art said…
Great idea! Really excited about so many new ideas to try!
February 5, 2015 at 5:51 AM
LynneP said…
What a great idea for printing-love it! Thanks for the chance to win this book.
February 5, 2015 at 6:49 AM
Miss Jean said…
I think I have almost everything I need to try this. Making a list for the rest.
February 5, 2015 at 7:17 AM
mabear said…
I love your fabric. I like the toilet paper roll idea.

mabear29@ymail.com
February 5, 2015 at 7:45 AM
Kaizen Fashion Project said…
What a FUN book! I'd love to win!
heatheranne99 at gmail dot com
February 5, 2015 at 8:59 AM
Lydia said…
I knew IT! I knew I should've been saving those TP rolls. This is ingenious, another trash into treasure find. Love it. Thanks!
February 5, 2015 at 9:38 AM
acornreads said…
A reason to save tp rolls! What a fun project...thanks!
February 5, 2015 at 10:20 AM
Unknown said…
I love your idea, using what you have on hand and letting your creativity come out to play!
February 5, 2015 at 1:36 PM
Jeannie said…
I've been saving the rolls from empty saran wrap knowing that I'd need them one day. Thanks for the fabulous idea!
February 5, 2015 at 5:20 PM
Laura said…
What a fun way to get some great texture. Thanks for showing us.
February 5, 2015 at 8:36 PM
Tawa said…
I guess I will have to stop composting my toilet rolls and give this a try. Thanks for the giveaway. Tarnia.hodgesatgmail.com
February 7, 2015 at 11:55 AM
Unknown said…
Hi, those tiolet paper rolls come in handy.
February 7, 2015 at 6:47 PM
Linda Stern said…
Thanks! This is something I can do with my high school students in class. We are currently creating collographs. This is a collograph in the round!
February 8, 2015 at 6:28 AM
CyndyK said…
I've not tried using a toilet paper tube, but I like the idea! Thanks for sharing with us! cknapp3626@sbcglobal.net
February 8, 2015 at 10:34 PM
Cindy H said…
Thanks for sharing this. I would have never thought of using toilet paper rolls on a paint roller to print with!
February 9, 2015 at 12:26 AM
Textile Recycler said…
Great idea! I have a huge box of tp rolls... I'd better get started :)
February 10, 2015 at 4:54 AM
Treasures by Louise said…
I haven't tried this but I have all the supplies to make a pattern roller. I will definitely try it, and this is a book I'd love to win.
February 10, 2015 at 6:18 AM
Renate said…
I've used an old potato masher I found at a thrift store for creating pattern on cloth. It created a wonderful grid pattern for background.
February 10, 2015 at 11:14 PM
Jennifer Scantlebury Vienneau said…
I think I will give this a try! Looks like fun!
February 11, 2015 at 8:45 PM
Sarah said…
Fun to see your printing experiment. I like its simplicity! Would love a copy of the book!
February 11, 2015 at 8:54 PM
Unknown said…
I really like your site.
February 11, 2015 at 11:26 PM
patty a. said…
I just tossed a bunch of mt tp rolls in the recycling bin! Darn! Oh well, there will always be more! Thanks for the great idea!
February 12, 2015 at 7:16 AM
Nancy said…
The glue-gun/toilet paper roll idea is new to me. But I like it! Gelli Prints I have tried. Good thought to use that as the background for your hot glue print. Thanks for the post and the chance to win.
February 12, 2015 at 7:25 AM
Connie Kresin Campbell said…
What a great post! I have used hot glue on cardboard before with the grandkids, that was fun!
February 12, 2015 at 7:37 AM
Sharmon Davidson said…
I really like your printing method, and the results are very cool!
February 12, 2015 at 8:48 AM
Laceflower said…
Every time I throw away a TP empty tube I think, I should be saving this, now I have reason, other than hording!
February 12, 2015 at 9:43 AM
Mokki said…
What a clever idea. I might have to hold on to the toilet roll tubes from now on.
February 13, 2015 at 4:39 AM
jannieb said…
I have a bin full of cardboard rolls just waiting, thanks for the reminder lol ...love your work!
February 13, 2015 at 6:39 AM
virgdale said…
HaHa, who would have thought! Great fun!!!
February 13, 2015 at 12:53 PM
Sew Can Do said…
What a clever idea - this book looks so fun!
February 13, 2015 at 9:14 PM
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