The girls and I made these linoleum prints for the grandmothers. My favorite thing about making prints is that you can make multiples, so we made some for teacher cards, some for us, and some for both grandmothers. And all you need is a simple drawing to make a nice print. We basically used the same process that we did here, but this time I used their existing artwork and I have now invested in a baren, so no more foot pressing. I used easy-cut linoleum so I was able to easily trace their drawings from the paper onto the linoleum.
I think it’s particularly effective with younger children’s artwork to make multiple prints in varying colors as I did here with the sunshines. We’re late with these, but the grandmothers will get them next weekend. Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to you!!! thanks for all the wonderful posts, love following your blog!
Those came out beautifully! Happy Mother’s Day to you too!
What is the best way to get a drawing that is on paper on to the lino?
Thank you for sharing this post. I have been wanting to try printing with my students and my own children. Information like this makes me feel like I can do it!
Ok I have to ask… this linoleum stuff you talk about, it’s not the kind you put on the floor is it?? Ok you can stop laughing and answer my stupid question. OK?!?! So if i go into… lets say …Joann’s they would know what i need???
thanks
Lori — This is a totally reasonable question! Yes, it’s pretty much what floors are made of, but I would guess the flooring would be more difficult to carve. Try an art supply store.