Materials Needed:

- Linoleum block (battleship grey lino)

- Lino cutting tools

- Fabric ink suitable for textiles

- Brayer (ink roller)

- Fabric for printing

- Paper for sketching and testing

Steps:

1. Design your pattern:

- Sketch your design on paper, keeping it simple for your first attempt.

- Remember that your final print will be a mirror image of your carving.

2. Transfer the design:

- Trace your design onto the linoleum block using tracing paper and a pencil.

3. Carve the block:

- Use lino cutting tools to carve away the areas you don't want to print.

- Start with smaller gouges and work your way to larger ones[6].

4. Prepare your fabric:

- Pre-wash your fabric to remove any sizing.

- Iron it flat and secure it to a work surface.

5. Ink the block:

- Roll out a thin layer of fabric ink on a flat surface.

- Use the brayer to apply ink evenly to your carved block.

6. Print on fabric:

- Place the inked block face-down on your fabric[5].

- Apply firm, even pressure to transfer the design[1][5].

- Carefully lift the block straight up to avoid smudging[5].

7. Set the ink:

- Allow the print to air dry for 24 hours.

- Heat-set the ink with an iron according to the ink manufacturer's instructions.

Tips:

- Do test prints on paper or scrap fabric before printing on your final piece.

- Put cardboard or scrap fabric between layers when printing on multi-layer fabrics.

- For larger designs, consider using traditional block printing ink instead of ink pads.

Remember to be patient and practice. Your prints will improve with experience!