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Letterpress Workshop

12/4/2013

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Last Sunday I was able to join Porchlight Press for a holiday letterpress workshop at their beautiful studio. I've had a keen interest in letterpress printing for quite a few years but have yet to learn the art of the trade, or be on this side of the printing press.

It was a creative afternoon spent designing a piece (holiday card), with our choice of lead and woodblock type. We fit our select type together like a puzzle with wood and metal spacers to create a uniform block, then inked up the presses and hand cranked the card stock through the letterpress to create gorgeous impressions. A big thanks to Sam for his careful instruction and wealth of shared letterpress knowledge. Much appreciated! 

Maybe one day I'll have the space to have a press in my garage and crank out beautiful printed work. Until then, thanks Porchlight Press for such a great afternoon! 

And, count yourself very lucky if you receive one of my letterpress Christmas cards in the mail this season :)

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Mom
12/7/2013 12:10:42 am

That is most appealing...can totally understand why u loved it. So glad u got to go. :). Keep your eyes peeled for a press. Can always store here for the time being. !

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    Kayla English

    Happily married to a handsome fellow named Tylor, she is a graphic designer, paper lover, hobby crafter, culinary adventurer and an all-round  creative enthusiast.

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