Learn the art of block printing and repeat pattern design with quilting in mind in this beginner-friendly workshop. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, block printing offers a slow, rewarding process that highlights the artisan’s hand while opening up creative possibilities for surface design on textiles. Please note: while this class focuses on creating printed fabrics suitable for quilting, quilting instruction is not included. And you don’t need to be a quilter to participate!  Students will design simple motifs, transfer and carve their blocks, and explore pigment mixing, printing techniques, and pattern registration.

Through guided demonstrations, you’ll move through the full process—from design to carving to printing and heat-setting your fabrics. The workshop concludes with a collaborative “block (printing) party,” where participants can share designs to create one-of-a-kind textiles. You’ll leave with a collection of hand-printed fabrics ready for quilting, embellishment, or future projects.

For over 29 years, Christa Schoenbrodt has led Studio Haus, a multidisciplinary design studio exploring a range of creative processes. Her recent work focuses on surface design, blending hand-printed textiles with digital techniques, including fabrics produced through Spoonflower after receiving a 2021 small business grant. Deeply drawn to the artistry of block printing, Christa designs, carves, and prints her own blocks to create unique handmade pieces, and she enjoys sharing this process with others through workshops.

$475 -$560

Additional Supply Fee:  None. The $50 supply fee includes 3X3” Blocks (2 per); 4X4” Gray Blocks (2 per); 2X2” Gray Blocks (2 per); Pigments; Polycrylic Can; Slider Bags; Foam Brushes; Bench Hooks.

Scholarship Available: Yes. Please click here to learn more about applying for a scholarship.

Level: Beginner

Minimum Number of Students: 5 by July 10, 2026

Maximum Number of Students: 8

Required Supplies:

• 2-3 or more clear deli soup containers with tight fitting lids (for mixing pigments) 
• Apron and/or work clothes (pigments will stain clothes) 
• Sketchbook and soft lead pencil w/eraser 
• Foam for inking (1” or thicker and minimum 6” square; 3-5 or more per student depending on length of workshop)
• Approximately 1-2 yards of pre-washed natural fiber quilting cotton fabric (smooth surface, only) and plenty of muslin for testing blocks (the inks we use are transparent so only bring white or light-colored fabrics--I recommend starting with white to get a sense of how to print)
• Tracing paper (optional) 
• Plastic lunch or serving trays or small cookie sheet pan 
• Minimum of 2 small silicone spatulas 
• Small spoons for mixing pigments (I prefer to use to-go spoons without crevices or lips for ease of cleanup)
• Block carving handles and blades (v-gouges and u-gouges are primary blades but students may want to try others) 
• X-acto blades and handles (optional)
• Sharpie Markers
• Sketch pads/paper and soft lead pencils
• Comfortable shoes

Class Schedule: The class will be in person at the SEFAA Center on August 27-30 from 10am-5pm each day.