Helen's print studio at The Chocolate Factory N16  is a wonderful environment to try something new and creative in a small group. 

*To adhere to current guidelines relating to Covd-19, the smaller scheduled class size currently offers two places. This gives a more comfortable space for social distancing and extra individual teaching support. Groups of up to four people are welcome to book at a discounted rate, but please be aware that places are now limited to two households of three people or one household of four.*  

This beginner's class is a great opportunity to learn the basic techniques of screen printing on to fabric with an experienced teacher. Screen printing with paper stencils is a brilliant starting point for learning the process of pulling ink through an open screen to create your own unique designs and is easy to set up at home.

Helen will guide you through the whole process and we'll each try a quick sample print on to fabric, to spark ideas and show you the ropes. You'll then have time to create paper stencils using scissors and/or scalpel, ready to print your own unique design on to a tote bag or tea towel. You are welcome to explore the many books and visual references in the studio to inspire and help you get started.

There will be plenty of time to experiment and pick and choose colours from the studio collection.
All inks are water-based.

Price includes a choice of a tote bag or tea towel for each participant. Additional items may be purchased if required.

You can also bring along your own item of clothing to print on to - 100% cotton, light coloured fabric is best.

Please note that this class does not involve the photographic process of exposing images on to screen. Information can be supplied about this process but we will only be using paper stencils in this session given the short time frame.

Limited paid parking zones on nearby streets. Rail links - Dalston Junction, Dalston Kingsland, or Rectory Road. Bus links - 67, 149, 243 and 76




Learn the basics of screen printing on to fabric with paper stencils in this 2.5 hour workshop at a fully equipped print studio in Stoke Newington, Hackney.

Helen Rawlinson Design