#clefs asks

[fabledferns]

I would love to try printing my own design on a shirt like you did! Could you please possibly make a guide on how you did it?

absolutely i can!! this is gonna get a bit long so im gonna put the full tutorial under a read more LOL

ALSO disclaimer: i’m making this tutorial with the assumption that whoever is reading it already kinda knows the basics of relief printing! BUT if anyone would like me to post a more basic tutorial about that, i would be happy to <3

1. the block!! i used the Inovart Eco Karve Printing Plates (very similar to the Speedball Speedy Carve Blocks, just a bit cheaper). but you can use linoleum, wood, etc. this was my first time ever printing on fabric and since it turned out so well i’ll probably stick to using this type of block in the future LOL but linoleum and wood do work! it mostly depends on personal preference and budget

2. i highly recommend doing a test print! both to prime the block a bit and to see if there’s any spots you missed (you can see a lot of chatter on the first test print that i got rid of)

3. the ink! i used the Speedball Fabric and Paper ink. it’s the only one i’ve tried for fabric, but i do recommend the speedball brand in general! whatever ink you use, make sure it’s for block printing, for fabric, and read the instructions

when getting your ink, i found that i ended up needing a bit more ink than i do printing on paper

you can either ink your print now or on step 5 if you’re worried about it drying out

4. prepare your shirt! try to get a shirt with the least amount of texture possible for the best results (not knitted, ribbed, etc). get yourself some cardboard to put in the shirt while you print, it’s supposed to be mainly to keep ink from bleeding but i feel like it also gives a better surface to print on

5. layersssss! shirt down first, flatten out where you want to print. then the block, and if you’re using a press, then the felt thing (it probably has a name)

usually printing on paper the block is laid down and the paper on top of it, fabric is the opposite!

6. printing! so for this i am obviously using a press (the Woodzilla Hand Press, highly recommend if you’re really getting into printmaking and have the money!!) if you’re using the press, after putting the top down, tuck the shirt under the lever. otherwise it’ll make marks in the shirt when you press down that will probably go away, but better safe than sorry

if you don’t have a press, no worries!! it just takes a bit more time and patience. use an old rolling pin or put a giant book on top and press! the bigger the print, the harder it is to print consistently. do your best to add enough pressure and make it even. even with the press, i usually put all my body weight into it

whatever method you’re using, use ALL YOUR MIGHT to print it!!!! too much pressure is better than not enough imo

7. TADA!! a (hopefully) perfect print!! if it’s not, don’t panic! i can’t attest for other brands, but ive been able to clean the ink out of misprinted shirts and print on them again. i washed them out in the sink to get as much ink out as possible (i used cold water, but to be so honest i have no idea if hot or cold water would work better). then use some sort of stain remover and just fucking. douse it. i used a Shout! spray for this. let it sit for however long the instructions say, wash it, and it should come out! it even worked for a light pink shirt for me, i can’t say for sure if it would work with white though

and that’s my guide!! hopefully i explained everything alright and people find it helpful <3 i’m happy to answer any other questions anyone might have! i am also pretty new to this though, so there is definitely some stuff i don’t know lol

[floccinaucinihilipilificationa]

[thedeskofaltoclef]

Yo, @glassanomaly. The benevolent @raddagher (my favorite artist and creator of my Favorite MTF Agent Perry Baxter. Glory to Raddagher) has already made it.

Chowder Clef Rises.

Bonus Radd-based Clef Art. This image was created years before she met me. She summoned me to this community. I had already been cosplaying in that exact outfit for about a year before I saw this image which is 1:1. This is the most accurate Deskverse Clef on the internet. Down to the whole situation of teeth.

Speaking of Deskverse, in honor of Radd's greatness 166's appearance is 1:1 as well. Check out Radds Tiktok if you want to see more.

Also, If you mother fuckers are not following Radd you are missing out! Art, Life tips, TWO HIT PODCASTS (Find us Alive and Hymns from the Road)

Radd does not get the credit she deserves. Please go follow her. The wiki is also filled with her writing and art.

Please go appreciate Radd

[myasoko]

since my last miclef post was liked so much, here is barbeque mickey part 2

[monigote001]

My favorite straight couple

THANKS THO!! glad you like my critters

For info:

Alex is holding the agender and bisexual flag

Clef is holding the bisexual, demisexual and genderqueer flag!! And version without text and flags if someones want to add text to it jj

They look so evil

[rottingraisins]

Kondraki's Funeral (Two Senior Doctors Walk Into A Bar)

[containable]

[popfizzles]

[from this prompt list]

Ah, maybe his typical black shirts are a poor choice when the temps get so high...

At least he looks cute in shorts!

[banesberry-anomoly]

Might try rendering this later

[dancing-drake]

BITE BITE!

(Poorly drawing neck🥀)

[CONTACTS]—|—[ Ani ]—[ @aronaax ]—|—[DIAL]

[blobee]

hear me out what if you drew Alto and Strelnikov with swapped clothes

HELP sorry for asking things a lot

I'm curious how they even agreed to do this

I'm fine with a lot of asks... I mean, not as much as 29th but ehhh

[fabledferns]

how would one theoretically go about... acquiring a friend to bugs shirt?

i’m planning on opening up an etsy with some friends soon probably?? but for now im selling them in person or you can shoot me a DM with what you’re looking for, and i can let you know what i have!

[brainrotisseriechicken]

hai i need you to know your meri design brings me indescribable joy she is sososo angelic and beautiful in your art style..,,… plz never stop making gorgeous art ur so talented

aww thank you !!!! i love drawing her too :D sweetest girl ever ,,,,

[natcatnhanh]

CELESTIA GET THE AK-47, THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP IS NOT ENOUGH TO KILL THIS MOTHERFUCKER

[springysprongy]

CREATURE SCP‼️‼️

❗❗❗

[monigote001]

Ur art bringz me comfort /pos /srs

-𝄡n't

that makes me so happy to read!!!! I love drawing them, my characters and Clef, it's really nice to know I can share that comfort with someone else

Take this dumb drawing as a thank you!!!