Red Fort Postcard Block Printing: Age 6+ (Do it Yourself)

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About the Product

Red Fort postcards

The Red Fort used to be the main residence of the Mughal Emperors after Shah Jahan decided to shift his capital from Agra to Delhi. This postcard, with its block printing element takes us back in time! The beauty of its architecture is captured in wooden blocks. The postcard is 9x6" in size

Carved wooden blocks

The printing blocks are made from seasoned wood such as sheesham, teak or chaer, by trained craftsmen. Designs are carved on the underside of the block. 2-3 holes are drilled into the block to create air passage, New blocks are soaked in oil for 10-15 days to season the wood. In this kit, 7 wooden block pieces are provided that will collectively help forming the monument, by repeating a few block prints.

Printing dyes

A type of dye that is commonly used in block printing is known as direct dye. In this kit we have provided poster colours for printing on paper, which are lead-free and safe for children

Printing pad

The printing pad is the tray in which the printing dye is kept. In this kit sponge is provided, as a printing pad. Dampen the sponge. Pour some colour on it Spread it. Dab the block on the sponge and print on card or paper.