Block Printing on Fabric Workshop

Explore the ancient art of block printing and create stunning fabrics for your projects or wardrobe.



2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests       $65 (PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Welcome to a beginner-friendly class for learning block printing to design a personalised t-shirt, dress, or table runner.
Block printing is an ancient craft of stamping designs on fabric using hand-carved wooden blocks and natural dyes, with origins tracing back to the Indus Valley Civilization (3500–1300 BC) and significant flourishing under Mughal Empire patronage in the 16th to 18th centuries. The practice was historically centred in Rajasthan and Gujarat, where it served as a marker of social identity and status before becoming a major global export.
In Sindh, Pakistan, the regions of Hala and Thatta are renowned for Ajrak, a distinctive fabric characterised by its deep blue, red, black, and white palette and deep cultural significance. In southern Punjab, particularly in Multan and Dera Ghazi Khan, block printing remains a cherished heritage in fashion wardrobes.
Bring a cotton t-shirt in white or light colours in your size and get more fabrics as a part of your ticket to have some Fabric Fun!
Good for all skill levels 14 years up. Enjoy a relaxing day with your friends.
All materials, tea/coffee, and snacks included.
Please dress casually to accommodate stains or bring an apron.
What you'll get
Fabric, Pigments, blocks, Tea/coffee
Knowledge required
Beginner friendly
What to bring
Apron, an extra item like a t-shirt/ dress in white or light colours
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).

Location

Sefton Park, SA

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Block Printing on Fabric Workshop location
Your teacher

Rehana Usman
Rehana Usman
(Studio Rags)

4.9 (118)
female Women-owned

Rehana Usman is an artist with a Bachelors' degree in Textile design from NCA Pakistan. She has served in the leading textile companies of the country and participated in several international trade shows like Heimtextil Frankfurt & Shanghai, Maison et Objet, Texworld etc.
Print design and styling have been her expertise both in apparel and home textiles. She has run several workshops for textile students along with being a thesis consultant and an associate professor at NCA. Rehana is also passionate about watercolour painting and famous Pakistani Truck Art. She writes children's stories for her Urdu podcast and creates the illustrations.
She has set up STUDIO RAGS to promote value-added skills. She aims to share her expertise with other people by offering regular workshops. She carries many stories and experiences from other parts of the world.
Rehana is multi lingual and can speak four languages. She is simple, imaginative and very proud of her origin.
Indonesian batik is her speciality in Australia. Her workshops have received 5 star reviews in Adelaide Fringe. Batik was declared as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
These adult workshops are about equipping you with new personal projects or a creative hobby and making new friends. Kids can also discover the artform and upskill for both leisure and career opportunities.

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