Learn how to make art prints with a gel plate
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If you've never tried gel printing before, this is a great place to start. Our videos guide you through different techniques. You learn how to make prints using stencils, how to make transfer prints and how to make texture prints using lace, tulle, bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard, yarn, flowers and leaves. You also learn how to make prints using a brush, as well as how to clean the gel plate. Once you've learned the techniques, you can create unique art prints for your walls.
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How to clean the gel plate 
Learn how to clean the gel plate with water and mild soap. The plate may become slightly coloured, but this does not matter.
How to make stencil prints 
Learn how to make prints using stencils. Buy stencils or make your own.
How to make texture prints 
Learn how to make texture prints. Use lace, bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard, tulle or anything else to add texture to the print.
How to make transfer prints 
Learn how to make transfer prints with a magazine page – the more contrast in the picture, the better the print.
How to print with brush strokes 
Learn how to make prints with a brush. Use a brush to paint a design on the gel plate and use a handle or similar non-scratching tool to smear the paint.
How to make gel prints with yarn 
Learn how to make gel prints with yarn. You can use both thin and thick yarn and make a gradiated or solid background colour.
How to make gel prints with flowers 
Learn how to make gel prints with flowers. Collect flowers and leaves for your print.
How to make mono gel prints 
Learn how to make mono gel prints with flowers and leaves. Collect the flowers and leaves for your print outdoors in nature or in the garden.
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