Tess Grace

About Tess

Tess Grace is a block printing tutor who has a passion for pattern, printing, and crafting.

Tess’ love for block printing started after a visit to Jaipur where she learned how to print. She is dedicated to working with children and adults to discover the joy of creating and using a variety of textiles.

Tess and her mother, Grace, own ‘The Indian Block Print Co.’, a creative retail business and craft studio in Oxfordshire, near Bicester, where they design and sell a range of Indian Printing Blocks, Fabric Blanks, kits, Paints & Printing supplies.

Tess invites all of you to “come on in and join a whole world of gorgeousness!”

Click here for a short but comprehensive guide from Tess on how to block print onto fabric and/or paper.

https://www.theindianblockprintco.com

Signature Technique

Block Printing

Tess’ Top Tips

Print onto a foam printing matt. You should be able to wiggle your printing block as you press down.
Always tap paint onto the surface of your printing block, never wipe or squeeze.
Have a practice print so that you get a feel for the right amount of paint to be used.
Use sponge dabbers for multi-colour printing. They are much more precise.

Videos

Books and Patterns

Posts

Sewing Me time Weekend in Surrey, 8 and 9 November 2025

Date: 8 - 9 November 2025
Location: DeVere Horsley Estates, East Horsley, Surrey
Price: £440

Join us for a very special Sewing Me Time weekend. Hang out, get your projects finished, enjoy pampering time at a stunning countryside hotel.

Sewing Me Time in Hampshire, 21 and 22 June 2025

Date: 21 – 22 June 2025
Location: New Place Hotel, Shirrell Heath, Hampshire
Price: £440

Join us for a very special Sewing Me Time weekend. Hang out, get your projects finished, enjoy pampering time at a stunning countryside hotel..