Beginner Linolium Printing Block

Software:

Illustrator / Vectric

Machine Time:

5min

Bit or Laser Size:

1/8" End Mill

Feeds & Speeds:

20mm/s

Materials:

Linolium
Fabric or Oil Ink
MDF or Chipboard

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Making printing blocks by hand is a long process and time consuming , so making it on a CNC router its just smart.

I have always wanted to add my own design to my tshirt. I dont regularly buy regular branded stuff thus this will come in handy. You can apply this to other fabric, wood, leather, etc.

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The process is simple and i show it in the video bellow.

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Note about the vector:
- Make sure you add an outer shape to your vector so the toolpath is created by the difference
- Also flip your vector prior to generating the toolpath so when you print its correct