{"product_id":"creative-school-supply-gel-press-printing-plate-30-x-37cm-12-x-14","title":"Creative School Supply Gel Press Printing Plate 30 x 37cm (12 x 14\")","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCreative School Supply Gel Press Printing Plate 30 x 37cm (12 x 14\")\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonoprinting is simple, engaging and loads of fun with Gel Press Printing Plates! Easy to clean, and always ready for use. Gel Press Printing plates look and feel like gelatin, but are durable, flexible, reusable and store at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 37cm (Approximately 12 x 14\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to use Gel Press Printing Plate (monoprinting):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply acrylic paint to the plate. Then use a hard roller to evenly cover the plate with paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse soft tipped tools, e.g. cotton buds, paint brushes or soft rubber tipped tools\/stamps, to make marks in the paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress your paper firmly down on top of the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeel back paper to reveal your monoprint. It is not necessary to clean the plate between prints!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to clean your Gel Press Printing Plates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not necessary to clean the plate between prints, but when finished, use mild soap and water to remove any paint residue. It is best to place the plate on a non-porous barrier such as acetate, baking tray or piece of glass while printing. Use soft tipped tools when making marks into paint. Store flat in the original packaging. When making marks into paint. Store flat in the original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGel Press Printing Plates Extension Ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStencils \u0026amp; Stamping: Place objects such as sequins, string or leaves onto the plate to make marks, or leave them there to create a stencil. Use cotton filters, patterned rollers and stampers, laser cut stencil paper, and catalyst silicone blades to create amazing patterns. Craft foam can be used to create your own stamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixed Media: Final prints can be enhanced with watercolour or acrylic paint. Posca markers or gel pens can also be used to embellish certain areas. Cut up prints and use as collage paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasking: Use liquid masking fluid to block out patterns, shapes or designs on your paper before pulling a print. Use multipurpose or Ezy-Cut stencil paper to mask larger areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Creative School Supply Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53207177363819,"sku":"CSSS034","price":233.91,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/2795\/8891\/files\/SS034__16220.1680939685.500.750.jpg?v=1778471133","url":"https:\/\/megaofficesupplies.com.au\/products\/creative-school-supply-gel-press-printing-plate-30-x-37cm-12-x-14","provider":"Mega Office Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}