Printing by Hand has sold more than fifty-thousand copies since its first publication in the summer of 2008, and the book's author, Lena Corwin, has remained a sought-after instructor and popular craft influencer ever since. 
This new paperback edition features all of the content of the original, including design templates printed on full-size pattern sheets in an envelope in the back of the book. A whole new generation of readers will love discovering Corwin's techniques for stamping, screen-printing, and stenciling by hand. Chapters offer step-by-step instructions for creating 19 different projects-stationery, fabric pouches, wrapping paper, tablecloth and napkins, T-shirts, artwork, furniture, and more--including an original, all-new block-printing project. For each, the author has created and included an original design template so that readers can achieve the same beautiful results shown in the book. In addition to the projects, the book includes an extensive how-to section and useful charts for matching surface to ink or paint and for getting the color you want.

Details

ISBN13: 9781419792762
Format: Paperback / softback
Number of Pages: 144
Edition:
Publication Date: 03 Nov 2026
Publisher: Abrams
Publication City, Country: New York, United States
Dimensions (cm): 24.1(H)x21.6(L)x1.9(W)
Weight (gm):

Author Biography

Lena Corwin is an artist, textile designer, and author known for her accessible, design-forward approach to handmade craft. She has created prints and patterns for a range of fashion and lifestyle brands, including Marithé + François Girbaud, Calvin Klein, and Jill Stuart, as well as collaborations with companies such as Target and Urban Outfitters.
Corwin is the author of Printing by Hand, which has sold more than fifty thousand copies and remains a foundational resource for DIY printmaking. Drawing on years of teaching workshops and leading creative classes, her work emphasizes practical techniques, repeatable processes, and experimentation across paper, fabric, and home surfaces.
She enjoys a wide range of handmade techniques and utilizes computer technology as a complementary tool. Corwin taught popular craft classes from her Brooklyn studio, then moved to Northern California, where she lives and continues to write, teach, and work as a design consultant for a variety of clients.

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