Hayy Makers | Wear it Again: Silk Screen Printing with Leen Kahaleh

This workshop offers a fun and hands-on introduction to silk screen printing through both theory and practice. It invites participants to explore composition, color, and layering while transforming a pre-loved tote bag, t-shirt or garment into a unique piece.

Registration:
Sign up through the Book Here button. You will receive an email to confirm your attendance.

*Please make sure to bring your own preloved items to print on. No shirts, bags, or other pieces will be provided by Hayy Makers

**Wear it Again: Silk Screen Printing with Leen Kahaleh**
	Learning Outcomes: Understand the history, origins, and contemporary applications of silk screen printing. Prepare screens for printing, including artwork placement, stencil application, and screen setup. Develop an understanding of composition, positioning, and print placement on textiles. Practice using squeegees effectively to achieve consistent, clean, and high-quality prints. Experiment with color application techniques, including gradients, overlays, and blending effects. Explore layering techniques to create multi-layered prints with depth, texture, and visual complexity. Apply screen printing techniques to transform pre-loved textiles into unique, personalized pieces. Learn best practices for cleaning, reclaiming, and storing screens and tools for future use. Final outcome: A silk-screen print on one of your preloved items

Leen Kahaleh
Leen Kahaleh is a visual and product designer whose work explores social and cultural themes in the Arab region. With a passion for creating, making, and exploring new technologies, she seeks to elevate the local design scene, inspire audiences, educate children, and develop creative solutions to diverse challenges.

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