Aquatex Screen Printing Set

Explore the exciting world of textile design with the Aquatex Screen Printing Kit, an Australian-made, all-in-one solution for classroom or studio screen printing projects. This comprehensive kit includes water-based textile screen printing and graphic inks designed for ease of use, durability, and professional results. The Aquatex inks feature a high-stretch composition and deliver a super-soft feel after curing, making them ideal for printing on fabric. These inks are also hard-wearing, colour-fast, and light-fast, ensuring long-lasting and vibrant prints. With a no-smell formula that cleans up easily with water, the kit is both user-friendly and classroom-safe.

The complete set includes:

• 1 Metal Screen with 43T Mesh (30 x 40cm)
• 4 x A4 Clear Acetate Sheets
• 1 x 15cm Squeegee
• Sticky Tape Rolls
• 6 x 250ml Aquatex Inks
• Instruction Sheet
• Colour Mixing Wheel

Perfect for art programs, this kit provides students with an opportunity to experiment with printmaking techniques, learn colour theory, and create wearable art or decorative textiles. Whether designing class t-shirts or producing unique art prints, the Aquatex Screen Printing Kit is a hands-on, creative resource that supports STEM and visual arts integration. Made in Australia, it's a trusted and eco-conscious choice for educators.

Educational Benefits

• Introduces textile and printmaking techniques - Encourages students to learn screen printing fundamentals.
• Develops motor skills and hand-eye coordination - Students use real tools like squeegees and acetate stencils.
• Reinforces colour theory - Includes a colour mixing wheel for learning and experimentation.
• Fosters creative confidence - Allows students to design and print their own custom fabric artworks.

Classroom Ideas

• Design class t-shirts or tote bags - Perfect for group projects or end-of-year keepsakes.
• Explore repeat pattern design - Teach symmetry, balance, and repetition through textile printing.
• Curriculum-linked art units - Tie into cultural or historical studies by recreating traditional printing techniques.
• Colour mixing exploration - Use the colour wheel to blend inks and understand primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.

Product Specifications

• Screen size: 30 x 40cm metal frame with 43T mesh
• Inks: 6 x 250ml Aquatex water-based inks
• Squeegee: 15cm
• Acetate sheets: 4 x A4 clear sheets
• Additional contents: Sticky tape rolls, colour mixing wheel, instructions
• Ink properties: Water-based, no odour, high stretch, soft finish, colour-fast, light-fast
• Clean-up: Washable with water
• Made in: Australia