Lico Cut Prints

“Hand-carved. Hand-printed. One-of-a-kind.”

That’s the heartbeat of what I do. These aren’t your average iron-ons. Every patch you see here starts as a raw block of linoleum and a blank square of fabric—no machines, no shortcuts, just hours of focused work.

I begin by sketching my designs, then flip them into a mirror image and carve each line by hand. Lino cutting is a dance between pressure and precision—every cut removes a piece of the surface, slowly building the final image. When the plate is ready, I roll out high-quality fabric ink and press each patch individually, rubbing the back with a roller to transfer every detail. I pull each print by hand, one at a time, so every piece carries a slight variation—a handmade wobble, a subtle texture shift—that proves it was made by human hands, not a factory.

The result? Bold, graphic patches with a textured, tactile quality that look great whether they’re on a backpack, a denim jacket, or a work apron. I use durable fabric to hold the ink, ensuring your patch stays sharp wear after wear.

Because they’re handmade, slight imperfections are part of the charm—proof that real people made real things. Each patch is a limited-edition relief print, a small piece of the printmaking tradition that you can carry with you. Sew it on, wear it out, and take a little piece of the studio wherever you go.

Tarryn Torn