Cyanotype is one of the first photographic techniques. Discovered in 1842, it was known well into the 20th century as a popular, cost-effective method for reproducing photographs, documents, maps and plans ("blueprints"). It can also be used to record biological samples in the field ("photograms").

Cyanotype uses the power of the sun and can be used to produce detailed prints of practically any object: Tools, toys, plants, leaves, stones, sand, string, lace, etc. Simply place the object on the sensitized surface and expose it to sunlight (UV). Instead of objects, digital prints can also be used as photographic negatives, e.g. an inverted black and white photo inkjet print on transparent paper, to create full resolution photos on paper or fabric. Ideal for photographers, artists, graphic designers, quilters and more.

Plus, the cyanotype process is easy, forgiving, fast, magical and fun. Captures the nuance of every shadow - a fun group activity for all ages!

The kit is enough for about 50 A4 prints or about 6 m² of fabric. To get started, proceed as follows:

• Fill bottles A and B with water. Then shake them well and wait approx. 24 hours to ensure that the powder has completely dissolved. If the water hardness in your area is high, we advise you to use distilled water.
• Provide subdued light and mix component A with component B in a ratio of 1:1. The light-sensitive solution you obtain will work for 24 hours and should be processed during this time.
• Coat the fabric or paper you want to print on and then leave it to dry in a dark place. You can repeat the process for particularly intense results. For textiles, there is no reason not to immerse them completely in the solution.
• Place the object or negative on your paper or fabric. If necessary, you can use needles or a glass plate to fix it in place. The whole thing is then placed in the sun or otherwise exposed to UV light. The process can take up to 30 minutes, depending on the intensity of the light.
• You only need a bucket of cold water to develop your prints. Rinse the work in it for at least 5 minutes. Do not use detergent or soap and keep changing the water until it runs clear.
• Leave the results to dry on a line or paper. Oxidation will reveal the typical blue color within 24 hours. Tip for those in a hurry: If you immerse the prints in a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution after rinsing and then rinse them again thoroughly with water, you can speed up the process.

Free standard delivery within Germany and free collection from Modulor in Berlin for orders over 99 €.

5,95 € shipping costs, if order value is less than 99 € (DE)

2,95 € for pick-up at the store in Berlin, if order value is less than 99 €

Express and forwarding shipping

From 19 € express surcharge you will receive your order particularly quickly with standard shipping within Germany.

From 69€ is the cost of shipping within Germany. You can recognize articles with forwarding shipping in the store by the truck symbol .

Especially for Berlin

From 34.90 € courier shipping for standard and forwarding goods.

• Free returns for standard shipping within Germany
• Extended, voluntary return policy of 30 days for complete, undamaged goods in their original packaging
• You are responsible for the cost of returns for forwarding goods and returns from a country outside Germany

Excluded from returns

Excluded from returns are sections of rolled goods, cut-to-size pieces and other goods made especially for you, as well as used goods, newspapers, magazines and periodicals, Modulor vouchers and items that we do not carry in our range but have ordered at your request.

Good to know: The furniture variants in our configurators that can be delivered quickly are not cut to size, but standard formats that can be returned.