Water-Soluble Block Printing Starter Kit

What are the different types of Speedball block printing inks?

Speedball has four main types of block printing inks: Water-Soluble, Fabric, Professional Relief, and Oil-Based inks. Water-Soluble inks are designed for printing on paper for a range of experience levels. Fabric inks are designed for printing on fabric and require no heat set. Professional Relief inks have a single pigment formulation designed for use on paper. Oil-Based inks have a traditional oil-based formulation and require solvent or vegetable oil for cleanup.

What is the difference between water-based and water-soluble ink?

The term “water-soluble” is used to describe substances that dissolve in water. The term “water-based” implies that water is among the ingredients in the inks' formulation.

What are the different types of Speedball carving blocks?

Speedball has multiple types of linoleum and soft block options for carving. Speedball linoleum blocks are a tan color suitable for use with any water-soluble or oil-based ink. Red Baron linoleum blocks are a traditional battleship gray color designed for finely detailed registration and color prints, good for use with any water soluble or oil-based relief ink. Speedy-Cut blocks are great for young students or beginners, suitable for use with water-soluble inks only. Speedy-Cut Easy blocks are a blue eraser-like material suitable for use with water-soluble inks only. Speedy-Carve blocks are a soft carving experience without sacrificing fine detail, suitable for use with water-soluble or oil-based inks.