Whats the difference between Dye-based inks, Pigment ink pads, and Fabric ink pads?
Dye-based inks are water based and quick drying. Images will look crisper & brighter when stamped on white gloss-coated papers and appear more opaque when stamped on uncoated paper stock. They may bleed or blur on absorbent papers, such as construction or tissue paper and may fade over time. They are excellent to use when coloring with pencils, markers, and watercolors. Most are acid-free and can be used for scrapbooking. Pigment ink pads are thick, opaque and slow drying and stamp well on all types of paper. They stamp rich on uncoated paper stock. Images will only dry on coated paper when embossed and will provide vibrant colors to the surface. Since these inks are fade resistant, they are suitable for archival applications. Crafters or Fabric ink pads are ideal for use on fabric, paper, wood, and metal. They are available in both water-based and solvent-based formulas. Most require heat to permanently set them when used on fabric.
