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Post by baylorgrad on Dec 23, 2020 16:40:55 GMT
I was procrastinating this morning while getting ready for work, and for some reason I started gathering all of my various black ink pads. I found everything from Colorbox chalk ink in Charcoal to Catherine Pooler Midnight to VersaFine Onyx Black to Memento Tuxedo Black and more. I thought I'd make a swatch sheet of my black inks. What's your favorite and why? I was using VersaFine Clair in Nocturne to stamp my return address on Christmas cards, but I noticed that the ink was feathering in some spots. Not sure if that's the stamp or the ink.
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msupea
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Post by msupea on Dec 23, 2020 17:03:15 GMT
I like the Archival ink from Ranger.
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starlight
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Post by starlight on Dec 23, 2020 17:06:17 GMT
Archival Ink from Ranger.
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Post by needtime2scrap on Dec 23, 2020 17:10:54 GMT
Scrapbook.com's hybrid ink is my new favorite!
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cardsbycara
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Post by cardsbycara on Dec 23, 2020 17:11:03 GMT
Hands down Versafine Black Onyx. I love its saturation plus the fact that it's lasted so long! I've never had to buy a new one and it's as juicy as the day I got it. 👌
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Post by twillerbee on Dec 23, 2020 17:22:58 GMT
versafine onyx. Detail black by pinkfresh is my new favorite.
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Post by baylorgrad on Dec 23, 2020 17:28:04 GMT
Thanks for the input! I have all the ones mentioned with the exception of Scrapbook.com's hybrid ink and Pinkfresh's detail black ink. I think I'll have to check those out!
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Chinagirl828
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Post by Chinagirl828 on Dec 23, 2020 21:09:31 GMT
I'll add another vote for VersaFine Onyx Black. I bought it after several peas recommended it and have been really happy with it.
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scrappermcg
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Post by scrappermcg on Dec 23, 2020 21:21:20 GMT
Versafine Onyx, Altenew Obsidian, Gina K amalgam obsidian, Ranger archival
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Dec 23, 2020 21:23:37 GMT
I was using VersaFine Clair in Nocturne to stamp my return address on Christmas cards, but I noticed that the ink was feathering in some spots. Not sure if that's the stamp or the ink. I would bet it was the envelope paper, not the stamp or the ink. (I had one set of envelopes where everything smudge, but I came to realuze it was because the envelopes were a tad glossy.) I really like the Clair ink when I want a crisp sentiment. Otherwise, it's tuxedo black for copic coloring. |
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Post by baylorgrad on Dec 23, 2020 21:25:15 GMT
I was using VersaFine Clair in Nocturne to stamp my return address on Christmas cards, but I noticed that the ink was feathering in some spots. Not sure if that's the stamp or the ink. I would bet it was the envelope paper, not the stamp or the ink. (I had one set of envelopes where everything smudge, but I came to realuze it was because the envelopes were a tad glossy.) I really like the Clair ink when I want a crisp sentiment. Otherwise, it's tuxedo black for copic coloring. Come to think of it, Eddie-n-Harley, you might have something there. The envelopes I was using were smooth without a lot of "tooth" to them. I should try the Clair ink on a different envelope! |
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Post by oldgardengirl on Dec 23, 2020 22:21:34 GMT
Another vote for Versafine Onyx... and I also love Stazon black. It's so coal-y.
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PaperAngel
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Post by PaperAngel on Dec 23, 2020 23:29:53 GMT
Like many others, my favorite everyday ink (which I use only for basic stamping on layouts) is Versafine in Onyx Black. ...I really like the Clair ink when I want a crisp sentiment... If you also have Versafine in Onyx Black, how does it compare to Versafine Clair in Nocturne in crispness, color shade/depth, etc.? TFS. |
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Dec 23, 2020 23:31:00 GMT
Like many others, my favorite everyday ink (which I use only for basic stamping on layouts) is Versafine in Onyx Black. ...I really like the Clair ink when I want a crisp sentiment... If you also have Versafine in Onyx Black, how does it compare to Versafine Clair in Nocturne in crispness, color shade/depth, etc.? TFS. I will do a comparison some time this weekend for you.  |
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cardsbycara
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Post by cardsbycara on Dec 23, 2020 23:37:46 GMT
Like many others, my favorite everyday ink (which I use only for basic stamping on layouts) is Versafine in Onyx Black. If you also have Versafine in Onyx Black, how does it compare to Versafine Clair in Nocturne in crispness, color shade/depth, etc.? TFS. I will do a comparison some time this weekend for you. I found this comparison online: images.app.goo.gl/A3mbemA2wZJF879E8 |
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Post by anniefb on Dec 24, 2020 8:34:22 GMT
Another vote for Versafine onyx black, except for copics when I mostly use memento tuxedo black.
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Post by scrappinheather on Dec 24, 2020 9:28:54 GMT
For sentiments versafine onyx
For copics, water coloring etc Gina k amalgam obsidian
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amom23
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Post by amom23 on Dec 24, 2020 14:06:57 GMT
The only ink pads I have are from Close To My Heart. I don't use them super often, but have had no reason to look for another brand.
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Post by aj2hall on Dec 24, 2020 15:30:10 GMT
Gina K amalgam ink, love it!
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jediannie
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Post by jediannie on Dec 24, 2020 20:10:12 GMT
Versafine onyx black 100% for crisp images. Memento black for coloring with alcohol inks.
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Post by baylorgrad on Dec 28, 2020 20:56:26 GMT
Looks like Versafine onyx black is a favorite!
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Post by don on Dec 29, 2020 1:00:20 GMT
I was procrastinating this morning while getting ready for work, and for some reason I started gathering all of my various black ink pads. I found everything from Colorbox chalk ink in Charcoal to Catherine Pooler Midnight to VersaFine Onyx Black to Memento Tuxedo Black and more. I thought I'd make a swatch sheet of my black inks. What's your favorite and why? I was using VersaFine Clair in Nocturne to stamp my return address on Christmas cards, but I noticed that the ink was feathering in some spots. Not sure if that's the stamp or the ink. Your feathering problem could have simply been your application. I used to just smack my address label down as I was doing a lot at one time. I have learned to ink up and apply a lighter touch with the stamp for a clearer image. My favorite black ink is no different than my favorite any color ink. It depends on the look I want, the stamp, and the surface. |
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