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Ink Guide

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Ink is used in many different ways, from printing to tattoos. Learn where it comes from, why it is poisonous, the assorted types available, how to make it and even how to remove it from the experts in this eHow guide.

  • About Ink

    Ink is something that has been present in society for thousands of years. It is colored with dyes (or possibly pigments) and is used for printing texts in a variety of Read More

  • Where Does Ink Come From?

    Ink has a history that is thousands of years old, beginning with being created from soot and developing into the modern pigments and dyes that artists use today. Understand Read More

  • About Henna Ink

    Henna ink is a natural dye made from the leaves of the henna plant. In many parts of the world, application of the dye to the skin is a ritualistic art form, but it has Read More

  • How to Create Ink

    Homemade ink is fabulous to use for calligraphy writing, scrap booking and ink stamping projects. Or, put ink in a decorative glass bottle and give as a gift to a crafty Read More

  • Types of Tattoo Ink

    There are many brands of tattoo ink, but most ink types are made from a combination of witch hazel, distilled water and glycerin. Find tattoo ink that stays on the needle Read More

  • Embossing Ink

    What is embossing ink and how do I use it? Learn all this and more in this free arts and crafts video taught by an embossing expert. Read More

  • About Ink Stains

    Ink is everywhere. From ballpoint pens to children's markers to inkjet printers, it is likely that you encounter ink on a regular basis. With that in mind, chances are good Read More

  • How to Find Cheap Ink for a Computer

    Finding cheap printer ink for a computer involves checking the Sunday newspaper for sales or by doing an online search. Locate inexpensive computer printer ink cartridges Read More

  • What Happens When You Get Ink Poisoning?

    Writing ink is a mixture of dyes, solvents, pigments and water. In most cases these ingredients are completely harmless. However, if ingested in large amounts over 1 oz., Read More

  • How to Make Disappearing Ink

    Secret spy messages or hidden pirate treasure may come to mind when you think of disappearing ink. The message is written on a scrap piece of paper, then disappears, only Read More

  • Preparing Ink for Relief Printing

    Use oil-based ink for making relief prints. Learn more about inking relief prints with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor. Read More

  • How to Make Blacklight Ink

    Writing secret messages with invisible ink is easy to do if you have a black light to decode the message. Many household substances like detergent and petroleum jelly Read More

  • How to Refill Ink Cartridges

    Refillable ink cartridge out of ink? Learn about refilling ink cartridges with these free videos. Read More

  • How to Take Ink Off Skin

    Maybe your child colored all over his arms and legs with permanent marker. Or maybe you grabbed a magic marker or ballpoint pen with the pen cap off. Sometimes the printer Read More

  • Home Remedy to Remove Ink

    Ink can be a major pain if you get it on your clothes or on your furniture. If you have a tiny artist in your home, then you know that finding ways to remove ink is an Read More

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