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Derwent Inktense Blocks 24 Tin, Set of 24, 8mm Block, Soft Texture, Watersoluble, Ideal for Watercolor, Drawing, Coloring, Crafts and Painting on Paper and Fabric, Professional Quality (2300443)

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  • VERSATILE & VIBRANT – The 8mm square block combines versatility with vivid color. Use the edge for fine details or the side to cover large surface areas quickly. Contains full range of 24 colors.
  • WATER SOLUBLE – Expand your creative possibilities. When blocks are used dry, they deliver pure, vibrant color. For different effects, use a wet brush to lift color directly from the block.
  • PERMANENT COLOR – Pigments dry quickly and permanently when washed out, minimizing colour bleeding. Once dry, colors can be placed next to each other or layered, without fear of color bleeding.
  • SURFACE VARIETY – Switch up your artistic canvas. As the color dries permanently, it’s great on fabrics such as silk or cotton. Can also easily be used on paper. Modify the use to fit your project.
  • COLOR CREATION – Integrated palette is great for creating colors. Make blends by mixing colors together or obtain lighter shades of one color by adding water. Mix to create a unique work of art.
  • ACCESSORIES – For best results, combine with other Derwent products, such as Derwent Waterbrush Set, Derwent Inktense Block Spritzer and Derwent Inktense Block Grate and Shake.
  • COLORS: Sherbet Lemon, Sun Yellow, Tangerine, Poppy Red, Chilli Red, Shiraz, Fuchsia, Violet, Iris Blue, Bright Blue, Deep Indigo, Sea Blue, Teal Green, Ionian Green…
  • COLORS CONTINUED: Apple Green, Field Green, Leaf Green, Mustard, Baked Earth, Willow, Bark, Charcoal Gray, Ink Black and Antique White.
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Intense vibrant color

Derwent Inktense Blocks

Derwent Inktense blocks are intensely vibrant, watersoluble blocks that have been formulated to dry permanently, offering exceptional layering capability without dissolving previously dried layers of vivid color.

Recommended Derwent Accessories

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Derwent Push Button Waterbrush

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Derwent Technique Brushes

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Derwent Inktense Paper Pads

Push Button Waterbrush Set

Ideal for dissolving pigment and spreading color.

Derwent Technique Brushes

Ideal for laying down a wash over a large area or creating fine lines.

Derwent Inktense Paper Pads

Textured, cold pressed, archival - perfect for retaining color.

Four tip sizes: fine, medium, large and large chisel.

Six brush designs for a variety of marks and effects.

Available in three sizes.

What formulation are the Inktense blocks?

A unique formulation that is highly pigmented, permanent once dry and creates ink-like stains

What is included in the set?

The Inktense Block range includes up to 72 block colors. Pick your chosen tin size from 12 - 72 blocks

What colors are in the set?

Please read the product description for the color palette

How do I use the blocks?

Experiment with wet or dry media. Either wet the paper or block marks or use straight from the block with a wet brush

What products can I use with the Inktense blocks?

Use alone with our Push Button Waterbrushes and Inktense Paper for the best application, or mix with the Inktense Paints and Pencils

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About Derwent

With a proud heritage dating back to 1832; we have been creating pencils in the Lake District, UK, since 1916. With over 150 years of know-how packed into every pencil and art tool, our creative and scientific minds never cease experimenting. Obsessing over highest quality materials and forever creating an ever evolving exceptional range for every artist. We keep pushing boundaries so that artists can keep pushing theirs.

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Derwent Inktense blocks are versatile, watersoluble, chunky blocks of vibrant ink-like color that bring a fresh perspective to your work. Use them as pans of paint, apply color directly to wet or dry paper or fabric and turn them on their side to cover larger areas. Washed out, they become transparent, ink-like paint that can be worked over when dry. They can also be used for rubber stamping and decoupage and work beautifully with Derwent Inktense Pencils. The tin of 24 includes: Sherbet Lemon, Sun Yellow, Tangerine, Poppy Red, Chilli Red, Shiraz, Fuchsia, Violet, Iris Blue, Bright Blue, Deep Indigo, Sea Blue, Teal Green, Ionian Green, Apple Green, Field Green, Leaf Green, Mustard, Baked Earth, Willow, Bark, Charcoal Gray, Ink Black and Antique White.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
2,633 global ratings

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Customers like the value, versatility, performance, ease of use, and color of the ink blocks. For example, they mention that it's well worth the money, great for laying down colors and shapes under watercolor, and that it works well together. That said, they say the colors are vibrant and absolutely beautiful.

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389 customers mention346 positive43 negative

Customers like the color of the ink. They say the colors are vibrant, easy to blend, and stay strong when wet. They also say the inking is fun, can be used dry or wet, and comes in a variety of colors. Customers also mention that the inked pencils are great for watercolors where you don't want your bottom layers.

"...They are permanent once the fabric is dry and the colors are stunning on silk. They are great on cotton too, but on silk they are amazing!..." Read more

"...The blocks come in 12 different colors (from bottom to the top) - Sun Yellow, Tangerine, Poppy Red, Fuchsia, Deep Indigo, Sea Blue, Teal Green,..." Read more

"...The colors are so vibrant. It's so easy. You just swipe the water brush on the top of the block to pick up the color...." Read more

"...Very versatile with lots of colors to use as-is or to blend into numerous new pigments...." Read more

151 customers mention140 positive11 negative

Customers find the ink blocks easy to use. They say the blocks are manageable and versatile. Customers also say the learning curve for these blocks is much easier than for pencils, and the colors are vibrant and go on easily.

"...The learning curve for these blocks is much easier than for the pencils (at least that's what I've heard)...." Read more

"...The colors are so vibrant. It's so easy. You just swipe the water brush on the top of the block to pick up the color...." Read more

"...I know that they are still perfectly usable, but for the price, I expected better protection from breakage...." Read more

"...but not the end of the world for me, they were still intact and easy to use." Read more

101 customers mention91 positive10 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the writing instrument. They say it's a beneficial art supply that's well worth the money. Some mention that the blocks are much more cost effective and can be used without removing them from the tin. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...of of the complete set of the Derwent Inktense Blocks for an unbelievably low price and bought them immediately...." Read more

"...From that standpoint, this set of 36 is a great value...." Read more

"...It will not reactivate. Versatile and worth the money. Highly recommend." Read more

"...I use these with intense pencils regularly; they are excellent value for money considering the amount of product you get...." Read more

85 customers mention69 positive16 negative

Customers like the performance of the ink blocks. They mention that they work well with a water pen, and are a joy to use. They also find that they can be layered on top or bottom of acrylic paints, and work great on T-shirts and other material. Customers also mention that the inking blocks work well on heavy GSM cartridge paper.

"...So easy and such wonderful results...." Read more

"...I've found they work great being layered on the top or bottom of acrylic paints, and when mixed together blend nicely...." Read more

"These are beyond wonderful. I have used them together with the Inktense pencils and am amazed at what can be done with them...." Read more

"...It will not reactivate. Versatile and worth the money. Highly recommend." Read more

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Customers like the versatility of the ink. They mention it's great for laying down colors and shapes under watercolor, it can be used like watercolor pencils, and it can also be used for drawing or applying to large areas then wetting. Customers also say it'll be excellent for their artwork and bullet journal.

"...They are quite versatile in use, too - you can use them like crayons and scribble on your page/canvas/etc... and then take a wet paintbrush or..." Read more

"...But these can be used for drawing or for applying to large areas then wetting, but some of the drawing marks will remain...." Read more

"...It will not reactivate. Versatile and worth the money. Highly recommend." Read more

"...They are great for shading and even a limited amount of colour selection such as the 12 pack will yield great results once you learn to work with..." Read more

233 customers mention142 positive91 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the art blocks. Some mention that they are reliable and easy to use, while others say that they break easily and the plastic tray is flimsy.

"...All in all, this is a fantastic product. Blocks came undamaged, and the shipping/delivery was fast and without issue." Read more

"...my tin arrived undamaged, with the exception of a couple of the sticks having hairline cracks that you don't even notice until you try to lift them..." Read more

"...they ship them, but not the end of the world for me, they were still intact and easy to use." Read more

"...These give the ability to blend like watercolors but offer a relative permanence so that one can work on a piece in stages without earlier stages..." Read more

37 customers mention25 positive12 negative

Customers are mixed about the dryness of the ink. Some mention that it dries quickly, and is water-resistant. However, others say that it does not dry permanently like described, and that it is chalky and crumbly when applied dry.

"...My favorite thing about these blocks is that they dry quickly, and once dry, are permanent...." Read more

"I really like that these behave a lot like watercolors and they dry permanent...." Read more

"...to use and leave gorgeous color, but just be aware that "permanent on fabric once dry" is not really true...." Read more

"...Run some practice drills before you commit to a project. They dry quickly and are so vibrant!..." Read more

39 customers mention11 positive28 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the messiness of the writing instrument. They mention that the blocks are very dirty, covered in black ink dust, and pigment dust all over. Some say that the dust is over other colors and will smear.

"...disappointed to find that one block was broken and the rest were covered in black dust from the broken block...." Read more

"...Boy am I glad I did. They paint absolutely beautifully! They are a bit messy when you first open them up..." Read more

"...I also found them easy to clean from my paintbrushes, merely swishing them in water until no more color comes out seems to work just fine...." Read more

"...For some reason, however, the blocks were very dirty - a brown stain marred the exposed surface of each one; it seemed to have nothing to do with..." Read more

Ink Sticks, 36 Count Set
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Ink Sticks, 36 Count Set
I purchased this set of ink blocks because the smaller sets didn't have the colors I needed---red and purple. This set of 36 has plenty of colors, so I was satisfied in that regard.I'm an artist, but I didn't buy these ink blocks for painting. I actually bought them because I was told they were a suitable replacement for rayon lace dye. I recently ordered a set of dyes online, but instead of the pre-mixed dye kit I was led to believe I was purchasing, I received a set of ink blocks and a grater. Apparently, I was expected to create my own dyes! I was sorely vexed, especially because the small set of 12 ink blocks I received didn't have all the necessary colors. The next size up (24) didn't have the necessary colors, either. I had to order the more-expensive set of 36 ink blocks in order to get the colors I needed. (I'm teaching a class on how to dye lace, so it was important for me to have all the basic colors.)For the most part, I'm satisfied with these ink sticks. You get plenty of different colors, not just primary colors, but secondary and tertiary colors, and even some neutrals and flesh-tones. The only thing is, I can't vouch for how colorfast the ink is. Supposedly, once it dries and you heat-set it by pressing the lace with a warm iron, it's good to go, but I haven't tested that theory. Likewise, I don't know how well it holds up when you paint with it.The ink is a lot more watery than the dye I used previously, which means the colors are more washed out. In order to build up vibrant colors, you have to reapply the ink several times, allowing it to dry between each session. This means it's going to take hours, or even days to dye a multi-colored lace applique. Even with several applications, I never achieved a vibrant red, which was disappointing, since I'd bought the larger set of ink blocks specifically for the red ink stick, which wasn't available in the smaller sets.. The color it produced was faded, even after I applied several layers of dye.To get started, you're going to need Derwent's Grate 'n' Shake grater, which is sold separately. (I suppose you could use a small cheese grater or lemon zester, if you don't want to spend the money on the official grater. Just don't use it for food afterwards!) I also ordered a set of Derwent's rubber Grippers, so I wouldn't get my fingers covered with dye. To store the blended dyes, I bought some Plastic Dropper Bottles. And to transfer the dye to the dropper bottles, I ordered a package of Plastic Pipettes. These also worked well for adding water to the dye when mixing colors. (Previously, I used a regular drinking straw, which isn't very precise.)To create dye or ink, grate a small amount (1/8" to 1/4" of the stick, depending on how much dye you need) into a plastic container, then add warm water. Shake or stir thoroughly to dissolve the ink. Use a pipette to transfer the ink into a dropper bottle and stir in a little more water. When you're ready to use the ink, put several drops in a watercolor palette. Add whichever other inks you need to mix the color you're trying to achieve. (Tip: Adding a drop or two of a color's complementary will tone it down, making it into a more "realistic" color, as opposed to the ultra-bright, vibrant colors that you get straight out of the package. For example, if you have ten drops of bright yellow, adding one or two drops of purple will transform it into more of a subdued gold color.) Use a toothpick to stir the dye, then add a dropper full of water, so the palette cup is about 3/4 full. Here's another tip: Make sure you mix plenty of dye, because if you run out partway through your project, you won't be able to mix exactly the same color again! Use a damp paintbrush to apply the dye to your lace or fabric---or to your paper, if you're using it for painting.You'll need to stir the dye every few minutes as you work, because the heavier dye particles tend to settle at the bottom of the palette, meaning the top of the dye is watery, and once you reach the bottom, the color will be a lot more concentrated. The same thing happens with the dropper bottles, so if you store bottles of dye for later use, make sure you shake them well before using.I'm only giving these ink blocks four stars because I experienced some uneven coloration while working with them, especially when dyeing cotton lace. With the pre-mixed dyes I'd used previously, the dye spread throughout the lace, producing a smooth, even color tone. With the ink dyes, however, I had some splotching---areas where the color is noticeably darker or lighter. This drags the quality of the lace down several notches, so I'm deducting a star for that. Otherwise, they seem to work pretty well. I'm sure they would produce vibrant watercolor-like paintings, if you're more into painting than lace-dyeing.P.S.: I'm attaching three photos. One is of a blue and red floral applique, so you can see how hard it is to produce a true, vibrant red. The second is of a purple and cream applique, where the purple splotched quite badly. The third is of the uneven results I had when I tried to dye a piece of antique lace. It seems all the cotton lace I tried dyeing ended up with poor results, so if you want to attempt lace dyeing, I'd suggest sticking with rayon lace.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great blocks
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