Tsukineko - Creators of the original art stamp pad Since the 1950's, Tsukineko has taken pride in manufacturing unique ink products and craft accessories that make your imagination come alive! The product collection has expanded a great deal since its inception, but the mission has always remained the same. Tsukineko is committed to innovation, quality and outstanding customer service and strives to be on the cutting edge of the craft industry.
Tsukineko is dedicated to providing the best products is driven by customer demands. This demand has mesnt the production of products such as StazOn, the first solvent based ink to be available in an inkpad, Kaleidacolor with its innovative sliding palette, VersaMark, the worlds first monochromatic inkpad and Brilliance, an amazing water-based pigment ink with pearlescent colors that dries on vellum and coated surfaces. Also, the latest member of the Tsukineko family- Opalite, the first reflective interference inkpad.
Tsukineko understands your desire to create art that is beautiful, meaningful and timeless. As the craft industry continues to change, you can rely on Tsukineko to manufacture the products you need to maximize your creative potential.
Tsukineko Inks are suitable for card making and scrapbooking, as well as a varierty of other craft projects.
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Frequetly Asked Questions Q: How do you pronounce Tsukineko? A: Tsukineko is pronounced similarly to Tsunami. The "T" is silent, the "I" is long and the "E" is short. So - for ease, try saying, Soo - Key - Necko -- Now wasn't that easy!
Q: Is your product acid-free? A: Yes, all of our pigment and dye inks are acid-free.
Q: Is your product archival? A: Yes, everything except Impress and Kaleidacolor.
Q: What is the inner plastic lining for on the inkpad? A: Many of our pads have a thin inner plastic lining to help keep the pads as moist as possible. We recommend reapplying the inner lid after each use to keep the pad as fresh as possible.
Q: Is my Versa Mark ruined if it is dirty? A: Not at all, VersaMark, as with any inkpad is not ruined if the top is dirty, but we do recommend to try to use a clean stamp everytime for best results.
Q: How can I get the "batik" or "watercolor" look from using Kaleidacolor or Impress? A: Because Kaleidacolor and Impress pads are both dye inks, they are perfect for diluting and creating watercolored looks for all of your projects. After brayering over your Kaleidacolor or Impress pad, try spritzing your brayer with some water and then brayering - you'll see the subtle beauty we here at Tsukineko love!
Q: I've heard that some ink pads should be stored upside-down; which ones should I store that way and why? A: Our pads are designed so it is not necessary to leave the pads upside-down.
Q: What surfaces is StazOn designed for? A: StazOn is ideal on all non-porous and semi-porous surfaces. These surfaces include glass, glazed ceramic tile, metal, acrylic plastic, leather, aluminum foil, and much, much more!
Q: Do I need a special cleaner to use with my StazOn Ink pads? A: Even as StazOn is archival it contains a small amount of solvent it is recommended that one use Tsukineko's StazOn All-Purpose Stamp Cleaner. Though the solvent will not harm rubber stamps, this cleaner will help avoid discolorization of the rubber.
Q: I am having trouble bringing out the detail in some of my stamps. Can Tsukineko recommend a pad which will bring out something as detailed as the veins in a leaf? A: Yes, VersaFine will give you a print quality image on matte and uncoated paper. VersaFine also dries instantly on matte paper. Once it's dry you can watercolor over it and it wont smear or ever fade!
Q: Why is StazOn Opaque pad sold uninked? A: The unique formula of StazOn Opaque ink requires separate packaging of the ink and inkpad in order to prevent color separation. This packaging configuration ensures the best quality inkpad possible.
Q: Do I need to re-ink my pad after each use? A: No. Apply ink to rejuvenate the pad periodically when it seems to be getting dry.
Q:Can colors be customized? A:Absolutely! StazOn Opaque inkers and unlinked foam pads are also sold separately for your creative convenience.
* Always replace inner liner / plastic cover after each use.
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