{"product_id":"speedball-fabric-screen-printing-ink-8-oz-peacock-blue-water-based-soft-hand-high-coverage","title":"Speedball Fabric Screen Printing Ink 8 oz Peacock Blue — Water-Based, Soft-Hand, High Coverage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeedball Fabric Screen Printing Ink in 8-ounce Peacock Blue is a water-based screen printing ink that delivers vivid colour, excellent coverage, and a soft hand on a wide range of fabrics.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for artists, small studios, and DIY makers, this non-flammable, low-odour ink gives reliable results on cotton, polyester, blends, linen, rayon and many other textiles (avoid nonporous fabrics like nylon). It cleans up easily with soap and water, carries the AP safety seal, and becomes permanent when properly heat set. The Peacock Blue shade is part of Speedball's 25-colour palette that includes fluorescents, glow-in-the-dark, and process-ready hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this ink perform on different fabrics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis water-based formula was formulated to adhere well and lay down evenly across natural and many synthetic fibres. Prints dry to a soft, wearable finish rather than feeling stiff or plasticky, making it suitable for apparel and soft goods. For best durability, heat-set according to fabric type and ink thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-opacity pigment for strong coverage on light and medium fabrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft-hand finish after heat cure—less noticeable feel on garments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks on cotton, polyester, blends, linen, rayon and other porous textiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot recommended for nonporous materials like nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat steps are needed to get a permanent print?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePermanent adhesion relies on thorough drying and proper heat setting. Allow the printed area to fully air dry or flash dry, then apply heat according to garment fibre and ink thickness—typical methods include a heat press, conveyor dryer or household iron. Follow standard curing times to lock pigments into the fabric for washfast results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAir dry or flash-cure until tack-free before full heat cure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a heat press, conveyor dryer, or iron at recommended temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest cure on a scrap piece to confirm washfastness before full production\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProper curing makes prints permanent and wash-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is it to use and clean up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeedball’s fabric ink was designed for straightforward studio use with a smooth, consistent viscosity that prints well from screens and stencils. Because it’s water-based and low-odour, cleanup requires only soap and warm water—no solvents—reducing studio ventilation needs and hazardous-waste concerns. The AP seal indicates the pigments meet accepted safety standards for artistic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth, consistent handling for predictable pulls and registration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoap-and-water cleanup—no harsh solvents required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow odour and non-flammable for safer studio conditions\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAP-seal pigments suitable for art and craft applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix colours or use special effects with this ink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peacock Blue mixes cleanly with other water-based Speedball colours to expand your palette or to create subtle tints and gradients. You can achieve special finishes by pairing it with additives formulated for soft-hand or discharge processes, though results vary by fabric. Always run small tests when blending or adding modifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with other Speedball water-based colours for custom shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix small test batches to check colour and cure behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with common screen printing techniques like halftones and overlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse approved additives only and re-test curing after mixing\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Artists, independent apparel brands, educators, and hobbyists who want a dependable, low-odour water-based screen printing ink that yields bright Peacock Blue colour, excellent coverage, and a soft, wearable finish. It’s particularly well suited to small-batch production, classroom settings, and makers seeking easy cleanup and AP-seal safety standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Speedball fabric ink machine washable after curing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—when fully heat set per instructions, prints are washfast and hold colour through normal machine washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use this ink on polyester shirts?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—Speedball fabric ink works on polyester and blends, though curing and testing are recommended for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Speedball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55252122337617,"sku":"B000C12GOK","price":29.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/speedball-peacock-blue-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791648284","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/speedball-fabric-screen-printing-ink-8-oz-peacock-blue-water-based-soft-hand-high-coverage","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}