Cranfield – Caligo – Soft Shades – Safe Wash Relief Inks – Gift Set of 6 x75ml

Caligo 6 x 75ml Soft Shades Safe Wash Relief Ink Set

Beautiful Pastel Colours for Modern Printmakers

The Caligo Soft Shades Safe Wash Relief Ink Set introduces a refined palette of six soft pastel hues, ideal for adding subtle, elegant colour to your printmaking projects. Developed by Cranfield, these inks are part of the renowned Caligo Safe Wash range — combining the traditional feel of oil-based inks with the convenience of water-based cleanup. Their soft consistency and balanced pigment load make them a joy to roll, transfer, and print, especially on lino blocks and other relief surfaces.

Six Exquisite Pastel Shades

This collection features Sage Green, Mustard Yellow, Powder Blue, Peach, Pale Violet, and Soft Pink — each thoughtfully formulated to provide consistency, depth, and reliability straight from the tube. These are shades that printmakers often spend time mixing in the studio, now conveniently prepared for immediate use. Whether layering colours, printing subtle backgrounds, or creating light, contemporary compositions, these inks deliver delicate tonal variation and professional-quality results.

Safe Wash Technology with Professional Performance

As part of the Safe Wash Relief Ink series, these inks are oil-based yet completely washable using ordinary soap and water. There’s no need for turpentine or other harmful solvents, making them ideal for artists working in home studios, schools, and professional print workshops. Crafted from high-quality pigments rather than dyes, the inks boast exceptional lightfastness, ensuring that your prints retain their colour and vibrancy over time.

For Lino Printing, Block Printing, and Beyond

Designed primarily for relief printmaking on paper, this set works beautifully for lino printing, woodcut, and other block-based techniques. The inks’ smooth formulation ensures even coverage and strong adhesion to your chosen surface. Their opaque, buttery texture allows both subtle layering and crisp detail work, giving printmakers full creative control.

Eco-Conscious and Artist-Made

Cranfield continues its commitment to sustainability by producing these inks with vegetable oils, aligning with modern studio practices that value both artistry and environmental responsibility. The Caligo Soft Shades set not only provides stunning pastel tones but also represents a more thoughtful approach to printmaking materials.

Add gentle sophistication and painterly nuance to your relief prints with the Caligo Soft Shades Safe Wash Relief Ink Set — the perfect pastel palette for creative printmakers who demand both performance and conscience in their inks.

Helpful guides

Inking your linocut block · Cleaning after lino printing