Tim Holtz Distress Inks are a line of water-based dye inks that are acid-free, non-toxic, and fade resistant. They're ideal for crafters who want to create an antique, stained, aged look in their altered books, scrapbook pages, cards, and papercraft projects. Tim chose the colours and assisted in the development of these inks, which result in a realistic, worn appearance on paper, pictures, and ornamental fibres. When photo tinting and colour stacking with the original, award-winning tones, all of the vibrant Distress Inks provide further possibilities. The raised felt on the 3 x 3 inch pads makes it easier to use direct to paper techniques and ink up larger stamps.