CRISP, CLEAN IMPRESSIONS - This linocut block carves smoothly without crumbling, allowing for razor-sharp lines and even inking for gallery-worthy linocut prints. READY TO CARVE - No soaking or heating required. These Speedy‑Carve linoleum blocks for printmaking are ready straight out of the box- sketch, carve, and print with ease in just minutes. IDEAL THICKNESS FOR FINE PRINTS - Delivers the firm resistance printmakers love, holds fine detail, and withstands more pressure than rubber blocks. Compatible with both water- and oil-based inks. BUILT FOR LONG RUNS - Designed to withstand repeated inking and printing without warping, this resilient block is a studio and classroom staple. A must have addition to your block-printing kit. COMPATIBLE WITH YOUR FAVORITES - Designed to work flawlessly with Speedball linoleum carving tools, brayers, and inks, Speedy‑Carve delivers pro-level results in an easy-to-carve rubber block. An ideal carving block for beginners and pros who desire top performance out of their rubber blocks for carving. The Speedball Speedy-Carve Block Printing Carving Block is made from a revolutionary material that combines the ease of carving soft substrates and the fine detail of creating with traditional linoleum blocks. The pink block is latex free and measures 4 x 6 (1/4 inch thick surface). It is very beginner friendly and a popular choice to use in school and at home. The super soft, eraser-like texture of the block allows for young students to create printing blocks safely. Expert printers love using the Speedy-Carve Block as well. Effortlessly create your own custom stamps or printing blocks in school or at home. Designs can be simple or detailed, this carving block works well with any style. The Speedy-Carve block accepts transfers from laser printers, inkjet printers, clip art and newspapers. For use with both water-soluble and oil-based block printing inks. Carving these blocks is a breeze and the material will not crack, crumble or break.

Speedball’s heritage in printmaking began over 75 years ago by pioneering the manufacturing of water-based inks. Since that time, Speedball has become a true one-stop-shop for all things block printing, offering the broadest range of inks, surfaces, tools & accessories and block printing kits available on the market today.

Please note: We highly recommend using a bench hook to hold the block securely in place before carving.