Blue Ink Recipe


Prussian blue ink is one of the easiest blue inks to make. (Adrien Ledoux)
Prussian blue ink is one of the easiest blue inks to make. (Adrien Ledoux)

You can prepare your own blue ink. This blue ink recipe is very easy and produces a beautiful blue ink for writing, drawing, or crafts.

BLUE INK INGREDIENTS

  • Prussian Blue pigment (sold as a pigment or sometimes as laundry bluing)
  • water

PREPARE BLUE INK

It’s extremely easy! Mix the pigment into the water to achieve a rich blue ink.

Unless you happen to have a calligraphy pen, the easiest way to use these inks is with a homemade quill or a paintbrush.