Tim Holtz Distress Mini Oxide Ink Pads - Kit #12

Ground your designs with the Tim Holtz Distress Mini Oxide Ink Pads Kit #12—an essential collection of earthy browns and soft greys that form the foundation of countless projects. This kit features Frayed Burlap, Gathered Twigs, Ground Espresso, and Hickory Smoke in compact mini pads, delivering the signature Distress Oxide chalky finish with water-reactive versatility that's perfect for creating natural, organic designs.

Nature's Neutrals

This kit is all about those versatile, go-to shades that anchor your projects and add authentic depth. From soft weathered tones to rich coffee browns, these four colours work beautifully together for creating realistic wood grain, aged textures, and natural backgrounds. The water-reactive formula means you can achieve everything from delicate watercolour washes to bold, saturated effects with ease.

Colours in This Kit:

• Frayed Burlap – A muted, earthy brown-grey with a soft, weathered, fabric-like feel
• Gathered Twigs – A warm, medium brown with natural woodland depth and organic richness
• Ground Espresso – A deep, dark brown with bold, roasted intensity reminiscent of rich coffee
• Hickory Smoke – A cool, soft grey with a subtle smoky undertone and gentle neutrality

Product Details

Each kit contains four 1" x 1" stackable mini ink pads featuring water-reactive dye and pigment ink fusion that creates an oxidised effect when sprayed with water. The raised felt pads contain fade-resistant ink that coordinates with the full Distress palette. Use with stamps, stencils, and direct to surface. Blend using Ink Blending Tools and Brushes. Re-ink using Distress Oxide Re-inkers. Ideal for storing in the Distress Mini Ink Storage Tin.

Perfect For:

• Creating realistic wood grain and weathered timber effects
• Masculine cards, rustic designs, and industrial projects
• Heritage scrapbooking and vintage-style card making
• Adding depth, shading, and dimension to any design
• Building versatile neutral foundations that work with any colour palette
• Crafters who love working with natural, organic colour palettes

Creative Ideas

Use Frayed Burlap as a soft base for authentic weathered backgrounds, then layer Gathered Twigs for dimensional wood grain effects. Ground Espresso adds rich, deep shadows and bold definition, while Hickory Smoke is brilliant for creating soft, smoky backgrounds and subtle shading. Blend all four together for realistic bark textures and aged surfaces. Spritz with water to activate the reactive pigments and create organic, flowing colour transitions—perfect for capturing the beauty of natural materials and weathered textures.