Cyanotype remains one of the most popular creative analogue techniques — loved by artists, designers and hobbyists worldwide. In this blog we look at what is relevant in 2026, which trends and regulations you should know about, what was new in 2025, and of course: a thank you to all of you, our customers and makers.

Looking back at 2025

2025 was a year of growth for the cyanotype community:

• More and more creative applications appeared — from ceramics to textiles, from mixed media to interior art.

• Our blog posts about safety, materials and technical tips were widely read and shared.

• Workshops and educational programs in schools and creative communities remained popular.

We also noticed that many makers started paying more attention to:

• Safety and proper handling of materials (correct working conditions, gloves, ventilation).

• Reusability and sustainability in cyanotype processes (e.g. reusing leftover chemistry, recycling paper).

It is inspiring to see how an old technique like cyanotype continues to evolve through your creativity.

What changes (and what doesn’t) in 2026

Chemical regulations – what you need to know

Although no specific new rules have been announced that directly ban cyanotype chemicals, it is important to understand how broader chemical legislation is developing, as this may affect compliance and safety in the future.

EU Chemicals Action Plan 2025–2026
The European Commission has published an action plan to modernise and strengthen chemical legislation between 2025 and 2026. The aim is not to eliminate creative substances such as ferric ammonium citrate or potassium ferricyanide, but to improve oversight, labelling and compliance of chemical products on the EU market.

For makers this means:

• There may be future changes in chemical labelling, so always check safety data sheets and product information.

• Registered products from reliable suppliers such as Cyanoprints remain the safest choice.

CLP and labelling
Proposals to modernise the CLP regulation focus mainly on clearer and more accessible labelling, not on changing the chemistry itself.

What does not change in 2026

• Ferric ammonium citrate and potassium ferricyanide remain legal and usable for cyanotype when handled according to existing safety guidelines.

• There are no plans to ban these substances for creative use.

• The core cyanotype process — UV exposure to form Prussian blue — remains unchanged.

Create safely and follow best practices

Safety continues to be a priority in 2026:

• Use proper safety data sheets (SDS).

• Store chemicals in a cool, dry and sealed environment.

• Wear gloves and work in well-ventilated spaces.

• Always follow recommended concentrations and procedures.

Trends for makers in 2026

• Sustainable cyanotype practices.

• Integration of digital tools such as digital negatives and mixed media.

• Growing use of cyanotype in interior and lifestyle projects.

A thank you to the community

2025 was special thanks to your passion. You shared your work online, inspired others through workshops and helped cyanotype reach new makers. Thank you for being part of this creative journey.

Ready for 2026?

Whether you are just starting or already experienced, 2026 promises new opportunities and creative combinations.
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