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Iron gall ink was used to write most medieval manuscripts. It comes from galls that form on oak trees and is mixed with ferrous sulphate to create a lovely, deep black ink
Gesso is a chalk mixture used in medieval illumination. It allows the gold leaf to adhere to the surface
Learn how to cut swan feathers into quills used by medieval scribes
Planning and decorating a zodiac illumination
How to dye parchment with folium cloth
A quick guide to making lapis lazuli pigment using Cennino Cennini's recipe
A guide to making alum tawed thongs for bookbinding
A guide to making medieval lye
A guide to making a medieval paintbrush
