1164 results for 'walnut ink'

Ziller Inks(Post)

A Brief History Since they first appeared in the late 1990s, Ziller inks have been a favorite of scribes, especially for those using a pointed pen. The color selection remained the same for a ...

Fox & Quills Ink(Post)

Fox & Quills is a small company that brews small-batch inks of two kinds. Some are pure gall inks with some added pigment – their Beetle Juice, Iron Throne. Others are a mix of iron gall (15-20%) ...

Stirring Metallic Ink(Post)

If you address envelopes with metallic ink, you know that when you first start working, it takes a lot of shaking to get the metallic color evenly mixed in the ink. And while you are working, you hav ...

Tips and Tricks to get you started with Ink Sticks(Post)

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Pearl Ex Calligraphy Ink(Post)

Envelopes addressed by Joi Hunt using ink made with Pearl Ex Powdered Pigments: top, Sunset Gold; middle, Aztec Gold; bottom, Rose Gold. By Joi Hunt. Pearl Ex Metallic Powdered Pigments have been a ...

A John Neal Books History Lesson: Sumi Ink(Post)

Sources for the Sumi Ink History:BritannicaJapanese WikiKaimei 1898 ...

Spectralite 18 Carat vs. Spectralite Private Collection(Post)

At left: Spectralite Private Collection. At right: Gold Spectralite 18 Carat Gold. Spectralite 18 Carat Gold vs. Spectralite Private Collection Gold Several years ago Dr. Ph. Martin’s disconti ...

Suzanne Cunningham's Favorite Nibs(Post)

WHAT ARE MY FAVORITE NIBS?This is such a loaded question, and it is the one I get asked the most!Which nib you choose depends on several variables: paper, ink, x-height, skill level, etc. I use di ...

For the Calligrapher Who Has Everything- A Holiday Gift Guide Crafted by John Neal Books(Post)

Shopping for the calligrapher who has everything can be a daunting task! We have crafted a guide to help you make this gift-giving season a bit easier. Whether your calligrapher wants to try somethin ...

Ruling Pen Basics(Post)

Calligraphic ruling pens create thick or thin strokes by tilting the nib relative to the writing surface.By Matthew Coffin.Traditionally, drafting ruling pens have been used to rule lines of fixed th ...

For the Beginners - A Holiday Gift Guide Crafted by John Neal Books(Post)

Links to Products in Gift Guide 1.Supply Kit for Copperplate Calligraphy Practice Book By Christen Allocco Turney2.Copperplate Calligraphy Practice Book by Christen Allocco Turney3.Translucent Sw ...

Paul Antonio wants your help! (Post)

Paul Antonio is putting out a call to Copperplate calligraphers of all skill levels. Any inquiries and questions should be sent to thestudio@pascribe.com.  Below is all the informa ...

A John Neal Books History Lesson: Hunt 108(Post)

In the Nib Nook of the John Neal Books warehouse you will find boxes, cubbies and racks filled with thousands of nibs! One of the nibs that has always been there is the Hunt 108 Crowqui ...

For the Illuminators - A Holiday Gift Guide Crafted by John Neal Books(Post)

Links to Products 1.Kolner Miniatum2.Acetate 9x12 Pad3.Dog Tooth Burnisher - Medium4.5 sheets Patent Gold Leaf5.Schmincke Aqua Bronze Powders6.Kolner Miniatum Ink7.Ormoline Gilding Medium8.Ho ...

A Dive Into Stillman and Birn Paper(Post)

The papers come in three surfaces.Medium Grain: distinctive tooth, suitable for all dry media, and will also accept multiple washes.Cold Press: Substantial tooth (but smoother than Cold Press waterco ...

Product Help(Page)

  Product Help Instructions and helpful hints for using our calligraphic and bookbinding supplies. Help Topics Addressing Invitations Adjusting your Oblique Holder Ames Lettering Guide Ant ...

Ruling Pen Basics(Page)

Calligraphic ruling pens create thick or thin strokes by tilting the nib relative to the writing surface. By Matthew Coffin.Traditionally, drafting ruling pens have been used to rule lines of fi ...

Group and Guild Sales(Page)

Basic OrdersFor guild orders we offer a 10% discount off the supply/book total and include $8 flat rate shipping (USA only). The shipping discount is only valid for non-expedited shipping options. Yo ...

Online Class Submission Info(Page)

Teaching an Online Class? John Neal Books is sending out weekly notices of upcoming online classes to our customers, directing them to listings on the JNB website. The webpage is updated contin ...

About Us(Page)

About Us Since 1981 John Neal, Bookseller has supplied calligraphers, lettering artists, illuminators, bookbinders, type and papercraft enthusiasts worldwide with books, tools, and materials. We p ...