Making your own Ink is a wonderful way to explore and interact with the materials which surround us. Within this kit is provides the necessary materials to make your own. Once you've done it once, I think anyone can get hooked on the sense of fun which is provides.
What is Included:
1x empty 20ml glass bottle with Aluminium Cap
1 x 10ml Bottle Iron Sulphate
2 x Cloves (within empty 20ml bottles)
1 x 5ml bottle Gum Arabic Solution
1 x pipette
5 x paper swatches
1 x hessian Bag
15 x Oak Galls
1 x Hessien Bag
Within the Natural Ink Section on my website you can find a step by step instructions on how to use the kit.
Make your own Ink Kit
Storage
Certain Natural Inks such as Elderberry and other berry based inks are particularly susceptible to fermentation. I take every step to ensure this does not happen, however on occasion one slips through the cracks. This would show as bubbling when opened or some leakage out of the bottle. I recommend inks are stored in a cool dry place, If possible the fridge is the best place for them to extend their life.
Long Term Care
With the inks being made from natural materials, they can grow mould. In every bottle there is a drop of albas oil which prevents mould growth. However over time the effectiveness of this can waiver. If you open a bottle and there has been mold growth. Although never nice this isn't the end of the world for your ink, by simply scraping away the area and adding another drop or two of any essential oil you can extent the life of the inks you have.
Delivery on this item is £3.99 which is charged at the standard Royal Mail Small parcel cost. I attempt to dispatch all deliveries within 7 days of purchasing.
