SilverCrow Creations Paints, Pigments & Ink

J Herbin L'Encre Subtile - Scented Ink - Blue Ink with the Scent of the Lavendar of Provence

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L'Encre Subtile - Blue ink Scented with French Lavender

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Real Lavender

J. Herbin is the oldest name in current production of fountain pen inks in the world. Since we were children, we were enamoured with scented stationery and inks. Among those inks were those created by J Herbin. We are so very proud to offer this wonderful ink to you now!

This exquisitely charming ink is lightly scented and presented in an elegant semi-frosted bottle. The ink is appropriate for fountain pens since they are synthetically scented and do not contain pigments.

Fashioned with great care, scented inks are inspired by a tradition that began in Italy in the 19th century. J. Herbin and other manufacturers used to collect different scents from the perfume industry and add them to their inks. Known as Les Subtiles (The Subtle), inks were known to match fragrance and color. This wonderful blue ink subtly reminds us of the lavender fields of Provence.

Each bottle holds a generous 30 ml in a round glass bottle.

Made in France

23June2008

Price: $14.75 per Bottle

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J Herbin L'Encre Subtile - Scented Ink - Amber Ink with the Scent of Fresh Oranges

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L'Encre Subtile - Amber ink Scented with Fresh Orange

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J. Herbin is the oldest name in current production of fountain pen inks in the world. Since we were children, we were enamoured with scented stationery and inks. Among those inks were those created by J Herbin. We are so very proud to offer this wonderful ink to you now!

This exquisitely charming ink is lightly scented and presented in an elegant semi-frosted bottle. The ink is appropriate for fountain pens since they are synthetically scented and do not contain pigments.

Fashioned with great care, scented inks are inspired by a tradition that began in Italy in the 19th century. J. Herbin and other manufacturers used to collect different scents from the perfume industry and add them to their inks. Known as Les Subtiles (The Subtle), inks were known to match fragrance and color. This wonderful amber colored ink subtly reminds us of fresh oranges.

Each bottle holds a generous 30 ml in a round glass bottle.

Made in France

22June2008

Price: $14.75 per Bottle

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J Herbin Ink - La Perle des Encres - Olive Green

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La perle des encres - J Herbin Olive Green Ink

J. Herbin is the oldest name in current production of fountain pen inks in the world. J. Herbin created La Perle des Encres (the pearl, or jewel, of inks) at his shop on the Rue des Fosse Saint-Germain in Paris in 1700.

Perfect for fountain pens, fountain pen rollers and glass pens, this water-based ink is non-toxic and pH neutral, lightfast. It flows smoothly and is fast drying. You'll also love to use this special ink as a wash with any of your assorted brushes.

Each bottle of 30 ml is elegantly labeled and has an integrated pen rest. These are known as  D bottle pen inks. The "D" refers to the old French unit of measure, la Demi Courtine.

SilverCrow is delighted to bring this wonderful ink to you. The olivine color works nicely when using it as a wash - as well as for creating vintage-look documents. Each squared bottle of 30 ml is labeled in French.

Made in France

SilverCrow Classic, updated 19June2008

Price: $9.00 per Bottle

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J Herbin Silver Pigmented Inks - Not for Fountain Pens

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J Herbin Silver Pigmented Metallic Ink

Not for fountain pens

Best suited for wide nibs, glass or quill pens, brushes and calames, J Herbin's opaque pigmented metallic inks are unrivaled!

These ornamental, water-based inks are exceptionally rich and are especially effective on dark colored paper. They boast a high pigment content - in fact, they contain actual metallic pigments - so, be sure to shake the bottle vigorously and frequently while you using them.

Each round bottle of 30 ml is labeled in a typically French manner.

Made in France

SilverCrow Classic, updated 19June2008

Price: $14.75 bottle

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Old-Fashioned Natural Mica Glitter - in ORANGE

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Orange Mica Glitter Flakes

Natural Mica

Black Mica

This is the really neat old-fashioned, original glitter that was used for holiday decorations of all types since the end of the 19th century. The white form of mica glitter is usually used to imitate snow or to add an iridescent glittery effect. We can only imagine what you might be able to create with ORANGE MICA!

Mix mica with paint, ink, glue, any artistic media. Sprinkle it on your holiday decorations. Grind it. Mix it with a tiny amount of any powdered pigment (including the cost-effective tempera pigment) to give it color. Experiment. Have fun!

This wonderful mica comes packaged in a convenient zipper bag in an old-timey box that measures 4-5/8 by 1-1/2 by 6 inches. So, you'll have plenty for lots of projects. For Hallowe'en other projects with a harvest theme, our Orange Mica might be just perfect!

Mica is not toxic in its natural state, but it can be an irritant, so please use caution. There is some color transference with orange mica, so be careful!

Imported

28April2008

Price $5.00 per box

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Old-Fashioned Natural Mica Glitter - in BLACK

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BLACK Mica Glitter Flakes

Natural Mica

This is the really neat old-fashioned, original glitter that was used for holiday decorations of all types since the end of the 19th century. The white form of mica glitter is usually used to imitate snow or to add an iridescent glittery effect. We can only imagine what you might be able to create with BLACK MICA!

Mix mica with paint, ink, glue, any artistic media. Sprinkle it on your holiday decorations. Grind it. Mix it with a tiny amount of any powdered pigment (including the cost-effective tempera pigment) to give it color. Experiment. Have fun!

This wonderful mica comes packaged in a convenient zipper bag in an old-timey box that measures 4-5/8 by 1-1/2 by 6 inches. So, you'll have plenty for lots of projects. For Hallowe'en, gothic and other projects with a black or midnight theme, our Black Mica might be just perfect!

Mica is not toxic in its natural state, but it can be an irritant, so please use caution. There is some color transference with black mica, so be careful!

Imported

24April2008

Price $5.00 per box

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Old-Fashioned Natural Mica Glitter - in PURPLE

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Purple Mica Glitter Flakes

Natural Mica

Black Mica

Orange Mica

This is the really neat old-fashioned, original glitter that was used for holiday decorations of all types since the end of the 19th century. The white form of mica glitter is usually used to imitate snow or to add an iridescent glittery effect. We can only imagine what you might be able to create with PURPLE MICA!

Mix mica with paint, ink, glue, any artistic media. Sprinkle it on your holiday decorations. Grind it. Mix it with a tiny amount of any powdered pigment (including the cost-effective tempera pigment) to give it color. Experiment. Have fun!

This wonderful mica comes packaged in a convenient zipper bag in an old-timey box that measures 4-5/8 by 1-1/2 by 6 inches. So, you'll have plenty for lots of projects. For Hallowe'en other projects that must be purple, our Purple Mica might be just perfect!

Mica is not toxic in its natural state, but it can be an irritant, so please use caution. There is some color transference with purple mica, so be careful!

Imported

4May2008

Price $5.00 per box

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Reckitt's Crown Blue Bluing Squares

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Reckitt's Crown Blue Bluing Squares for Laundry and Art

For centuries, bluing has been used to disguise the yellowing or tell-tale grey in white cotton clothes - long before today's synthetic laundry additives! This was used in "the wash" (hand washing) - not in a modern washing machine. Colored with ultramarine, imported from France, this was a wondrous find for anyone wanting their clothes and linens to appear bright white, including royalty. It is safe to use, made of the coloring mixed with some washing soda to stabilize the square.

To use the bluing in your hand wash, is is usually placed in a muslin or other cloth bag, or simply wrapped and tied in a piece of cloth, so that the bluing doesn't directly touch the fabric of your clothing and linens.

Bluing has also replaced the original toxic bluestone in magical spells as it has the same gloriously bright blue color - and because it is safe!

Now, here's the fun part, try using this little square in your artwork. You'll have to experiment - use it to whiten, to blue, pulverize it and use as a pigment. We could go on and on - but we think it best to just to play with it in your studio.

Each square is approximately 1 by 1 by 1/2 inch. Instructions are printed on each square:

Wrap Blue in cloth.
Stir while squeezing
the Blue in the last
rinsing water. Dip
articles separately for
a short time; keep
them moving.

Made in France

Packaged in England

01May2008

 

Package of 4 Squares

Price: $2.75 per Package

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Ink Stick Holder

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Sumi Ink Stick Holder

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This clever wooden Sumi stick holder conveniently holds your ink stick remnant. Not only is it neater, it also will help prevent stained fingers from holding the stick by hand. The standard stick easily fits into the holder and the little wooden adjustment bar slides up and down for easy stick placement.

Black ink stick not included, shown for illustration only.

Made in Japan or China

21April2008

List Price $11.95 Our Price: $8.50 each

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Japanese Sumi Ink in Green Box

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High Quality Japanese Sumi Ink in Green box

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Sumi Ink Water Dropper

Sumi ink has been made in the traditional fashion - from burnt wood - for more than 3,000 years. Asian artisans process the wood residue from burnt wood into solid sticks of ink in the same manner today - just a bit more quickly with modern equipment. The pine soot from pine or vegetable oils is mixed with animal or fish glue. The glue insures that the ink can be molded. It is then dried to form a well-shaped solid block which. To use the ink, it  must be ground into a stone - and water added to it (usually with a Water Dropper).

Nothing is more special for creating the many subtle shades of black and grey, that characterizes traditional Sumi painting.

Even if you're not a Sumi artist, you might not be able to resist - this makes a perfect embellishment for a special Asian assemblage or collage.

The box measures 3-3/8 by 15/16 inch. The wrapped stick is slightly smaller

Made in Japan

18February2008

Price: $6.00 each

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The Illuminated Lettering Kit

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The Illuminated Lettering Kit

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Illuminated lettering is an art form from medieval days that retains its brilliance and beauty today. Combining calligraphy, painting and gilding, illuminated lettering is a skill that's surprisingly easy to learn.

In this kit, you have everything you need to create your own illuminated masterpieces, perfect for holidays, as birthday gifts or to decorate your home. With an easy-to-follow instruction book that includes alphabets and templates to trace and varied project ideas, along with all the materials to get you started, The Illuminated Lettering Kit will have you on your way to illuminating in no time!

Included in the package are:

  • bottle of black ink

  • calligraphy pen

  • 5 tubes of paint (red, blue, white, yellow and gold)

  • paintbrush

  • 16 sheets of calligraphy paper

Imported

20November2007

Price: $24.95 Per Kit

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Bat's Blood Ink

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Bat's Blood Ink (not made of real Bat's Blood)

Dragon's Blood Ink

Of course this ink is not really made of bat's blood. In the ancient tradition of writing out magical spells, petitions, prayers and wishes, the strongest entreaties were written in blood. Bat's Blood Ink is made of fragranced red ink.

Over the centuries since Medieval times, scented red inks were gradually substituted for the original inks made of organic compounds. Our 1 ounce bottle of Bat's Blood Ink is high quality red ink, fragranced with herbal essences appropriate for revenge spells was well as harmful spells and jinxes.

The ink may be used in a fountain pen or with a metal nib pen, it is most traditional to use a feather quill when writing such petitions on parchment.

Made in USA

16February2008

One Ounce

Price: $4.50 bottle

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Reproduction Mica Sparkle Snow Glitter from Bethany Lowe

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Reproduction Sparkle Snow - Christmas Mica Glitter

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Based on a very familiar box of Sparkle Christmas Snow Glitter, made of mica, Bethany Lowe's reproduction box features 6 ounces of this wonderful stuff! We even think the box is fun for your special old-timey Christmas display!

Imported

31October2007

Price $7.50 per box

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Poet's Calligraphy Set from J Herbin

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Limited Edition Poet's Calligraphy Set from J Herbin

J. Herbin was established in 1670 when Louis XIV, the Sun King, was a slight 32 years old. M. Herbin was a sailor, and from his many journeys to India he brought back to Paris formulas for manufacturing sealing wax. His special lacquer formula improved the quality of seals in adhesion and neatness, helping him to become famous throughout the kingdom. The house was established at rue des Fosses Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois. J Herbin is the oldest name in ink production in the world!

This wonderful limited edition set has been produced by J Herbin for the poet. It is presented elegantly in a clear cylinder and contains:

  • flourished goose quill with metal tip
  • rose fragranced bottle of red ink by J Herbin ink
  • a sweet dried rose
  • red-ribboned scroll of instructions & calligraphy guide

This wonderful set makes a very special gift for the poet in your life - especially if it is you!

Made in France

9October2007

Was: $22.50 Now: $18.50 Set

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Book: Spray Paint Paper Crafts - Creative Fun with Krylon

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Spray Paint Paper Craft

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If you love our Be About Peace Packing Tape by Spray Paint Artist Beth Myrick, then maybe you'll want to try your hand at this fun art form. You needn't be a tagger or a graffiti artist to excel at spray paint art.

Inside you'll find tons of new ideas for using spray paint in paper crafting! Better known for its practical uses like transforming old furniture into new, now you'll find that aerosol paint actually produces surprisingly elegant, sophisticated, and creative effects on paper and other assemblage art bases.

These fantastic projects come from Krylon, the largest manufacturer of spray paint in the world and a brand favored by hobbyists for its acid-free, archival quality. You'll will first learn the art of creating your own specialty papers with such simple skills as marbling, rubber-stamping, and stenciling, and then use those custom papers to produce scrapbook pages; mini-books; and embellished cards, bags, and tags.

Then, apply what you've learned and try altered art techniques to make bottles, boxes, and purses, or adorn home décor items such as trays, frames, and mirrors. It’s fun and easy!

This fun 128-page jacketed hardcover measures about 10 by 8-3/4 inches.

Printed in China

17June2007

List Price: $24.95 SilverCrow Price: $19.95 each

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Tea Stain

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Tea Stain

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The warm honey hue of vintage linens that once took decades to achieve can now be acquired in mere minutes with this wonderful new tea stain dye. You can transform the new and mundane into beloved heirlooms that appear to have endured over time - for crafts, linens, clothing... countless uses. One 1-1/8 ounce package will dye 1 pound dry fabric.

Although this has been designed for fabric, it can also have some wonderful effects on paper and other media.

Made in USA

15May2007

Price: $4.95 Package

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My Railway Painting Book with Paints and Brush

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My Railway Painting Book with Paints & Brush

Die cut in the shape of an artist's palette, this sweetly old-time coloring book comes complete with paints and a brush. Nine pages of great train-related scenes are ready to paint with the built-in watercolors - or, of course, for coloring with crayons or markers! There are also captioned color illustrations that identify the trains and railroads. It Measures about 8 by 11 inches.

Imported

2December2006

Price: $9.50 per set

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Crayon Pencils (Non-Toxic)

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Crayon Pencils - NO More Waxy Build-up!

This exciting new medium is an excellent way for children (or adults, of course!) to spend hours coloring. There is no waxy flaking with these Smart Art crayon pencils - colors lay down more smoothly and the result is much brighter than with regular crayons or pastels. The novice artist, be s/he young or old, will more easily be able to layer and combine colors. The pencil crayons are very long-lasting pencils, making them a great value as well. They work much like grease-pencils or china markers of old, just unwrap the paper from the crayon by pulling the string. Because they are non-toxic, even little kids can color with them!

Imported

6December2006

Price: $8.75 Box

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Dragon's Blood Ink

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Dragon's Blood Ink

Of course this ink is not really made of dragon's blood. In the ancient tradition of writing out magical spells, petitions, prayers and wishes, the strongest entreaties were written in blood. Dragon's Blood Ink is made of Dragon's Blood Resin, from the red sap of the Dragon Palm Tree.

Over the centuries since Medieval times, scented red inks were gradually substituted for the original inks. Our 1 ounce bottle of Dragon's Blood Ink is still made from the Dragon Palm resin. Traditionally it used for talismans and petitions involving power, protection, courage and spirituality. The same resin is used in other forms for natural healing remedies, as well.

The ink may be used in a fountain pen or with a metal nib pen, it is most traditional to use a feather quill when writing such petitions on parchment.

Made in USA

1June2006

One Ounce

Price: $4.50 bottle

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Sumi Ink Water Dropper (Dripper)

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Sumi Ink Water Dropper

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Even the accoutrements of painting are beautiful in Asian painting. This elegant elegant white porcelain water dropper is hand-decorated with a traditional flow blue scene. Water Droppers (aka, Water Drippers) are used to control the amount of water dropped onto the grinding stone to make ink from sumi sticks.

Imported

SilverCrow Classic

Price $4.25 each

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Old-Fashioned Mica Glitter in Decorator Cone Ornament

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Mica Cone Ornament

This old-fashioned mica doubles as an ornament. The 8-1/2 inch plastic cone is filled to the brim with mica, shimmering just as it is. Open it up and you've a cone full of mica glitter! Once you've used it all, the delightful graphics on the otherwise transparent cone make it an extra special box for a present. You might even choose to allow the inside panels to be dusted with a touch of the mica and fill it with tiny ornaments!

Mix mica with paint, ink, glue, any artistic media. Sprinkle it on your holiday decorations. Grind it. Mix it with a tiny amount of any powdered pigment (including the cost-effective tempera pigment) to give it color. Experiment. Have fun!

Mica is not toxic in its natural state, but it can be an irritant, so please use caution.

Out of Stock

Price: $5.50 each

 

Red Tael Ink for Chops and Hankos

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Red Tael Ink for Chops & Hankos

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Have you used your Chinese Chops or Japanese Hankos so much that you've run out of the special ink that accompanies them? Or, do you just like to have a backup? This special ink arrives just as the ones come with chop stones - in a blue and white porcelain dish. Ours has a special Chinese dragon design on top.

Made in China or Taiwan

SilverCrow Classic

Price: $8.50 each

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Small Sumi Ink Stick

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Small Sumi Ink Stick

Sumi ink has been made in the traditional fashion - from burnt wood - for more than 3,000 years. Asian artisans process the wood residue from burnt wood into solid sticks of ink in the same manner today - just a bit more quickly with modern equipment. The pine soot from pine or vegetable oils is mixed with animal or fish glue. The glue insures that the ink can be molded. It is then dried to form a well-shaped solid block which. To use the ink, it  must be ground into a stone - and water added to it (usually with a Water Dropper).

Nothing is more special for creating the many subtle shades of black and grey, that characterizes traditional Sumi painting.

Even if you're not a Sumi artist, you might not be able to resist - this makes a perfect embellishment for a special Asian assemblage or collage.

Made in China

SilverCrow Classic

Was $5.30 Now: $4.25 each

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Walnut Ink

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Walnut Drawing Ink

If you've never used Walnut Drawing Ink, you've never used ink! That's a mighty big statement. But, is it ever true!

Use with a dip pen, fountain pens, art brushes, sponges, or our special Walnut Ink Drawing Stick. Check out the sample demo for an example of what you can do with this wondrous ink and the special drawing stick (bamboo pen) designed for it.

Our favorite way to use it this ink is by making a large swoosh over a blank page, then over-stamping it.

Made in USA

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Multicolor Chunk-O-Crayon Block

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Chunk-O-Crayon®

One stroke creates multicolored images! A colorful, nontoxic blend of crayon particles combine to produce multicolored lines and designs. These large crayons are easy to manipulate. Each is 2-1/2 inches x 1 inch x 3/8 inch. Each crayon is different as they are randomly molded from crayon pieces, so please let SilverCrow choose one for you.

Made in USA

Price: $2.25

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Liquitex Gesso

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Gesso

Liquitex Acrylic Gesso is a permanent, non-yellowing, flexible and water-resistant gesso, once it dries.

We use this on our paper tapes, kraft papers, manila envelopes and industrial tags, to create a rough surface. Although gesso is traditionally sanded before painting, we don't. We like the surface “tooth” the un-sanded gesso creates.

Easily thinned with water and may be mixed with acrylic colors. Do not mix with turpentine.

Made in USA

16 ounce bottle

Price: $16.00

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J Herbin Ink - La Perle des Encres - Bleu Myosotis (erasable) Ink

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La perle des encres - J Herbin  Bleu Myosotis Erasable Ink

J. Herbin is the oldest name in current production of fountain pen inks in the world. J. Herbin created La Perle des Encres (the pearl, or jewel, of inks) at his shop on the Rue des Fosse Saint-Germain in Paris in 1700.

Perfect for fountain pens, fountain pen rollers and glass pens, this water-based ink is non-toxic and pH neutral, lightfast. It flows smoothly and is fast drying. You'll also love to use this special ink as a wash with any of your assorted brushes.

Each bottle of 30 ml is elegantly labeled and has an integrated pen rest. These are known as  D bottle pen inks. The "D" refers to the old French unit of measure, la Demi Courtine.

SilverCrow is delighted to bring this wonderful ink to you. Blue Myosotis Ink is erasable. The color has the slightest nuance of periwinkle. Each squared bottle of 30 ml is labeled in French.

Made in France

SilverCrow Classic, updated 19June2008

Price: $9.00 per Bottle

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J Herbin Pigmented Inks - Not for Fountain Pens

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J Herbin GOLD Pigmented Metallic Ink

Not for fountain pens

Best suited for wide nibs, glass or quill pens, brushes and calames, J Herbin's opaque pigmented metallic inks are unrivaled!

These ornamental, water-based inks are exceptionally rich and are especially effective on dark colored paper. They boast a high pigment content - in fact, they contain actual metallic pigments - so, be sure to shake the bottle vigorously and frequently while you using them.

Each round bottle of 30 ml is labeled in a typically French manner.

Made in France

SilverCrow Classic, updated 19June2008

Price: $14.75 bottle

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Make Your Own Ink Set

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J Herbin - Make your own ink set

From the world famous J. Herbin, makers of fine inks, pens and pigments since 1670, we are absolutely delighted to offer you a kit to make your own ink!

Create a signature color all your own - experiment with the primary color non-toxic inks until you find just the right shade! You'll receive three bottles of J Herbin inks, thinner, mixing equipment, a pen with a converter and a tablet of hand made paper.

Made In France

This is a very special find, and quantities are limited.

Regular Price: $59.95 set Special Price: $49.95

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Old-Fashioned Natural Mica Glitter

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Natural Mica

This is the really neat old-fashioned, original glitter that was used for holiday decorations of all types since the end of the 19th century. You might also recognize it as the snow used in the cinema.

Mix mica with paint, ink, glue, any artistic media. Sprinkle it on your holiday decorations. Grind it. Mix it with a tiny amount of any powdered pigment (including the cost-effective tempera pigment) to give it color. Experiment. Have fun!

This wonderful mica comes packaged in a convenient wide-mouth clear plastic jar. There's a LOT of mica in there!

Mica is not toxic in its natural state, but it can be an irritant, so please use caution.

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