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White Rabbit Pure Food Easter Egg (etc.) Dye
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From the White Rabbit Dye Company, we offer the very best ever, very vivid Easter Egg Dye. Of course, as you've probably already guessed, we use this dye for all kinds of things - just experiment - you'll be delighted.
Made in USA
19October2011
Price: $2.75 Package
Qty:
High Quality Sumi Ink Stick in Glass-Topped box
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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. Each stick has the same characters on the back and features different flowers on the front.
We're showing 3 sticks for comparison. The box is just lovely and might be used for a small shrine or other altered art project.
The box measures 4-1/4 inches by 1-1/4 inch by 1/2 inch deep. The wrapped stick is slightly smaller at 3-13/16 inches long by 15/16 inch wide by 6/16 inch deep.
Imported
2April2011
Price: $8.75 each
NOT FOR CHILDREN
Ivory Traditional Supple Sealing Wax that Mails Without Breaking!
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Unbelievably, this sealing wax does not crack, chip or break - even when mailed on a postcard! The illustration background includes a seal that was actually sent via the United States Postal Service on a postcard - fully exposed to everything the transport has to offer.
Supple wax can be cut, so it is often used on bottles. Letters and cards with supple wax seals can be sent through the mail if the letter is hand-canceled. (Although the seal might make it through the cancelling machine, it might damage the machine itself.)
Each stick measures 3-3/8 inches long by 3/8 inch thick and 3/8 inch wide. Depending on your use, each stick produces 15 to 20 seals!
You'll be surprised how closely this resembles traditional wax. Made by J.Herbin for over 300 years, sealing wax is still as exciting as it was when used officially. Supple wax is much the same, but designed for modern times.
To use supple wax, heat the end with a match or a propane torch lighter (as for your grill). The lighter is lots easier to use! Be sure to do this heating over the your project paper in the right spot, because you won't be able to move it later. Once you've melted a bit of the wax (in a puddle). Once you think you have enough wax dropped, use the stick itself to stir the puddle into the shape you desire (probably the shape of your seal).
Although not necessary with supple wax, we've found it best to moisten you sealing wax seal before actually making your mark. You can do this by blowing on the seal itself, by an ice cube, etc. Impress your seal into the wax after it has cooled a bit. Hold it still for about 5 seconds, and then peel your seal slowly away from the wax. You'll need a bit of practice to create a crisp seal that pleases you. Supple wax melts at a hotter temperature than traditional wax, so it cools more slowly as well.
Use with caution. Never leave burning or hot wax unattended. Not for children.
Made in France
26May2011
Price: $3.50 per Stick
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.
SilverCrow Classic
Out of Stock
Price: $10.50 per Bottle
Inexpensive Chinese Calligraphy Starter Set
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Our inexpensive Chinese Calligraphy Starter Set is just perfect for the beginner. Of course, the contents are student grade, but the ink stone is worth the entire price!
Each set includes:
2 brushes Blue and White Porcelain Brush Rest Black Sumi Ink Stick Ink Stone Starter Instructions
On the back of the package are several characters with directional arrows and numbering for you to practice.
Made in China
Price $8.75 each
J Herbin Limited Edition L'Encre Anniversaire - 340th Anniversary Ink
More things French and of France
Celebrate the 340th Anniversary of J. Herbin with their special limited edition "1670" ink. The rich color is Rouge Hematite, a dark red color with an earthy tone - reminiscent of the historic Herbin logo. This intense and deep dye ink will bring brightness and majesty to all your writing. This ink is perfect for fountain pens and most other writing instruments. You might also use it as a wash in painting.
This 50ml glass bottle is exquisitely presented in a gift box and features a special golden hot stamping - 1670 - the first year of production.
J. Herbin is the oldest name in ink production in the world. J. Herbin was established in 1670, when Louis XIV, the Sun King, was 32 years old.
11October2010
Price: $21.50 Bottle
Black Mica Glitter Flakes
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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!
We've packaged the mica in reusable plastic jars that measure about 2 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. The mica is quite lightweight, so a little goes a long way!
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!
1November2010
Price: $2.50 per Jar
L'Écriture Vénitienne Carnivale - Venetian WRiting Set with Glass Pen & J Herbin Ink
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The earliest glass objects known are from ancient Egypt dating from about 1500 BC. By the 11th century, Venice, well known for the quality and mastering skills of its craftsmen, became the European center for glass making. By the late 13th century, to protect Venice from fire and more destruction, the Venetian Republic ordered the destruction of all the foundries within the city and glassmakers were removed to the nearby island of Murano. With the growing demand, Murano gained the reputation in the 15th century as the European center for glassmaking, which lasted well until the 17th century. Murano is world-renowned for the quality of its glass as well as the elaborate designs.
We are in love with such lovely glass pens as the one included in this set. The spiraling allows the ink to flow so smoothly and effortlessly as you write or draw.
Each lovely boxed set includes:
* 1 plume de verre (spiral handled frosted glass pen) * 1 flacon d'encre (bottle of ink) * 1 rouleau de parchemin (sheet of paper parchment)
This lovely gift set will please even the most discerning of pen collectors and artists as well as the beginner and, of course, the romantic!
02December2010
Price: $26.00 per Set
Not for fountain pens
J Herbin L'Encre Phosphorescente (Luminescent ink) - Only Appears at Night
Authentic Ink - Lasts 300 Years
More Things French and of France
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J Herbin Calligraphy Ink is designed specifically for use with specialty wide calligraphy nibs, as well as glass and quill pens, as well as reed calames. It is not for fountain pens.
This is not your everyday novelty ink. It is produced by the fabulous J. Herbin company and features phosphorescent qualities - invisible by day and luminescent by night!
10October2010
Price: $17.50 per bottle
La perle des encres - J Herbin Diabolo Menthe (Peppermint Soda) Fountain Pen Ink
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All Things French
SilverCrow is delighted to bring this wonderful ink to you. Each squared bottle of 30 ml is labeled in French.
Without close inspection, we at first thought this to be Diablo Menthe (or Devil Mint). But, we were so wrong! The color has been designed to remind you of a famous French beverage by the same name. It is made with fresh lemonade and green mint syrup, long a favorite of the French, young and old!
Your thoughts and drawings will be even more bright and young in your journal when you use this wonderful color to write. Consider mixing this with other Herbin inks to create your own special hue.
29April2010
Silver Traditional Supple Sealing Wax that Mails Without Breaking!
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Unbelievably, this sealing wax does not crack, chip or break - even when mailed on a postcard! The illustration background includes 2 seals that were actually sent via the United States Postal Service on postcards - fully exposed to everything the transport has to offer. The one on the left features J. Herbin's supple wax, whereas the other seal was made with regular sealing wax.
05June2010
Sampler Vial of Black German Glass Glitter
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We packed a plastic medicine bottle with black glass glitter from Germany for you to try. We hate having to buy giant sized things and then finding out that they don't work out. Our glass glitter is the true German kind and is very highly reflective.
Warning: This product is sharp slivers of glass - not polyester glitter sold for children. Use extreme caution when handling this material and when cleaning up after your project.
Made in Germany
24February2010
Price: $3.50 each
La perle des encres - J Herbin Rouge Caroubier Fountain Pen Ink
All Things Metaphysical
The blood red color of this fine ink makes it just what you need for writing spells. Your devilish thoughts and drawings will be even more exciting in your journal when you use this wonderful color to write. Consider mixing this with other Herbin inks to create your own special hue.
13March2010
La perle des encres - J Herbin Poussière de Lune (Moon Dust) Fountain Pen Ink
All Things Celestial
Poussière de Lune means the dust of the moon - or moon dust! We think that makes it perfect for Love Letters, daydreams and journals. Don't you?
23February2010
From J Herbin - Sampler of 5 Perfumed Inks
J. Herbin is the oldest name in current production of fountain pen inks in the world, having begun at his shop on the Rue des Fosse Saint-Germain in Paris in 1700.
These exquisitely charming inks are subtly scented and are presented in elegant semi-frosted bottles. Because they are synthetically scented and do not use pigments for coloring, they are perfect for fountain pens and fountain rollers as well as glass and other dip pens.
Fashioned with great care in the tradition that began in 19th century Italy, J Herbin and other ink makers collected scents from the perfume industry and added them to their inks. These are known as Les Subtiles.
Each of the five scents match the ink color:
Amber scented with Orange Red scented with Rose Violet scented with Violet Blue scented with Lavender Green scented with Apple
Each frosted bottle offers you 10ml of non-toxic, pH neutral, lightfast, water-based ink. Made with all natural dyes, the ink flows smoothly and is fast drying. And the scent will remain with your note for quite a long time. How perfect for those billets doux and other missives of love.
11February2010
Price: $19.00 per Sampler
La perle des encres - J Herbin Lie de Thé Fountain Pen Ink
Lie de Thé means tea leaves, or, actually the leaves left over after you drink your tea! So, you might choose this lovely ink to write your fortune in your diary or even something more exciting than that!
10February2010
Dark Red King's Sealing Wax - For your Royal Documents
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J.Herbin King's Sealing wax is made from natural elements: pine resin, ground limestone, lacquer, and a cochineal dye for vibrant and deep color.
This same wax has been used by royalty to seal the most important of documents for centuries. Generations of remarkable people, from Louis XIV to Coco Chanel, have used this such sealing wax, and it is well known around the world as one of the highest quality sealing waxes ever made.
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 the seals in adhesion and neatness, helping him to become famous throughout the kingdom.
Then as today, sealing wax was used for documents and correspondence, but also in decoration and bottling. J. Herbin has supplied Chanel from its beginning with wax used for finishing touches on their perfume bottles.
Each stick measures 5 inches long by 3/8 inch thick and 1/2 inch wide. Depending on your use, each stick produces 10 to 20 seals!
Made by J.Herbin for over 300 years, sealing wax is still as exciting as it was when used officially.
Arrives with instructions.
7January2009
Price: $6.00 per Stick
Fake Blood Capsules
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Each package contains 3 or 4 little fake blood capsules for all your Hallowe'en needs! These are great fun for fooling folks, but please be gentle - some folks can't stand the sight of any blood - even if it's fake!
We also like them for a very special effect in assemblage artwork - and especially for Twilight projects!
Packaging may differ.
20August2007, Updated 19May2010
Price: $1.00 per Package
J Herbin Invisible ink (L'Encre Invisible)
J Herbin Calligraphy Ink is designed specifically for use with specialty calligraphy nibs, as well as glass and quill pens. It is not for fountain pens.
This is not novelty invisible ink that is readily available. This is the original old-fashioned secret ink of special billets-doux (love letters) and other secret missives. The ink is a clear pink in the bottle and writes clear on paper. Heat the paper and the ink is a very readable blue. This water-based ink will thrill anyone who loves dip pens, love letters and secrets. You are sure to please!
21September2009
Price: $13.25 per bottle
Deep Red (Burgundy) Traditional Supple Sealing Wax that Mails Without Breaking!
Unbelievably, this sealing wax does not crack, chip or break - even when mailed on a postcard! The illustration background includes an actual seal that was sent via the United States Postal Service on a postcard - fully exposed to everything the transport has to offer.
The sample behind the stick in the illustration features the same burgundy wax that has been pressed with a sealing wax seal and it actually travelled through the US Mail from San Francisco to New York! This deep red shade of was reminds us of the waxes used for hundreds of years on official documents, love letters and the like. It is very close to the color of those original waxes, but it is fully prepared for the modern world!
20September2009
Red Tael Ink for Chops & Hankos
Chops & Hankos
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
Price: $13.50 each
Tea Stain
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.
15May2007
Price: $4.95 Package
Copper Traditional Supple Sealing Wax that Mails Without Breaking!
Unbelievably, this sealing wax does not crack, chip or break - even when mailed on a postcard! The illustration background includes 2 seals that were actually sent via the United States Postal Service on postcards - fully exposed to everything the transport has to offer.
The sample behind the stick in the illustration features blue and copper seals that actually travelled through the US Mail from San Francisco to New York!
21jUNE2009
23May2009
Vintage Moore's Sautoir Fountain Pen Blotter
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What a great find this is! Each 6-1/4 inch wide vintage ink blotter advertises a specialty fountain pen for the working woman of the 1920s! Imagine!
The illustration features an old time nurse (cap and all) and doctor. Both are writing on medical charts as the patient recuperates in bed. Unused old store stock in excellent condition.
The description is right on the blotter. And the nurse is obviously using one of these really neat pens:
Moore's Sautoir Fountain Pen The ladies' favorite for professional, business and social use. With silk neck ribbon and gold or silver mountings, $4.25 up. Self-filling and non-leakable.
The pen is illustrated as though it is writing the advertisement itself in script:
Moore's won't leak
The sautoir (French for necklace) pen is perfect - wouldn't that be great even today - so that no one will walk away with your favorite pen! After all, in 1920, $4.25 was quite dear. That would be $45.26 today!
Of course you can use this great little piece of history for its intended purpose - to blot your ink, or, of course it makes a great collector's item.
Printed in USA
6April2009
Price: $2.45 each
Diamond Dust Glass Glitter
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We love glass glitter - it just sparkles so! And, this affordable 6-ounce jar is extra special - check out the shaker lid! Diamond Dust is crushed glass glitter made from the finest, ultra-thin flakes of glass, giving it a twinklingly brilliant, crystal shimmer. Unlike most glass glitters, the glass granules are slightly varied in size and shape, which makes for a much brighter sparkle.
Made in USA or Imported
11February2009
Price: $6.19 per Jar
J Herbin L'Encre Authentique - Lasts 300+ Years!
This ink, known by the French as Encre Authentique is also known as Lawyers' Ink. This rich black ink was used by French notaries to write official acts. Available in a 30ml (1 ounce) bottle, it is best suited for nibs, glass or quill pens - NOT for fountain pens.
J. Herbin claims writing with this water-based ink will remain legible for 300 years. It contains Campeche wood tannin for exceptional preservation.
12January2009
Price: $13.00 Bottle
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.
23June2008
Price: $14.75 per Bottle
L'Encre Subtile - Amber ink Scented with Fresh Orange
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.
22June2008
La perle des encres - J Herbin Bleu Myosotis Erasable Ink
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.
SilverCrow Classic, updated 19June2008
J Herbin Silver Pigmented Metallic Ink
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.
Price: $14.75 per bottle
Gesso - 8 ounce Bottle (23 ML)
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.
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 16February2010
Price: $11.29 per bottle
Natural Mica
More Natural Specialties
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.
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.
Packaged in USA
Price: $4.50 Per Jar
Purple Mica Glitter Flakes
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 PURPLE MICA!
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!
4May2008
Price $5.00 per box
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.
Packaged in England
01May2008
Package of 4 Squares
Price: $2.75 per Package
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.
1June2006
One Ounce
Price: $4.50 bottle
Bat's Blood Ink (not made of real Bat's Blood)
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.
16February2008
J Herbin GOLD Pigmented Metallic Ink
Price: $14.75 Per bottle
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