Formulations/Inks/Writing/Iron Gall Ink 1

Ingredients

Oak galls and iron(II) sulfate.

1. Dried & Crushed Oak Galls - 2 Ounces
2. Ferrous Sulfate - 1 Ounce
3. Water - 1 Pint
4. Gum Arabic - As needed

Procedure

1. Soak dried crushed oka galls in water for 24 hours, strain the water
2. To the strained water ferrous sulfate, wait for a minute
3. Add gum arabic which adds brilliance and thickness as needed

Your Iron gall ink is ready to be used.