Here are some links of interest for calligraphers.

An index of scripts used in medieval manuscripts More information on calligraphy hands than you will find in any other source. Includes interesting tidbits like punctuation and abbreviations used with the hand.

A 15-16th century Commonplace Book containing models for flourished capitals

How to Cut a Quill Pen. Great for those who need a refresher course or those who have no idea how to turn a feather into a writing instrument.

Medieval Ink Recipes. One recipe taken from the twelfth century manual 'On Divers Arts' by Theophilus plus several others

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