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The Illuminator’s Palette

The color palette used for Medieval Illuminated Manuscripts, what they symbolized and their origins.

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12 Easy to Grow, Common Medieval Herbs

A listing of Easy to Grow Medieval herbs you can plant today and use year round.

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Pink through the ages, history, famous shades and inspiration.

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Notes on the hidden meanings in color, symbols and deities that adorn Queen Nefertari’s tomb from Ancient Egypt.

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The Scarab Beetle…on amulets, jewelry, made into gift wrap. The ancient symbol of Egypt lives on.

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A 16th century Herbal…

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Anubis, Master of Secrets

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Handmade inks from plants and other natural materials.

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Kakiemon, a charming porcelain style originating in Japan….

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A visit to ISAC, formerly, The Oriental Institute, at the University of Chicago and their ancient Egyptian collection.

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Making your own watercolor paints is surprisingly simple…

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Finding inspiration to start your own journal…

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Luxury Pastels from France