À L’aise Calligraphy Ink

This ink is handmade in our London studio using natural mica powder and natural binders to create a super opaque shimmery ink. Unlike other inks, this ink has been especially designed to keep the shimmer mixed within the ink whilst in use to avoid the need to be shaken every 10 minutes.

This ink has been designed for use with a dip pen. Due to the nature of the natural mica used, the shimmer can settle over time, so before use it will need a shaken or a mixed. Make sure to wipe the jar and lid clean before closing to avoid the lid sticking.

Our inks are water based and if it is too thick for your nib, a drop water can be added to dilute the ink. If the ink is too watery you can leave the ink with the lid off for the ink to evaporate slightly, we advise overnight.

This ink is water based and over time will naturally evaporate, you can add a drop of water to bring it back to the desired consistency.

I test all inks with a L'ecoliere nib, but most pointed pen nibs will work. Different nibs will create a slightly different look.