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The Hangi-toh is a cutting knife with a bevelled edge. It is used to outline areas to be kept. This is the most useful tool for the Mokuhanga artist. The tool is designed to be held blade down at roughly 90 degree angle with the flat edge of the blade towards line to be kept and the bevelled edge in the area to be carved away. A small amount of pressure is excised by placing thumb over the end of the handle slightly to the left and blade tilted to the right (if you are right handed) so that you may see the blade running down the line as you work, the blade should be guided with the other hand though care is needed not to apply too much pressure. This is the traditional method of holding the tool and, for this reason right and left handed tools are required. (Please note, left handed tools can be ordered by telephone and will take 4-6 weeks to arrive). The blade may be removed and sharpened by slipping off the ferrule. Learn More

The Sankaku-toh is similar to western style “V” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

The Sankaku-toh is similar to western style “V” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Shell gold, so named because it was historically made and stored in a shallow shell such as a mussel shell, consists of finely powdered genuine gold mixed with a variety of gums. It is mixed with a bit of water and applied in the same way as watercolour. After drying for an hour or so, it can be burnished to a soft, beautiful lustre using an agate stone burnishing tool.
Our Shell gold is used by calligraphers, framers, restorers, iconographers and watercolour artists.
In recent years our colour range of genuine gold has been extended and genuine Lapis Lazuli and genuine Malachite have also been added. Learn More

Tool set with denim case. Set contains 7pcs, including; 7mm Aisuki (flat), 8mm Hangi-toh (knife), 4mm Aisuki (flat), 6mm Komasuki (U), 3mm Komasuki (U), 4mm Sankatu-toh (V), 10mm Komasuki (U). These are pencil style tools with an imitation wooden handle that is longer when compared to the traditional tools, perfect as an introduction to Mokuhanga printing. Learn More

The Komasuki is similar to western style “U” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

The Aisuki is a clearing tool used for clearing waste from the hangito tool. It is a small fan bevelled chisel and is designed to be used low to the wood. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Shell gold, so named because it was historically made and stored in a shallow shell such as a mussel shell, consists of finely powdered genuine gold mixed with a variety of gums. It is mixed with a bit of water and applied in the same way as watercolour. After drying for an hour or so, it can be burnished to a soft, beautiful lustre using an agate stone burnishing tool.
Our Shell gold is used by calligraphers, framers, restorers, iconographers and watercolour artists.
In recent years our colour range of genuine gold has been extended and genuine Lapis Lazuli and genuine Malachite have also been added. Learn More

This comprehensive kit includes a wide selection of tools and materials for Lino cutting and printing. You can experiment with artisan printing techniques and compare traditional lino and the new Softcut materials, which add new possibilities for beginners and experienced users alike. The 6 different lino cutters allow varied carving styles, whilst the safety cutter and hand guard ensure safe working for younger or less experienced users. The 3-in-1 Baren is a tool for transferring ink from your lino block to paper, but can also be used as a desk tidy for your cutters and as a stamping tool when used with the included self-adhesive Softcut™ discs. You can make many prints with the water based ink whilst keeping your work space clean with the handy ink tray. This educational and fun kit is ideal for making unique greeting cards, gifts, posters or even great works of art! Full instructions are included. Recommended Age: 12 and up with adult supervision. Learn More

The Komasuki is similar to western style “U” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Easy Grip Crible Point Squat #94 Heavy duty tool with tapered shaft ending in a point Crible points are designed to put small holes or indentations in the surface of the plate, creating a dotted or stippled pattern. Learn More

Shell gold, so named because it was historically made and stored in a shallow shell such as a mussel shell, consists of finely powdered genuine gold mixed with a variety of gums. It is mixed with a bit of water and applied in the same way as watercolour. After drying for an hour or so, it can be burnished to a soft, beautiful lustre using an agate stone burnishing tool.
Our Shell gold is used by calligraphers, framers, restorers, iconographers and watercolour artists.
In recent years our colour range of genuine gold has been extended and genuine Lapis Lazuli and genuine Malachite have also been added. Learn More

Kentonomi, this chisel is used to cut the traditional Mokuhanga Kento registration mark. This tool is 15mm wide and may be used with a mallet. Learn More

Traditional Japanese "ba-ren" is the pressing and rubbing tool for printing. The inner coil or "shin" consists of flat strips of bamboo twisted together into strands and then into a long cord. The cord is then coiled onto a backing disk made from either layers of washi paper, carved wood or plastic. Finally a bamboo sheath or "takenokawa" is used as a covering, with rubbing surface for printing one side and a twisted handle for the artist to hold on the other. Over time the outer sheath may need replacing due to wear and friction of printing. Our "sumi" baren is made in the traditional way with a plastic backing disk and has a finer coil. It is 130mm across and is suitable for printing the "key block" and fine details. This baren comes in a presentation box. Replacement bamboo sheaths are available to order specially. Learn More

The Sankaku-toh is similar to western style “V” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Tento easy grip carving set. This set comes in a plastic box and contains 5pcs, including; 7.5mm Hangi-toh (knife), 7.5mm Aisuki (flat), 6mm Komasuki (U), 3mm Komasuki (U), 3mm Sankatu-toh (V). These are pencil style tools with a soft easy grip, non-slip rubber ferrule and plastic handle. The handle is longer when compared to the traditional tools, perfect as an introduction to Mokuhanga printing. Learn More

The Aisuki is a clearing tool used for clearing waste from the hangito tool. It is a small fan bevelled chisel and is designed to be used low to the wood. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

The Aisuki is a clearing tool used for clearing waste from the hangito tool. It is a small fan bevelled chisel and is designed to be used low to the wood. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Shell gold, so named because it was historically made and stored in a shallow shell such as a mussel shell, consists of finely powdered genuine gold mixed with a variety of gums. It is mixed with a bit of water and applied in the same way as watercolour. After drying for an hour or so, it can be burnished to a soft, beautiful lustre using an agate stone burnishing tool.
Our Shell gold is used by calligraphers, framers, restorers, iconographers and watercolour artists.
In recent years our colour range of genuine gold has been extended and genuine Lapis Lazuli and genuine Malachite have also been added. Learn More

Complete Mokuhanga set for beginners. This set includes; 1x Sosaku inking brush 15mm, 1x Tokibo carrying brush for glue, 5pcs pencil style carving tools in a plastic case including; 7mm Aisuki (flat), 10mm Hangi-toh (knife), 3mm Komasuki (U), 3mm Sankatu-toh (V), 6mm Asamaru (shallow U), 1x plastic inking dish, 1x plastic baren 120mm, 1x shina plywood 160mm x 110mm, 1 x pack of 4 colours of waterbased printing in premixed with glue paste. Learn More

The Komasuki is similar to western style “U” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when the ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

The Aisuki is a clearing tool used for clearing waste from the hangito tool. It is a small fan bevelled chisel and is designed to be used low to the wood. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Shell gold, so named because it was historically made and stored in a shallow shell such as a mussel shell, consists of finely powdered genuine gold mixed with a variety of gums. It is mixed with a bit of water and applied in the same way as watercolour. After drying for an hour or so, it can be burnished to a soft, beautiful lustre using an agate stone burnishing tool.
Our Shell gold is used by calligraphers, framers, restorers, iconographers and watercolour artists.
In recent years our colour range of genuine gold has been extended and genuine Lapis Lazuli and genuine Malachite have also been added. Learn More

Unique silicone tipped tools for painting heavy mediums such as acrylic and oil paint. Excellent for spreading adhesives and appplying masking fluid. Can be used with Batik and encaustic wax. Available in soft ivory tip and firm grey tip. Learn More

The Komasuki is similar to western style “U” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Easy Grip Crible Point Sharp #93 A traditional crible point for creating indentations in the plate. 120mm length dot. -Heavy duty tool with tapered shaft ending in a small dot -Tempered steel Crible points are designed to put small holes or indentations in the surface of the plate, creating a dotted or stippled pattern. Learn More

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The Sankaku-toh is similar to western style “V” gouge tool and comes in a variety of useful sizes. The handle of the tool is designed to swing open when ferrule is slipped off so that the blade may be removed for sharpening. Learn More

Patricia Lovett is one of the world’s leading authorities on the techniques and practical processes of making mediæval manuscripts. She lectures and teaches all over the world on calligraphy and illumination, and has written about a dozen books on these subjects, as well as producing a DVD – Illumination – Tools, Materials, Techniques, Projects. Patricia has run calligraphy courses as well as those on traditional manuscript gilding and painting techniques, and was awarded an MBE for her services to heritage crafts and calligraphy. This book takes the beginner and those with more experience through step-by-step processes to produce simple and easy projects using cheap metals and modern adhesives, and also to create mediæval miniatures and illuminated scrolls on vellum (animal skin). Learn More