by lindseybacken@everinkpress.com | May 31, 2023 | History of..., How To, Medieval
The Declaration of Independence and the Magna Carta were both penned with oak gall ink. It’s a good thing too, as this ink lasts longer than many of its counterparts. A well-made gall oak ink takes centuries to fade, though it can in certain conditions. It usually...
by lindseybacken@everinkpress.com | May 24, 2023 | History of..., Medieval
Have found yourself using a pen and wondering how medieval people created ink? After living through lock down, multiple hurricanes, and common short power outages, I often wonder how long I could go without access or money to purchase items from the store. As I begin...
by lindseybacken@everinkpress.com | May 17, 2023 | History of..., Kitchen
“Betty…Sweetheart… I know this is your first “real meal” cooked for your husband in your new home but. . . is this really necessary? You have TWO people! You’re 12 years away from the Great Depression. Save some of that food!” These were my thoughts as I read the...
by lindseybacken@everinkpress.com | May 10, 2023 | History of..., Kitchen
…you shake it all up! Imagine that you’re sitting down to a meal with real plates and silverware, a main dish, and side dishes all steaming. Only one thing lacks: that last little dash of salt that will bring out all the flavors. You pick up your glass salt...
by lindseybacken@everinkpress.com | May 3, 2023 | Culture, History of..., Kitchen
One of my favorite things to study in history is Ireland –specifically between about 600-1600 AD. So even though it’s not a popular period and a little obscure to study and apply today, it was only a matter of time before something made it into my blog....
by lindseybacken@everinkpress.com | Mar 15, 2023 | Frugality, History of..., Kitchen
The History of Castile Soap This week, my idea for a blog went off on a royal bunny trail when “handmade home products” turned into “what’s Castile soap made out of anyway?” Researching this took me on a journey that spanned almost 500...
