If you are wondering about walnut crystals you can find them for sale on the internet. It looks like dark instant coffee and one or two tablespoons added to a pint of water will give you enough to last for years. I did see a site showing how to make your own, but the price of the finished product wasn’t very much. I’ve had a little bag for years and have only used a few tablespoons.
So, I antiqued my piece this morning. It needs to dry completely before I continue, but here is a picture. Tomorrow I’ll post a picture showing how I sew a back fabric and attach it to the hornbook.
I like the outcome of the antiquing. What do you think?
yooper trails 
Love it! Where did you get the hornbook?
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I have a friend who makes them for me. In return I make chow chow for him. lol
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Thank you. I just finished the same pattern and looking for a hornbook to fit it.
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I sometimes luck out and find something at Michaels or Joann Fabrics. Another idea is check out flea markets or garage sales for old cutting boards. I have used those too.
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We have a flea market every Sunday here in town. I check there and sometimes find some treasures. Oil cans work nicely with 3D pieces
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