Vellum allows some light to pass through it. It is made from the skin of a young animal. The skin is washed with water and lime (Calcium hydroxide), then soaked in lime for several … See more

Preparing manuscripts
Once the vellum is prepared, traditionally a quire is formed of a group … See more

Modern imitation vellum is made from plasticized rag cotton or fibers from interior tree bark. Terms include: paper vellum, Japanese vellum, and vegetable vellum. Paper vellu… See more

Vellum is ideally stored in a stable environment with constant temperature and 30% (± 5%) relative humidity. If vellum is stored in an environment with less than 11% relativ… See more