What were the basic steps of creating an illuminated manuscript?

The parchment of calfskin used to make the manuscript and then they were cut in shapes by monks. Lines and designed were drawn and coloured. Natural chemicals and plants were used to bring out other colours.  Iron, tree bark, and nuts were boiled to make black ink.

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