Make Your Own Goose Quill Pen This Make Your Own Goose Quill Pen Kit includes simple directions for cutting your own quill pen, two easy ink recipes and an authentic white goose quill (approximately 12 inches long) like the ones used in the signing of the Declaration of Independence and in Early American schools. This kit makes a great rainy-day project for one or more eager learners. Ink can be made from berries mixed with common household ingredients. Kit includes recipes for walnut ink and berry ink. Adult assistance required.