Archives for January 2016

Free Artistic Valentine’s Day Printables

January 29, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 32 Comments
Free Printables· Printable Goodies· Tutorials

Earlier this month, I asked my friend Pam (of Pam Ash Designs) if she would make a few Valentine’s Day printables for the TPK blog. I really like Pam’s joyful and creative style of illustration, so I was of course elated when she agreed! Today, I’m proud to share what she made and talk to you about how to make these unique pieces. They’re wonderful whether you are handing a few sweet treats out to friends and coworkers, or sending your children to school with a delightfully sweet loot to distribute!
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Scribblers Edition Kaitlin Style Calligraphy Workbook

January 22, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 57 Comments
Calligraphy

Today, I am very excited to announce that the Kaitlin Style Learn Calligraphy for a Latté worksheet PDF is now available as a beautiful printed calligraphy workbook through Scribblers! In truth, this couldn’t have happened without UK-based Scribblers owner Simon Rous, who has taken care of all printing, stocking, and shipping logistics. It was he who suggested we call the workbook “Learn Modern Calligraphy with a Cup of Tea” — it gives the packet a nice, British spin!
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Behind the Scenes: Making a Calligraphy Pen

January 19, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 24 Comments
Calligraphy· Oblique Pen Holders· Video

I don’t believe that you have to own an expensive calligraphy pen to create beautiful calligraphy. Just like with most endeavors, you can start off with cost-effective tools (like those listed in the Ultimate Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit), then treat yourself to splurges as your skill level improves. One such splurge might be a Rodger’s Pen Box (also known as RPB) calligraphy pen!
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Leafy Homemade Birthday Card Tutorial

January 15, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 27 Comments
Birthday Cards· Calligraphy· Greeting Card Tutorials· Inspiration· Tutorials

I like to send a homemade birthday card whenever I can; the problem, however, is that cards can take forever to make! Not only do you have to come up with a cool idea — which is hard enough! — but then you have to put the idea in motion. Today’s tutorial should alleviate the two issues that may prevent you from making DIY cards: brainstorming time and creation time! This homemade birthday card idea is creative, innovative, and only involves a couple of steps.
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How to Adjust an Oblique Pen Holder

January 12, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 50 Comments
Calligraphy· Free Printables· Oblique Pen Holders· Printable Goodies· Video

I’ve wondered how to adjust an oblique pen holder to fit different nibs for a long time. Before last weekend, I hadn’t dared to try it, mainly because all the flanges on my pens are adjusted perfectly for their respective nibs. I was afraid I’d mess something up! However, after a trip to Albuquerque a couple of days ago to meet with Rodger Mayeda, the artisan behind Rodger’s Pen Box, I now have the confidence to fiddle with my flanges. After you watch the flange-focused videos that Rodger was generous enough to help me make, I know that you will feel the same way!
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