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Three Decorated Envelopes Mini-Tutorials

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Every week or so, I post a decorated envelopes tutorial on the TPK Facebook page. I love the fact that Facebook provides an effective and casual platform to showcase information! That said, I know that it is impossible to “pin” from Facebook, some readers may not have a Facebook account, and you may just miss the posts due to life happening. For that reason, I like to round up some of the Facebook mini-tutorials every so often and post them on the TPK blog! Here are three of my favorite decorated envelopes from the past couple of months:
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DIY Fabric Invitations

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There’s so much to love about fabric invitations: they’re novel, interactive, and incredibly cost-effective if you DIY them! In today’s blog post, I want to walk you through a batch of fabric invitations that I recently designed as a gift for a friend’s wedding. It is my hope that seeing the process will inspire you to design and compile your own fabric/paper pieces for your next event!
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The Digitizing Artwork and Calligraphy eCourse Has Arrived!

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I first started toying with the idea of starting a creative business in 2012, but one huge obstacle stood in my way: I didn’t have the first clue about digitizing artwork and calligraphy. I knew there was no way I could sell my designs if I didn’t know how to use the computer, so I crossed my fingers, bought Photoshop, and agreed to design a BabyQ invitation pro-bono for a friend.
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Three Simple Calligraphy Flourishes (Includes Videos)

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If you have ever written out a word or phrase in calligraphy and noticed that the lettering could use a little bit of embellishment, then you’ll enjoy today’s post! In it, you’ll learn three simple calligraphy flourishes to make your lettering pieces stand out. We’ll start with the simplest flourish, and work our way to the most complicated (which, I promise, isn’t that complicated at all). Each mini-tutorial includes a video to ensure a clear understanding of the creation process, which should come in especially handy for my fellow visual learners!
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Which Calligraphy Writing Utensil is Best for You? – Part II + Giveaway

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In Which Calligraphy Writing Utensil is Best for You?: Part I, we talked about using regular pens and brush pens to create calligraphy. Both of those writing utensils provide a non-intimidating, fun entry into the world of lettering! Once you’ve practiced with regular pens and/or brush pens for a few days, though, you will probably want something a little more advanced. Enter dip pen calligraphy! In this post, we are going to discuss straight pens and oblique pens: how you know you’re ready to try them, which ones to purchase, and tips for using them.
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Which Calligraphy Writing Utensil is Best for You? – Part I

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In this two-part series, we’re going to explore which calligraphy writing utensil is most compatible with you at this point. Based on the information you read here, you may decide to try one of the recommended writing utensils; or, you may find out that there are a couple of different kinds that you’ll love! Today’s post will examine regular pens (e.g. ballpoint, gel) and brush pens. Next week, we’ll talk about straight dip pens and oblique dip pens!
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Creative Birthday Card Tutorial: Paper Armoire

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Creative Birthday Card Tutorial: Paper Armoire | The Postman's Knock

If you would like to make a one-of-a-kind, creative birthday card, then you’ll really enjoy today’s tutorial! This card is unlike anything I’ve ever seen before: it’s imaginative, interactive, and a joy to create. Every armoire will turn out differently depending on the color scheme and design elements that you add!
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Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison Part II: Bombay, Speedball, and Winsor & Newton

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In Part I of the Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison series, you were introduced to Ziller, Sumi, and Higgins inks. Today, we’re going to examine three more inks to conclude the comparison: Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Ink, Speedball India Ink, and Winsor & Newton Black Calligraphy Ink. All of these inks are excellent choices if you wish to create black calligraphy; however, it’s a good idea to get to know them a little bit better before you make a buying decision.
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Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison Part I: Ziller, Sumi, and Higgins

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Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison Part I: Ziller, Sumi, and Higgins | The Postman's Knock

In previous posts we’ve discussed earthy calligraphy inks, sparkly calligraphy inks, and white calligraphy inks. It’s only appropriate, then, that in today’s article we take a look at three well-known black calligraphy inks! You’ve probably heard of at least one of these inks … and if you haven’t, you may just find a new favorite. I’d recommend waiting to buy any new black inks, though, until after this black ink post series concludes on Friday! That way, you’ll have all the information you need to make a smart buying decision. In the meantime, let’s kick off this ink examination by taking a look at Higgins!
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