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The Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy

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The Beginner's Guide to Modern Calligraphy

Over the past few years, I have taught several beginners’ modern calligraphy workshops and answered countless calligraphy questions via email. Those experiences have taught me that there is a need for an article like this one: a post that shows you where to start learning from scratch! In this blog post, I’ll explain how to learn modern calligraphy in a few simple steps. (Curious about the difference between modern calligraphy and traditional calligraphy? Take a quick trip to this blog post!)

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Free Pointed Pen Worksheet: How to Make a “Foxtrot” Calligraphy Medallion

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You can download a free pointed pen worksheet with instructions detailing how to make this “Foxtrot” calligraphy medallion.

Calligraphy medallions are stunning works of art that are the result of graceful strokes and careful repetition. When you make a calligraphy medallion, you improve your technical skills and ability to use a pointed pen. You also learn how to make everything look balanced and develop spatial judgment abilities. While these benefits are appealing, the best part about making calligraphy medallions is seeing the intricate result of all your hard work! Today, I’ll show you how to make the “Foxtrot” medallion from TPK’s Dancing Pen Calligraphy Medallions Worksheet.

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💌 My 10 Favorite Artistic Envelopes: May 2022-May 2023

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10 Fabulous Artistic Envelopes

Artistic envelopes are a fantastic project for anyone who loves lettering, calligraphy, or illustration. Each envelope becomes a mini canvas where you can freely experiment with new techniques, colors, and designs. It’s a delightful way to express your creativity without investing too much time, and the end result is a personalized gift that never fails to elicit a smile! In this article, I have curated my ten favorite artistic envelopes from the past year. As I looked through these photos, I couldn’t help but feel inspired, and I hope you’ll experience that same artistic spark.

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How to Use a Crowquill Nib

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How to Use a Crowquill Nib
The crowquill nib is a valuable tool if you want to write small, delicate letters. Be sure to write on smooth paper such as Rhodia!

Centuries ago, people wrote with feathers, a.k.a “quills”. In fact, U.S. President Thomas Jefferson bred geese specifically because he went through quills so quickly! The downside of using quills, as I’m sure President Jefferson would tell you, is that they wear down at alarming speed. That’s why we are lucky to have steel crowquill nibs today! In this article, we’ll explore the fabulous crowquill nib and what you can use it to create.

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Why is Envelope Calligraphy So Expensive?

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Why is Envelope Calligraphy So Expensive?
If you’re planning an event, you might be asking yourself why envelope calligraphy is so expensive.

When I first learned about the concept of offering envelope calligraphy services to make extra money, I was 24 years old and idealistic. It sounded too good to be true: all I had to do was write an address on an envelope, and someone would pay me for that? As I took on more and more envelope addressing projects, though, I realized that there’s a lot more to envelope calligraphy than meets the eye.

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Abstract Bubbles DIY Watercolor Birthday Card Tutorial

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Abstract Bubbles Watercolor Birthday Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

There’s nothing quite like receiving a handmade birthday card. It’s a meaningful way to show someone how much they mean to you. This festive and playful abstract bubbles-themed DIY birthday card is the perfect card for any lucky recipient! Follow the steps below to learn how to make it.

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