Todayโs article is a little differentโitโs more like a video workshop! I recommend bookmarking it so you can go through each section at your own pace and really get the hang of using the triangular brush.
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The 2025 Graceful Envelope Contest is underway, and I couldnโt resist joining in! In this article, Iโll walk you through my Beatles-inspired entry, share my creative process, and give you insider tips for submitting a strong design.
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You’ve probably seen “gum arabic” listed as an ingredient in everything from watercolor paints to calligraphy inksโand even in some foods. But if youโve never used it on its own, it might feel like one of those mystery ingredients that exist in the background.
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How often do we tell the women in our lives just how inspiring they are? This beautiful Womenโs History Month worksheet makes it easy to put appreciation into words. Download it, print it, and let someone know they are seen and celebrated.
Whether youโre a beginner or a seasoned watercolorist, having a custom color chart is invaluable. Fortunately, making a neat and functional chart doesnโt have to involve tedious measuringโthereโs a much easier way to do it!
Lindsey Bugbee
designer + illustrator + calligrapher
The Postman’s Knock is a blog focused on teaching creative techniques and offering guides to learning modern calligraphy and illustration. I hope you enjoy reading my blog as much as I enjoy writing it!
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