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    Calligraphy Crossword (with a Prize!)

    April 21, 2017

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    Lindsey Bugbee

    Calligraphy, Printable Goodies

    Are you up for a challenge this weekend? This calligraphy crossword will put your dip pen knowledge to the test … and possibly win you a $50 gift certificate to Paper & Ink Arts!

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    I generally create blog posts that focus on artistic projects, so today’s post offers a bit of a variation! Instead of flexing your creative muscle, you’ll be using your memory and research skills to fill out this calligraphy crossword. Be the first to solve it, and you’ll win a $50 gift certificate to Paper & Ink Arts (update: the puzzle has been solved)! Fill it out anyway, and you’ll be entered into a raffle to win a set of Dr. Ph. Martin’s Iridescent inks. Read on to learn more!

    The Calligraphy Crossword Puzzle

    You can download the calligraphy crossword puzzle for free by clicking here. The crossword will challenge you with 22 writing- and calligraphy-related vocabulary terms. Like most crossword puzzles, the answers range between simple and difficult!

    Calligraphy Crossword | The Postman's Knock

    The Artistic Challenge

    If you’re feeling confident about your answers, you can use a dip pen and ink to fill out the puzzle! Try writing your “across” answers using Kaitlin Style calligraphy …

    Calligraphy Crossword | The Postman's Knock

    … Then use block lettering to fill in the “down” answers.

    Calligraphy Crossword | The Postman's Knock

    You don’t have to fill out the puzzle in this way, but it’s a fun variation!

    The Prizes

    Like all crosswords, this calligraphy crossword puzzle was made for your entertainment and enjoyment. Still, I think it’s fun to raise the stakes a bit! In lieu of the social media giveaway that I run every weekend, I will be running a couple of giveaways based around this puzzle.

    $50 Gift Certificate to Paper & Ink Arts

    The first person to correctly solve the calligraphy crossword will win a $50 gift certificate to Paper & Ink Arts. I purchase nearly all my art and calligraphy supplies from PIA — they have an amazing selection and ship incredibly fast!

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    Once you think you’ve cracked the crossword, you can email me at lindsey@thepostmansknock.com. Attach a photo or a scan of the solved crossword. If everything looks good and you are the first to solve it, I will send you your gift certificate! Once someone has solved it, I will update this blog post to reflect that. Update: the puzzle was solved! Congratulations to Esther N. 

    Set of Three Dr. Ph. Martin’s Iridescent Inks

    This calligraphy crossword is fairly difficult, so I think that you should have the opportunity to win a prize regardless of whether you solve it or not! Give the crossword a try, then post a photo of it on social media (either on TPK Facebook page, or tagged @thepostmansknock and #thepostmansknock on Instagram). The puzzle doesn’t need to be completely filled out … the point is that you gave it a shot!

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    Each photo will be considered as an entry, and you can enter twice by posting both to Facebook and Instagram! I will write down the name associated with each entry on a piece of paper and put it in a bowl. Then, on Monday, April 24th, at noon MDT, I will post a video showing the random selection of three entries out of the bowl of entries. Those three entries will win the three Iridescent colors of his or her choice! Note that if you do not have a social media account, you may email me your entry instead (lindsey@thepostmansknock.com).

    The Solutions

    If you’re stumped, you can find the solutions by clicking here!

    Calligraphy Crossword | The Postman's Knock

    I hope that you enjoy solving this little brain teaser! Again, you may download the calligraphy crossword by clicking here. Thanks for giving it a try, and have a great weekend!

    Warmly,

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  1. Logan G Avatar
    Logan G
    November 14, 2017

    I’m really confused because I’ve read many of your tutorials but I can’t seem to get the hang of dip pen calligraphy.

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    Sue Walsh
    April 22, 2017

    Love that you mix up your giveaways Lindsey. This one was fun 🙂

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    Britte
    April 22, 2017

    Bonjour, désolée mais ce type de “jeux” et mots croisés , me “font fuir ” ! Cdt Vi

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      Lindsey Bugbee
      May 13, 2017

      They’re tough for me, too! If I hadn’t made it, I’m not sure that I would have been able to solve it. 🙂

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    Monica
    April 22, 2017

    That’s so cool! I can’t wait to print it out!

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    Joan
    April 22, 2017

    Fun, and not even too hard. It’s just too bad I never seem to get to my email before noon… Anyway, I’m off to scan my puzzle…

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    Molly
    April 21, 2017

    Um, that was super fun. I bet it took a while to make! Thanks for putting the work in!

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✨I’ve been making these little calligraphy Chr ✨I’ve been making these little calligraphy Christmas trees for years. They’re a go-to whenever I need a quick gift tag, envelope flourish, or something festive that doesn’t require a whole afternoon.

They look fancy, but they’re really just simple strokes stacked in different patterns. Truly: once you get the rhythm down, you can make a tree in under 30 seconds. 🎄 

If you want to try them (there are six styles!), the tutorial is on the TPK Blog, and it’s called
“6 Simple Ways to Make a Calligraphy Christmas Tree.” Feel free to google it, or visit: thepostmansknock.com/6-simple-ways-to-make-a-calligraphy-christmas-tree/

It’s very beginner-friendly, video-based, and a great way to get some creativity in during a busy season. I hope you love it as much as I do. 💛

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🎁 These printable gift tags are one of my favor 🎁 These printable gift tags are one of my favorite free printables on the TPK site. Just download, print, cut them out, and — if you want to — reinforce them with a bit of cardstock.

Inside the PDF you’ll find four designs: Festive Frida, Flourished Tree, Pine Boughs, and Merry & Bright. They’re all hand-drawn, and they make even the simplest wrapping look bespoke and artistic. 🎨 

Pro tip: If you’ve got a bit of extra time, add a pop of watercolor or some gold dots; and consider mounting the tag on a contrasting piece of cardstock for extra oomph.

They’re free to download at: thepostmansknock.com/free-super-cool-hand-drawn-printable-gift-tags/ (or visit the link in my stories today). Happy holidays!

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There’s something extra fun about a card that do There’s something extra fun about a card that doesn’t just open … it comes to life. ✨ This little stand-up tree might look fancy, but it’s totally approachable — relaxing to make, satisfying to embellish, and (my favorite part) it folds up perfectly to pop in the mail. 💌🎄

If you’re looking for a holiday project that feels creative and doable, this is *such* a good one. The printable template does half the work for you, and you can customize the rest with flourishes, white ink, ornaments, or whatever feels festive to you.

The full step-by-step tutorial is waiting for you on the TPK website; just head to the link in my bio and tap “Blog.” I think you’ll have as much fun making this as I did. ❤️

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I love it when I can make simple pointed pen pract I love it when I can make simple pointed pen practice on cardstock ... and it magically turns into a festive card! Find instructions + a printable template for making this “Loop-de-Loop” tree in the TPK 2025 Holiday Calligraphy Worksheet set. 🎄 (Link in bio, then navigate to the Blog!)

#pointedpen #calligraphy #calligraphypractice #pointedpenpractice #holiday #christmastree #treedrawing #doodles #goldwatercolor
Every November since 2016, I’ve looked forward t Every November since 2016, I’ve looked forward to sitting down with a cup of something warm ☕️ and sketching out ideas for the TPK holiday worksheet. This year was no exception, and I think you’ll be pleased with the motifs! They’re designed to bring calm, beauty, and (sneaky) pointed pen practice to your holiday season. 🎄Visit the TPK Blog (link in bio, then navigate to Blog) for details!
The other day, I was thinking about sending out ho The other day, I was thinking about sending out holiday cards, and I immediately dismissed the thought with, “I have zero time to calligraph envelopes for those.” ✍️

... But is that true? I put it to the test for the latest article on the TPK Blog. Using some time-saving tricks I’ve learned over the years (like using a watery ink, a bouncy calligraphy style, and minimal pencil guidelines), I timed myself making three envelope concepts. Two of them took 5 minutes or less. The most time-intensive took 5 minutes, 30 seconds. The envelopes still turned out looking elegant, especially with the help of some artistic postage stamp collages. 💌

For clear step-by-step tutorials detailing how to make these envelopes and sourcing pretty postage, visit the TPK Blog (link in bio, then navigate to “Blog”)!

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After I chose this music to accompany this reel, i After I chose this music to accompany this reel, it dawned on me: drawing a calligraphy medallion is like, well, Belle’s arc with the Beast. 

At first, it’s a bit of a weird situation. Strange shapes, questionable structure, possibly some growling (à la “YOU WILL JOIN ME FOR DINNER. That’s not a request!”) when the inevitable ink smudge happens. You keep thinking, “I’m not sure why I’m doing this ... should I hop on Felipe and gallop away?” 🐎

But something shifts as the medallion starts to come to life. And when you finish that last detail and pull back, the music swells. Light bursts from your paper like it did from Beast’s digits as he transformed into a stunningly beautiful prince. ✨ You’re practically in a ballroom celebrating, and, wait, did your furniture just turn into an adoring crowd that’s celebrating your fortitude and skill?

(And now you know how my mind works 🧠 ... I love a good metaphor, no matter how weak it may be!) 

To learn how to make a calligraphy medallion, just search for “calligraphy medallion” on the TPK site (link in bio). You’ll find both free Blog tutorials and detailed premium worksheets.

... I’ll show myself out now. 🙈

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My favorite autumn projects are the ones that remi My favorite autumn projects are the ones that remind you how cozy this season can be. 🍂 This project definitely fits the bill ... create it with a hot, comforting drink nearby and an excellent audiobook, and you’re in for a treat! ☕️ ✍️ The tutorial on the TPK Blog (link in bio, then navigate to Blog) is super detailed, with mini tutorial videos to guide you every step of the way.

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