Dip Pen Calligraphy

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

May 30, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee Leave a Comment
Calligraphy· Calligraphy Medallions· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Free Printables· Tutorials· Video

8 Time Lapse Art Videos That Will Inspire You To Create — 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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5 Creative Modern Calligraphy Variations + A Surprise Worksheet

April 27, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 64 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Intermediate Calligraphy· Worksheets

Envelope Created Using Brause Rose Nib | The Postman's Knock — One of my favorite modern calligraphy variations is reinforced downstrokes, as shown on this Kaitlin Style calligraphy envelope. You can go over downstrokes twice for double the thickness!

One of the best things about modern calligraphy is its flexibility. You can play around with any modern calligraphy variations that suit your fancy! Unlike traditional calligraphy styles such as Spencerian and Copperplate, modern calligraphy encourages innovation and deviation. Today, we’ll talk about 5 ways to switch up your pointed pen creations, and I’ve got a surprise worksheet to give you some ideas and practice.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Pointed Pen Nibs

April 4, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 18 Comments
Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Nibs

Looking to improve your calligraphy skills? Focus on maximizing the potential of your pointed pen nibs! Heed the tips in today’s article, and you’ll be amazed at how much more enjoyable and stress-free your calligraphy practice can be.

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🐰 Easter Calligraphy: Free “Flourish by Number” Bunny Worksheet

March 30, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 141 Comments
Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Easter· Flourishing· Holiday· Printable Goodies· Tutorials· Video· Worksheets

Easter Calligraphy With a Flourish By Number Bunny — You can create this Easter calligraphy bunny with the help of a free “Flourish by Number” worksheet.

Spring is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with some playful and pretty Easter Calligraphy? TPK’s free “Flourish by Number” Calligraphy Bunny Worksheet will give you some calligraphy practice and help you to create something eye-catching and beautiful. The trick behind making it? Be flexible. If your bunny doesn’t look exactly like the example, don’t fret. No matter what, you’re learning, improving, and getting in some quality time with your pointed pen!
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How to Use Bleed Proof White Calligraphy Ink

March 7, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 101 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Intermediate Calligraphy· Merchandise

Over the years, I’ve tried many white calligraphy inks. My favorite is Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bleed Proof White. Bleed Proof White isn’t specifically an ink. In fact, it was developed to be a sort of Wite-Out for artists because it reliably covers up ink or paint mistakes! But, add a bit of water, stir, and you’ll find that Bleed Proof White becomes a fabulous white calligraphy ink.

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Simple Calligraphy Medallion Tutorial

January 21, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 85 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Calligraphy Medallions· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Flourishing· Tutorials

When practicing calligraphy, you really can’t get any cooler than a calligraphy medallion. I love calligraphy medallions because they’re wonderful for understanding how to make simple shapes. Furthermore, they really help you to understand how to bring components together in order to make something gorgeous. If you’re new to calligraphy medallions, try this simple tutorial.

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