When you make a sympathy card, it’s important to get the imagery and the message just right. In my opinion, the artwork shouldn’t be too somber nor too colorful, and the messaging should be uplifting but not preachy. I think that this DIY sympathy card manages that balance beautifully.
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This tutorial combines a little bit of watercolor, a smidge of illustration, and a pinch of calligraphy to make a spectacular, retro-esque thank you card. (Be sure to read to the bottom for a special weekend bundle!)
Nico Ng has returned to TPK with another fabulous tutorial! Today, he’ll walk us through how to use paint markers and lettering know-how to make a classy handmade Father’s Day card. (The timing is impeccable because I’ve just received a fresh shipment of Nico’s popular Lettering Composition Ruler Bundles!)
This DIY guitar birthday card features the perfect motif for the music lover in your life! I’ll walk you through how to make it with the help of a free printable, a short video tutorial, and optional written instructions.
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Confetti colors and bubbles reminiscent of soda or champagne make this DIY watercolor birthday card perfect for any birthday! This article includes detailed instructions (plus a video tutorial) to teach you how to make this festive card.
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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