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Free Embellished Calligraphy Quote Worksheet

January 14, 2021 by Lindsey Bugbee 25 Comments
Dip Pen Calligraphy· Free Printables· Printable Goodies· Worksheets

We may be halfway done with January of 2021, but the year is still new! With that in mind, I chose to focus on a blank slate theme for this calligraphy quote worksheet. It centers around wisdom from T.S. Eliot: “Every moment is a fresh beginning.” The calligraphy features two aspects of modern lettering that can be a little terrifying for beginners (flourishing and bouncy letters), so filling it out will give you valuable practice!

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FREE “Bulletproof” New Year Goals Worksheet

January 1, 2021 by Lindsey Bugbee 2 Comments
Free Printables· Inspiration· Printable Goodies

Coming up with goals never fails to make me feel giddy. The act of writing down an intention and coming up with a plan to make it a reality is so empowering! I make New Year goals every year, and I almost always achieve my goals due to careful planning and consideration. For this year, I decided to make a free worksheet to help you brainstorm effective goals and ways to reach them.

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All of TPK’s Christmas Calligraphy Tutorials + Printables

December 1, 2020 by Lindsey Bugbee 564 Comments
Christmas· Greeting Card Tutorials· Holiday· Printable Goodies· Tutorials· Watercolor

The holiday season gives calligraphers a time to shine! You can use your dip pen (and the occasional paintbrush) to create wondrous things that will light up any recipient’s mailbox. Today, I’ve rounded up all of TPK’s Christmas calligraphy and art tutorials to compile an inspirational list.
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FREE + Fresh Printable Calligraphy Drills

November 17, 2020 by Lindsey Bugbee 52 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Calligraphy Drills· Free Printables· Intermediate Calligraphy· Printable Goodies

For this article, I decided to whip up some new printable calligraphy drills! These drills are suitable for every skill level and have a mix of everything. You’ll start with simple stroke practice in the first couple of exercises, move on to loops, then work on your flourishing! The free two page worksheet is great for anyone who wants to work on their dip pen skills or simply warm up before working on a project.
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Coffee Stained Autumn Greeting Card Tutorial

October 1, 2020 by Lindsey Bugbee 252 Comments
Greeting Card Tutorials· Printable Goodies

This autumn greeting card celebrates the two best parts of the season: multicolored leaves and warm drinks! Today, I’ll show you how to use coffee to stain a Japanese maple leaf illustration. Then, we’ll use metallic watercolors to add some interest and shine.

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Calligraphy Ampersand Art Tutorial

April 16, 2020 by Lindsey Bugbee 69 Comments
Calligraphy· Gifts· Inspiration· Printable Goodies· Tutorials· Wall Art

Whenever I think of calligraphy projects, my mind immediately goes to this calligraphy ampersand art. Making it is an act of love and a serious mood booster! As you write down the memories that you and a loved one have shared, it’s hard not to blissfully lose yourself in the project. You can make this ampersand art in your sketchbook, frame it for display in your home, or give it as a gift! (I’ve done all three … seriously, I love making these, and I know that you will, too.)
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