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The Brause Rose nib might be beautiful, but it’s not for the faint of heart! Today, we’ll examine what sets it apart from other nibs and how to overcome its quirks.
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This year’s TPK Mother’s Day card is beautiful, meaningful, and easier to make than it looks. With watercolor video tutorials and thoughtful writing prompts to guide you, this project offers a sweet way to slow down and create something that will mean the world to a special mom.
This tutorial is all about making a joyfully over-the-top envelope, complete with white ink, gold flourishes, and lots of calligraphic play. There’s a full video if you want to see the process in action—or you can skip straight to the written steps.
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Last Friday, I hosted something I’ve never done before: a live Zoom coffee date with TPK Premium members!
I have a challenge for you: the next time you’re tempted to send a quick text to say “thank you” or “just thinking of you,” try something different—send a postcard instead.
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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