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  • Modern Envelope Calligraphy Inspiration

    by

    Lindsey Bugbee

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    Today’s post is a feast for the eyes! In it, you’ll find a highly pinnable collection of envelope calligraphy photos. I hope that you find inspiration here for your next project, be it personal correspondence or a batch of wedding envelopes!

    Janet Style Envelope Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock

    With spring and summer weddings coming up, I decided to post a collection of modern envelope calligraphy inspiration! Note that I haven’t included any mail art in this list — just pure, lovely calligraphy. My hope is that these will inspire you for your next project, whether it’s a personal letter or a paid job!

    Formal Envelopes

    All of the envelopes shown below were created using Janet Style calligraphy. I love using a Brause EF66 nib and a Rodger’s Pen Box oblique pen to write in formal styles. I’ve linked to the envelope + ink source under each photo!

    Vintage Beauty

    Janet Style Calligraphy Envelopes | The Postman's Knock
    Envelopes: “Paper Bag” by Paper Source | Ink: Iron gall

    Understated Grace

    12 Artistic Envelope Ideas | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Slate” by Paper Source | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Ostentatious Yet Irresistible

    White Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Dahlia” from Paper Source | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Playful Purple

    Janet Style Calligraphy Envelope | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Beet” from Paper Source | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Several Shades of Blue

    Janet Style Envelopes | The Postman's Knock
    Envelopes: Crane’s Lettra | Ink: Turquoise Bombay Ink

    Red and Regal

    White Calligraphed Janet Style Envelope | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Red” by Paper Source | Ink: Pen White

    Bohemian Envelopes

    The envelopes shown below were created with Kaitlin Style calligraphy. Unless otherwise noted, I calligraphed these with a Brause EF66 nib and a Rodger’s Pen Box oblique pen. Again, I’ve linked to the envelope + ink source under each photo!

    Casual and Artistic

    Kaitlin Style Wedding Invitation Suite | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Gravel” by Paper Source | Nib: Nikko G | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Locomotion of Letters

    Kaitlin Style Calligraphy Envelope | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Chocolate” by Envelopes.com | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Sweet and Serene

    Handwritten Wedding Invitations | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Paper Bag” by Paper Source | Nib: Nikko G | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    In the Spotlight

    Kaitlin Style Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Chocolate” by Envelopes.com | Ink: Bleed Proof White (Dots were made with Arabic Gold)

    Simple and Blue

    Kaitlin Style Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Bright White” by Royal Sundance | Nib: Nikko G| Ink: Turquoise Bombay Ink

    Nice and Clean

    Kaitlin Style Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock
    Envelope: “Chocolate” by Envelopes.com | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Neat + Orderly Envelopes

    These envelopes are all neat and orderly, making them perfect for events! Their styles vary, so look to the caption to see which lettering or calligraphy styles I used to make them. Unless otherwise noted, all of these envelopes were created using a Brause EF66 nib and a straight or an oblique pen!

    Red and White

    Amy Style Calligraphy Envelope | The Postman's Knock
    Calligraphy Style: Amy | Envelope: “Red” by Paper Source | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    Beautiful Brown

    Amy Style Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock
    Calligraphy Style: Amy | Envelope: “Curry” by Paper Source | Nib: Nikko G | Ink: Brown Gouache

    Glittery Gold

    Envelope with Gold Lettering | The Postman's Knock
    Lettering Style: George | Calligraphy Style: Janet | Envelope: “Black” by Paper Source | Ink: Arabic Gold

    Laurels and Curls

    Beth Style Envelope | The Postman's Knock
    Calligraphy Style: Beth | Envelope: “Sage” by Paper Source | Nib: Nikko G | Ink: Iron Gall

    Character Contrast

    Introducing the All New Beth Style Calligraphy Worksheet | The Postman's Knock
    Calligraphy Style: Beth | Lettering Style: Sans Serif | Envelope: “Bright White” by Royal Sundance | Nib: Nikko G | Ink: Sumi

    Turquoise Delight

    Watercolor Melt Lettering Tutorial | The Postman's Knock
    Calligraphy Style: Amy | Envelope: “Peacock” by Paper Source | Ink: Bleed Proof White

    I hope that you enjoyed browsing through these photos! Some have appeared on the blog before, while others are making their debut today. If you have any questions about any of these envelopes, feel free to ask! I promise that you’re capable of making envelopes that are just as eye-catching and cool. 🙂

    Thanks so much for reading TPK, and enjoy the rest of your day!

    Warmly,

    Lindsey's Signature | The Postman's Knock

    Note that this post includes affiliate links to Paper Source and Paper & Ink Arts.