• How to Create Envelope Calligraphy

    How to Create Envelope Calligraphy

    A Google search for “how to create envelope calligraphy” turns up surprisingly empty (there even seem to be tumbleweeds blowing in the “DIY envelope calligraphy” search). Sure, there are results — but all of them seem to focus on who to hire to create calligraphy for you. If you’re planning a wedding, you know thatContinue…

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  • Giveaway: Handmade Thank You Cards

    Giveaway: Handmade Thank You Cards

    For those of you who caught my potato stamp blog, you are aware that yesterday I made an adorable potato stamp, which I then used to create a thank you card. And another thank you card. And another thank you card … until I had five. Then I thought, What’s a greeting card without envelopes?Continue…

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  • Sketchbook Pages: Inspiration and Ideas

    Sketchbook Pages: Inspiration and Ideas

    I have been creating sketchbook pages for years, and I wanted to share some of my techniques and inspiration with you as fuel for your sketchbook. If you are new to the sketchbooking world, a sketchbook is just any sort of blank book (ranging from spiral notecards to large books of high-grade paper) that aContinue…

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  • Valentine’s Day Printable Poster – Love Tree

    Valentine’s Day Printable Poster – Love Tree

    Sure, this printable Valentine’s Day poster is concrete evidence that I have fallen victim to — perhaps even support – this classic “Hallmark Holiday” … but … okay, I have no excuse. And if you’re here reading this blog post, maybe you’re a victim, too. The truth is, I like having the chance to celebrateContinue…

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  • How to Make Handmade Envelopes

    How to Make Handmade Envelopes

    Anyone can learn how to make handmade envelopes because it’s just cutting and gluing. Honestly. Easiest thing in the world. It’s perhaps a bit time-consuming, but if you’re going to put in the time to write a letter anyway, why not send it in style? Handmade envelopes add literal meaning to “the art of mail”.Continue…

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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!

If you are new to calligraphy, check out the Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy!

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The TPK Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit

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TPK’s starter kit includes all the supplies you need to ensure pointed pen success! Pair it with The Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course for the ultimate learning experience.