• A Belated About Me

    A Belated About Me

    I’ve been writing this blog for over a year now, and in the midst of a website remodel (it hasn’t happened yet, but I’ll guide you through the new user interface when it does), I realized that I haven’t actually introduced myself to you! Our new site will feature a page that should tell youContinue…

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  • 3D Guitar Painting Tutorial

    3D Guitar Painting Tutorial

    The inspiration for this 3D guitar painting come from a trip to the men’s restroom, of all places. You know how there is always a line for the women’s restroom, but the men’s restroom is more — well, in-and-out? One day at a coffee shop, I had had enough of the women’s restroom line, soContinue…

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  • Summer Projects

    Summer Projects

    {I’m still here! I promise!} When I visit new blogs, I always look at when the last post date was. Then I judge. I don’t mean to … it’s just that a current blog is like a clean house. You can tell someone cares, and you like being there because it feels fresh and orderly.Continue…

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  • Fun With Phoneography {Brought to You by Martine Ellis of iMake}

    Fun With Phoneography {Brought to You by Martine Ellis of iMake}

    It sounds cheesy, but one of the best aspects of blogging is getting to connect with incredibly talented and inspirational people. Martine of iMake is one of those such people. I am insanely jealous of her knitting skills, culinary know-how, and {let’s be honest here:} British accent. Enjoy Martine’s tips on documenting life in aContinue…

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  • How to Create a Watercolor Portrait

    How to Create a Watercolor Portrait

    With Mother’s Day coming up, it’s time to start thinking about creative and cost-effective gifts. I’ve got the cure for what ails yeh: watercolor portraits. Trust me, watercolor portraits are not hard to make and practically anyone can create them. You can laugh and tell me you’re not artistically inclined, but I promise if youContinue…

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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

Start Learning Calligraphy Today

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.