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Finally Here!: The TPK Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit

July 25, 2019 by Lindsey Bugbee 28 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Merchandise

I have wanted to design and compile my own modern calligraphy starter kit for years. Finally, I decided I’ve seen enough of low-quality supplies or barebones kits that give you tools to create calligraphy but minimal information! I resolved to create a kit that would truly teach calligraphy, like a mini-calligraphy workshop in a box. Today, I’m proud to announce that The TPK Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit is available and ready to ship to your door — for free (if you’re located in the US)!
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Why, When, and How to Dilute Ink

July 24, 2018 by Lindsey Bugbee 74 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Inks

If you’re new to calligraphy, it’s easy to feel terrified at the prospect of modifying your supplies. Ideally, they should arrive ready to use — no need to change anything! In practice, that sometimes isn’t the case. In today’s blog post, you’ll learn why, when, and how to dilute ink to make it more user-friendly!
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My Five Favorite Calligraphy Inks

July 25, 2017 by Lindsey Bugbee 21 Comments
Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Inks

Before I start this post, a disclaimer: there are so many calligraphy inks available, and I’ve used a tiny percentage of them! Still, I encourage you to try the calligraphy inks on this list, plus any other inks that appeal to you. The only way you can find favorites is through experimentation in growing your collection — and you can never have too much ink!
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Seven Tips for Writing White Calligraphy

December 30, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 33 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Inks· Tutorials

White calligraphy is enchanting, unique, and an attainable skill to add to your lettering repetoire. We’re used to seeing light papers with dark inks, but dark papers with light inks are a rarity! If you’ve never tried using white calligraphy ink, I encourage you to give it a shot. The capability to make white lettering is one of the major perks of being able to use a dip pen! In this post, I’ll provide seven tips to help you get started.
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Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison Part II: Bombay, Speedball, and Winsor & Newton

March 4, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 37 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Inks

In Part I of the Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison series, you were introduced to Ziller, Sumi, and Higgins inks. Today, we’re going to examine three more inks to conclude the comparison: Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Ink, Speedball India Ink, and Winsor & Newton Black Calligraphy Ink. All of these inks are excellent choices if you wish to create black calligraphy; however, it’s a good idea to get to know them a little bit better before you make a buying decision.
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