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Black Calligraphy Inks Comparison Part I: Ziller, Sumi, and Higgins

March 1, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 71 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Inks

In previous posts we’ve discussed earthy calligraphy inks, sparkly calligraphy inks, and white calligraphy inks. It’s only appropriate, then, that in today’s article we take a look at three well-known black calligraphy inks! You’ve probably heard of at least one of these inks … and if you haven’t, you may just find a new favorite. I’d recommend waiting to buy any new black inks, though, until after this black ink post series concludes on Friday! That way, you’ll have all the information you need to make a smart buying decision. In the meantime, let’s kick off this ink examination by taking a look at Higgins!
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White Calligraphy Ink Showdown Part II: Bleed Proof White + Winsor & Newton

February 23, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 52 Comments
Calligraphy· Inks

Today’s blog post will wrap up the two-part series on white calligraphy ink with a look at Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bleed Proof White ink and Winsor & Newton White calligraphy ink. Both of these inks are excellent choices for creating eye-catching white lettering! As with the inks that were discussed in Part I of this series, however, these two inks have some properties that you should be aware of before deciding which ink will suit you best.
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White Calligraphy Ink Showdown: Sumi, Ziller, & Pen White

February 19, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 78 Comments
Calligraphy· Inks

If you can write with a dip pen — and if you can’t right now, trust me, you can learn! — then white calligraphy ink is one of the coolest supplies you can own. All of a sudden, this new world will open up for you: you will be able to write on virtually any color of paper that catches your fancy!
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Calligraphy Ink Recommendations: Sparkling Delights (Part II)

February 12, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 40 Comments
Calligraphy· Inks· Tutorials

Today’s blog post will benefit you if you’re looking for a no-fuss sparkling calligraphy ink (Dr. Ph. Martin’s Iridescent) or a widely available, stunning “ink” (Pearl Ex powdered pigments)! You’ll become more acquainted with both inks — pros and cons — in this post. If you missed Part I of this series, you can read it here in order to develop a clear idea of which metallic ink is right for you!
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Calligraphy Ink Recommendations: Sparkling Delights (Part I)

February 9, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 56 Comments
Calligraphy· Inks· Tutorials

In the last TPK blog post, you were introduced to three kinds of earthy-hued calligraphy inks. Today, you’re going to meet the glitzy cousins of those inks! The sparkling inks detailed in this post are perfect for when you want to make something glamorous and unique, something that makes observers do a double-take. You’ll learn the nuances behind various metallic calligraphy mediums, and you can use the information presented today and in the next TPK blog post to decide which sparkling ink (or inks) are right for you!
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