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The Nikko G Nib: The Best Beginner Calligraphy Nib

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Calligraphy· Merchandise· Nibs· Review· Video

New Nikko G Nibs
Every Nikko G nib has a large “G” and the words “NIKKO MADE IN JAPAN” engraved on its shank. In my opinion, it’s the best beginner calligraphy nib.

I always recommend the Nikko G nib (say: “neek-oh”) as the best beginner calligraphy nib. It’s in the supply list section of all TPK Learn Calligraphy worksheets as well as the Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course. Using the Nikko G nib can save you a lot of frustration, which will encourage you to keep practicing your calligraphy! In this post, we’ll discuss why this special nib is good for beginners, where you can find it, and how to use it to its full potential.
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About the Oblique Calligraphy Pen

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Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Oblique Pen Holders· Video

About the Oblique Calligraphy Pen
The right oblique calligraphy pen is mostly helpful for right-handed calligraphers of all skill levels. (Left-handed people may or may not benefit from an oblique pen.)

When I first developed an interest in calligraphy, I looked at a lot of calligraphy photos online. Those photos featured a recurring theme: a strange-looking pen with a “thing” sticking out of its side. After some Googling, I found out that the “thing” is called a “flange”, and the pen is called an “oblique calligraphy pen”.
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All About the Brause Rose Nib

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All About the Brause Rose Nib

The Brause Rose nib is absolutely the “fairest of them all” with its embossed rose and beautiful contours. However, its intense flex presents a formidable challenge! If you’ve been practicing calligraphy for at least a few weeks and you feel up for a change, I encourage you to give the Brause Rose a go. This article details a few tips for using it, as well as a realistic idea of what to expect.
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How to Protect + Waterproof Envelopes (and Artwork in General)

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How to Waterproof Paper | The Postman's Knock

I receive a lot of questions about how to protect/waterproof envelopes (and the calligraphy written on them), so I decided to address that topic in this tutorial. Today, you’ll learn how to use MicroGlaze to protect your envelopes and paper. We’ll also explore whether a spray fixative is a better fit for your project, or if you can go without using any sort of protectant.
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