Brush pen calligraphy is an art form that’s striking and accessible, and with the right approach, anyone can master it. Today, I’m sharing TPK’s latest worksheet set, designed to help you train your hand, smooth out your strokes, and develop a calligraphy style that’s simultaneously elegant and playful.
Last November, brush pen calligraphy was a lifesaver when I personalized hundreds of copies of The Calligraphy Book. As I wrote, I was reminded just how quick and beautiful brush pen calligraphy can be. With just a fine-tipped brush pen and a few strokes, a name comes together effortlessly—no fuss, no elaborate setup. That’s what makes brush pen calligraphy so special: it allows you to create polished lettering in minimal time.
Brush pen calligraphy often has a reputation for being overly cutesy. While you can create bubbly lettering with a brush pen, it’s a tool that’s also capable of producing elegant calligraphy with both polish and personality. That’s why I designed the Buoyant Brush Pen Calligraphy Worksheet—I want to teach you how to make stunning, classy calligraphy using a simple brush pen. Today, I’ve got a video tutorial and a comprehensive worksheet set for you, my fabulous TPK Premium people.
Brush pens are flexible-tipped writing tools that mimic the look and feel of a traditional calligraphy brush but with the convenience of a pen. They allow for variable stroke width, meaning you can create thick and thin lines by adjusting the pressure you apply while writing or drawing.
There are two types of popular brush pens: fine-tipped brush pens and medium/large brush pens. Fine-tipped pens are great for small, detailed lettering and controlled strokes. Medium/large brush pens produce bolder strokes and are used for larger calligraphy styles. You should use a fine-tipped brush pen to fill out the Buoyant Brush Pen worksheet set. I recommend the Tombow Fudenosuke (affiliate link), but any fine-tipped pen—like a Pentel Sign brush pen, a Zebra Fude Sign brush pen, or a Kuretake Zig Fudegokochi—will work well, too.
You can use brush pen calligraphy for pretty much anything. Envelope calligraphy, quote artwork, greeting cards, signage for weddings/events, scrapbooking—whatever! Brush pens are extremely versatile, portable, and convenient.
The Buoyant Brush Pen Calligraphy Worksheet is a 31-page long worksheet set. It walks you through drills, a complete alphabet (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), and word practice. This worksheet set focuses on fluid, expressive brush pen calligraphy that’s elegant yet approachable. Each section is carefully structured to help you develop muscle memory, master smooth transitions between strokes, and create polished, effortless-looking lettering.
When learning a new calligraphy tool or style, extra practice makes a big difference. That’s why this worksheet bundle includes a separate 63-page PDF dedicated to intensive practice. This extra resource gives you plenty of space to refine your strokes, master tricky letters, and build confidence in your brush pen calligraphy.
While this worksheet provides structured practice, it also encourages you to experiment and have fun. With flourished brush pen calligraphy, there’s no single “right” way to write a word—there are a lot of different possibilities!
Whether you’re new to brush pen calligraphy or looking to refine your technique, this worksheet will help you build confidence and control. By the time you finish, you should feel more fluid and free in your lettering, ready to explore your own unique style!
Like anything, brush pen calligraphy isn’t difficult once you get the hang of it. So, I want to make absolutely certain you get the hang of it! In the video below, I’ll explain how to use a brush pen, then we’ll go through the worksheet set section by section. This is a must-watch if you’re new to brush pen calligraphy!
Brush pen calligraphy is as fun as it is functional, and I hope this worksheet set helps you fall in love with the process. As you work through the Buoyant Brush Pen Calligraphy Worksheet, embrace the process, experiment with flourishes, and let your creativity lead the way! And, of course, if you have any questions along the way, you know where to find me.
Enjoy the worksheet!
Warmly,
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