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Lucky Drills Design a Drill Contest
Update: Congratulations to the Lucky Drills Contest winner Kristen Molet! And thank you to everyone who participated! The new drill sheet is up for download.
Meet the Calligrapher: Allison McClanahan
If you’ve ever had a thing for snail mail, your heart will beat a little faster when you feast your eyes on Allison McClanahan’s special deliveries, hand-cancelled requests, and endearing messages to postal carriers. Join me as I visit with Allison in this calligrapher interview.
The Best Pointed Pen Nib for Beginner Calligraphy
After surveying 363 people in 35 countries and 38 states in the US, we have landed on a worldwide favorite nib to recommend for beginners–AND we’ve discovered why you shouldn’t use that nib.
Opinion Poll: The World’s Favorite Nib for Beginners
Vote for the World’s Favorite Nib and Enter to Win a Pointed Pen Nib Sampler, Handmade Oblique Nib Holder, Copperplate Worksheets, Ink, and More Goodies!
Meet the Calligrapher: Melissa Esplin
In this interview with Melissa Esplin, she talks all things calligraphy. You’ll hear how Melissa went from having a few calligraphy projects to teaching calligraphy online full-time. She talks about overcoming adversity, being a life-long learner, and when you should start building your own business.
The Basics of Using a Dip Pen for Pointed Pen Calligraphy, Part 2
If you’re new to pointed pen calligraphy, there are some insider secrets you may not realize you need to do in order to make that pen work. This article discusses in detail those things you need to do to get your ink flowing.
Meet the Calligrapher: Melissa Baker
Allow me to introduce to you Melissa Baker, an artist with a unique touch. Melissa is a top-notch calligrapher who specializes in envelopes and chalk art. We first met at the Birmingham Calligraphy Guild and became fast friends. Melissa is one of the sweetest people you will ever meet.
The Basics of Using a Dip Pen for Pointed Pen Calligraphy, Part 1
Pointed pen calligraphy can tend to feel a little overwhelming. This article will de-mystify the uncertainty so you can learn how to get started.
Meet the Calligrapher: Mindy Christiansen
I want you to meet my friend Mindy Christiansen, of @thewritingcardigan. Mindy and I have connected on Instagram over our shared interests of calligraphy, knitting, family, and scripture. One thing Mindy has encouraged me in is slow living. I think you will see some of this in her interview, and you will certainly find it on her Instagram account.
When I interviewed Mindy, she was very open about her love of creativity, her need to slow down, and her faith. Here is what she shared:
How to Make a Gift Tag with Calligraphic Ornaments
One of my favorite ways to make a gift more special is to attach a handmade gift tag with a beautiful ribbon or cord. In this tutorial I’m going to show you how to make a unique gift tag using the calligraphy skill of offhand flourishing. Of course you can use a regular mono-line pen if you are not a calligrapher, and this will still be a beautiful tag.