As you may already know, I love many kinds of calligraphy and lettering. Brush calligraphy, modern pointed pen calligraphy, copperplate, italic calligraphy – I absolutely love them. The photos below show several of the styles of calligraphy I like to do. These were each done early in my journey with each style.
Even though italic calligraphy doesn’t seem as popular as brush lettering and modern calligraphy these days, the italic hand is fun and beautiful, easy to read, and has an old world feel. (Just search #italic or #italiccalligraphy on Instagram, and you’ll see what I mean!) This post will introduce you to italic calligraphy for beginners….
Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite tools for lettering, calligraphy, and many other crafts and projects – the light box (“light pad” or “light tablet.”) If you’ve ever wondered how to use a light box, read on. The post contains affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission if you purchase through them,…
There is something calming and beautiful about writing with fountain pens. I’ve loved writing with them since I was 12 or so, but I seemed to forget them for a while. Writing a letter, or in a journal, or even a grocery list with a fountain pen, makes writing a little more fun. (And I’m…
Have you ever wondered how to store your brush pens? To say I have a lot of brush markers and brush pens in general would be an understatement. Along with some fountain pens, calligraphy nibs and holders, gel pens, etc. etc. I love them! They allow me to create fun things! Please Pin for Later!…
As some of you know, I’ve actually been using some of the beautiful journaling, stationery, and art supplies that I’ve hoarded collected. One of these beautiful items is my glass pen (glass dip pen.) Have you seen these, and have you wondered how to use a glass pen? This post contains affiliate links, which means if…
Hand lettering and calligraphy have always been passions of mine, and when I get into something I really, really get into it! (Do you hyper-focus like that?) Brush calligraphy is my current passion. If you would love to get started with calligraphy using a brush pen, read on for some of my favorite brush pens…
This post contains affiliate links, which means I will earn a small commission, if you purchase through them. Thank you! Recently, I’ve learned Crayola markers can be used for brush lettering. Would you believe, you can achieve lovely modern calligraphy with just some markers you may already have? It works! I’m so excited to have…