Lettering

Introduction

I've loved lettering since I was little - what started as a way to add some pizazz in a picture or notes evolved into a craft that I love honing as an adult.  As the world of pens and markers gets bigger and easier to access, I get to experiment with a whole lot of new stuff. (AKA anything from Japan, amirite?) So here's where I compile my lettering-related madness, including experiments, how tos, demos, and more!

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Recent Posts

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  • the new Kelly Creates small brush pens are now at michael's! Here's my review
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  • Free Downloadable: You are the one
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  • Sharing just a few tips for how you move from drawing letters to connecting them!
    Brush Calligraphy 101: Connecting Letters
    I ran into a friend who is practicing brush calligraphy, and although her individual letters were turning out beautifully, connecting them seemed to be a very different challenge.  I've taught a few brush calligraphy classes and this is definitely a transition point for learners as we add the pieces together to create words - so today, I'm sharing two huge tips on how I learned to practice connecting my calligraphy letters.
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    Love knowing what new pens are out there? Looking for a possible birthday or holiday gift for a budding brush calligraphy fan? You may have seen the new Crayola Brush & Detail markers on the shelves and wonder how they are before you spend the money - today I share my review of these new brush pens, how they write, pros and cons, and whether I recommend them!

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