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32 | Calligraphy Materials 101: 10 Basics Before Grabbing Your Tools (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series)

Author
Joanna Kettle | Calligraphy and Cursive Coach | Wild Plains Calligraphy
Published
Mon 10 Feb 2025
Episode Link
https://wildplainscalilgraphy.podbean.com/e/32-calligraphy-materials-101-10-basics-before-grabbing-your-tools/

Hey Callie (Beautiful!),


Are you excited about getting you tools for Calligraphy ? Are you looking forward to getting fun and juicy pens? In this episode a share *10 things to consider before going out and buying to avoid the common mistakes. Those 10 basics are:



  • Make sure you did Step 1 and 2

  • Calligraphy tools are not expensive. 

  • Have the correct paper weight

  • Choose the pen based on the style or script of Calligraphy

  • Pen tip styles, chisel, pointed, small, medium and large

  • Start with a notebook for practice

  •  Using a dip pen you’ll need more supplies

  •  Use a blotter

  • Have a ring binder or paper accordian to save your work

  • Date your best work


Listen to the episode to learn the why and get a smart start to your Calligraphy journey.


Your Calligrafriend,


Joanna


* I accidently order the 10 basics incorrectly in the episode. Oops! They are all there


P.S. I will have my own material list coming later this month. Thank for your patience! 🙏


 


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