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Virtual Calligraphy Shop Tour
It has been my dream for the longest time to open up my very own storefront for stationery, with some calligraphy supplies. However, being a mom, wife, boss... I don't think...
Virtual Calligraphy Shop Tour
It has been my dream for the longest time to open up my very own storefront for stationery, with some calligraphy supplies. However, being a mom, wife, boss... I don't think...
Calligraphy Monogram Wax Seal Stamp
Ever wondered what our calligraphy monograms looked like? Well, in this video I give you a closer look at what these wax seals are all about! I've created all these...
Calligraphy Monogram Wax Seal Stamp
Ever wondered what our calligraphy monograms looked like? Well, in this video I give you a closer look at what these wax seals are all about! I've created all these...
3 Tips on How to Talk to your Invitation Client
With the launch of my Calligraphy Business Kickstarter Course, I thought it would be fun to start a new series on YouTube where I share my tips and tricks, personal insight,...
3 Tips on How to Talk to your Invitation Client
With the launch of my Calligraphy Business Kickstarter Course, I thought it would be fun to start a new series on YouTube where I share my tips and tricks, personal insight,...
Am I Ready to Start my Own Calligraphy Business?
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is, "Am I ready to start my own calligraphy business?" I have asked this question myself so many times! Would you...
Am I Ready to Start my Own Calligraphy Business?
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is, "Am I ready to start my own calligraphy business?" I have asked this question myself so many times! Would you...
3 Tips for Starting Your Calligraphy Business I...
Have you been thinking of starting your calligraphy business? Perhaps you already have and you're wondering how to further market yourself and your work. Well, I've got the best tip...
3 Tips for Starting Your Calligraphy Business I...
Have you been thinking of starting your calligraphy business? Perhaps you already have and you're wondering how to further market yourself and your work. Well, I've got the best tip...
5 Ways to Price Yourself as a Calligrapher
Are you starting out in your calligraphy business? Have you started promoting and selling your work, but are not sure how to begin pricing yourself? Then you'll want to watch...
5 Ways to Price Yourself as a Calligrapher
Are you starting out in your calligraphy business? Have you started promoting and selling your work, but are not sure how to begin pricing yourself? Then you'll want to watch...
Calligraphy Business: Should you Go Full-Time o...
As part of my Calligraphy Business Series, I'm going to be answering a question I get all the time: Karla, did you start your calligraphy business as a full-time gig, or a...
Calligraphy Business: Should you Go Full-Time o...
As part of my Calligraphy Business Series, I'm going to be answering a question I get all the time: Karla, did you start your calligraphy business as a full-time gig, or a...
VLOG: A Day in a Life of a Calligraphy Business...
Alright friends, it's been a minute since I last shared what a day in a life looks like for me! This vlog gives you a glimpse of my life as a...
VLOG: A Day in a Life of a Calligraphy Business...
Alright friends, it's been a minute since I last shared what a day in a life looks like for me! This vlog gives you a glimpse of my life as a...
My Top Tools Creating Videos on Instagram
Earlier this week, I went live on Instagram to showcase all the different tools I use to create the videos you would see on my Instagram and Tiktok! Taking videos for all these different social...
My Top Tools Creating Videos on Instagram
Earlier this week, I went live on Instagram to showcase all the different tools I use to create the videos you would see on my Instagram and Tiktok! Taking videos for all these different social...
Summer Creative Workshop Recap
As you may have heard, this month I was a part of the Summer Creative Workshop Retreat and let me tell you, it was so much fun! My workshop was on Flatlay...
Summer Creative Workshop Recap
As you may have heard, this month I was a part of the Summer Creative Workshop Retreat and let me tell you, it was so much fun! My workshop was on Flatlay...
Which Calligraphy Bundle is Best for Me?
Did you know that I sell a lot of my supplies in bundles? I have created 4 different bundles based on what you need! Here are four different types: Practice...
Which Calligraphy Bundle is Best for Me?
Did you know that I sell a lot of my supplies in bundles? I have created 4 different bundles based on what you need! Here are four different types: Practice...
Modern Calligraphy Pen and How to Adjust it
One of my favourite items I’ve had the pleasure of creating is our dual-purpose Modern Calligraphy Pen - which is convertible to a straight pen or an oblique pen. Here...
Modern Calligraphy Pen and How to Adjust it
One of my favourite items I’ve had the pleasure of creating is our dual-purpose Modern Calligraphy Pen - which is convertible to a straight pen or an oblique pen. Here...
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Hi, I’m Karla, welcome to Written Word.
This blog is where I share all things modern calligraphy, from practical how-tos to thoughtful reflections on creativity and practice. My hope is to help you learn calligraphy in a way that feels encouraging, unhurried, and sustainable.
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