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Creative Calligraphy Course Supply List

Creative Calligraphy Course Supply List

We're so excited that you're taking our beginner calligraphy program, Creative Calligraphy Course. The course doesn't include supplies, but here's what recommend to order for the course:ย  Here's what you...

Creative Calligraphy Course Supply List

We're so excited that you're taking our beginner calligraphy program, Creative Calligraphy Course. The course doesn't include supplies, but here's what recommend to order for the course:ย  Here's what you...

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Troubleshooting our Muted Inks

Troubleshooting our Muted Inks

Just received our brand new muted ink collection sets? Just like with any new inks there may be some questions floating around your mind about how to best use these...

Troubleshooting our Muted Inks

Just received our brand new muted ink collection sets? Just like with any new inks there may be some questions floating around your mind about how to best use these...

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Introducing our Muted Ink Collection Line

Introducing our Muted Ink Collection Line

Finally, they are here! We partnered with Dr. Ph. Martin's, creator of some of our favorite inks to create this beautiful, unique line of calligraphy inks that are muted, understated,...

Introducing our Muted Ink Collection Line

Finally, they are here! We partnered with Dr. Ph. Martin's, creator of some of our favorite inks to create this beautiful, unique line of calligraphy inks that are muted, understated,...

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Year of the Tiger Chinoiserie Inspired Invites

Year of the Tiger Chinoiserie Inspired Invites

This suite was featured on Over the Moon.ย  Happy Lunar New Year! ๐Ÿงง And welcome to the Year of the Tiger. ๐Ÿ… To help ring in the festivities, an all-female...

Year of the Tiger Chinoiserie Inspired Invites

This suite was featured on Over the Moon.ย  Happy Lunar New Year! ๐Ÿงง And welcome to the Year of the Tiger. ๐Ÿ… To help ring in the festivities, an all-female...

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How to Make Wax Seals using a Wax Seal Stove

How to Make Wax Seals using a Wax Seal Stove

We're so excited to be launching our new wax seal stove, wax beads and calligraphy wax seal this July 11, 2022. Here's a video spotlighting our new products and how...

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How to Make Wax Seals using a Wax Seal Stove

We're so excited to be launching our new wax seal stove, wax beads and calligraphy wax seal this July 11, 2022. Here's a video spotlighting our new products and how...

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Join the Waitlist for the Wax Seal Stove, Wax Beads and New Wax Seal!

Join the Waitlist for the Wax Seal Stove, Wax B...

We're so excited to be featuring some new products in the shop this July 11, 2022! Make sure you jump on the waitlist so that you'll be notified the moment...

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Join the Waitlist for the Wax Seal Stove, Wax B...

We're so excited to be featuring some new products in the shop this July 11, 2022! Make sure you jump on the waitlist so that you'll be notified the moment...

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I'm teaching calligraphy at Workshop Week 2022

I'm teaching calligraphy at Workshop Week 2022

You heard that right! I'm teaching at the widely-popular, super fun, and best of all FREE Workshop Week 2022 with 40 other instructors! I'm going to be teaching an overview...

I'm teaching calligraphy at Workshop Week 2022

You heard that right! I'm teaching at the widely-popular, super fun, and best of all FREE Workshop Week 2022 with 40 other instructors! I'm going to be teaching an overview...

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We're moving warehouses! Last day of shipping is May 27, 2022

We're moving warehouses! Last day of shipping i...

We'reย Movingย to a NEW HQ! It feels just like yesterday that weย movedย into this warehouse/office space and now we'reย movingย again because we've outgrown this one! We're beyond excited for thisย moveย to a new HQ...

We're moving warehouses! Last day of shipping i...

We'reย Movingย to a NEW HQ! It feels just like yesterday that weย movedย into this warehouse/office space and now we'reย movingย again because we've outgrown this one! We're beyond excited for thisย moveย to a new HQ...

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New Products: Wax Seals and Sealing Wax

New Products: Wax Seals and Sealing Wax

JUST DROPPED! Our new collection of wax seals, sealing wax and accessories have JUST arrived in the shop. We couldn't be more excited! Thank you so much for your patience...

New Products: Wax Seals and Sealing Wax

JUST DROPPED! Our new collection of wax seals, sealing wax and accessories have JUST arrived in the shop. We couldn't be more excited! Thank you so much for your patience...

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New Calligraphy Tattoo Designs

New Calligraphy Tattoo Designs

Always wanted to have a tattoo but not sure what it would be like? These semi-permanent tattoos will be perfect for you. Here is a video to show how easy...

New Calligraphy Tattoo Designs

Always wanted to have a tattoo but not sure what it would be like? These semi-permanent tattoos will be perfect for you. Here is a video to show how easy...

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2022 Mother's Day Collab

2022 Mother's Day Collab

We're so excited to announce our Mother's Day Collaboration this year! We have curated this Mother's Day Gift Box with Naetal Skincare and For the Seconds Jewelry. We only have...

2022 Mother's Day Collab

We're so excited to announce our Mother's Day Collaboration this year! We have curated this Mother's Day Gift Box with Naetal Skincare and For the Seconds Jewelry. We only have...

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Our Beginner Course is Reopening

Our Beginner Course is Reopening

Next week, our spring enrollment for the Creative Calligraphy Course (CCC) reopens. When you are part of the waitlist, you do get a little bonus code from me, so if...

Our Beginner Course is Reopening

Next week, our spring enrollment for the Creative Calligraphy Course (CCC) reopens. When you are part of the waitlist, you do get a little bonus code from me, so if...

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Karla practicing pointed pen calligraphy in a bright studio with ink, nibs, and calligraphy workbook.

Karla lim

@writtenwordcalligraphy

Hi, Iโ€™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.

New to calligraphy? Start with our Beginnerโ€™s Guide to Modern Calligraphy to learn the basics and begin writing with intention.

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Karla practicing modern calligraphy with a pointed pen and workbook featuring lowercase letter formation drills.

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