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#DesignYourDreamInvites Challenge
I’m so, so excited for this creative challenge I’m hosting this May 3-5, 2021. I know a lot of you have been following me for a while as an invite...
#DesignYourDreamInvites Challenge
I’m so, so excited for this creative challenge I’m hosting this May 3-5, 2021. I know a lot of you have been following me for a while as an invite...
CCC Student Spotlight: @lilbutterflycalligraphy
One of our CCC Students, Jessica from @lilbutterflycalligraphy was having so much fun in her calligraphy journey and documented her daily journey in learning calligraphy. In the Creative Calligraphy Course,...
CCC Student Spotlight: @lilbutterflycalligraphy
One of our CCC Students, Jessica from @lilbutterflycalligraphy was having so much fun in her calligraphy journey and documented her daily journey in learning calligraphy. In the Creative Calligraphy Course,...
Writing the Creative Calligraphy Made Easy Book
I still can’t believe sometimes that I actually have written a book! And a book about calligraphy, for that matter! I still remember when I first picked up Molly Suber-Thorpe’s...
Writing the Creative Calligraphy Made Easy Book
I still can’t believe sometimes that I actually have written a book! And a book about calligraphy, for that matter! I still remember when I first picked up Molly Suber-Thorpe’s...
3 Ways to Learn Calligraphy as a Beginner: Our ...
We know it can be so confusing when we have multiple courses and tons of calligraphy worksheets and practice pads to choose from, but here’s a course map to help...
3 Ways to Learn Calligraphy as a Beginner: Our ...
We know it can be so confusing when we have multiple courses and tons of calligraphy worksheets and practice pads to choose from, but here’s a course map to help...
Creative Calligraphy Course Supplies Checklist
The Creative Calligraphy Course is reopening again this July 2021, so mark your calendars! You'll be needing: A printer - laser would make it cheaper! HP 32lb Paper at least...
Creative Calligraphy Course Supplies Checklist
The Creative Calligraphy Course is reopening again this July 2021, so mark your calendars! You'll be needing: A printer - laser would make it cheaper! HP 32lb Paper at least...
Online Course Scholarship + Supplies Giveaway
We’re so excited to announce that we have collaborated with Tom’s Studio UK and Ferris Wheel Press to do a scholarship and supplies giveaway! Get a chance to win the...
Online Course Scholarship + Supplies Giveaway
We’re so excited to announce that we have collaborated with Tom’s Studio UK and Ferris Wheel Press to do a scholarship and supplies giveaway! Get a chance to win the...
Learn Calligraphy Online with Me
We are so excited to be launching our first online beginner calligraphy course this April 2020! The enrolment period is only going to be available for a short amount of...
Learn Calligraphy Online with Me
We are so excited to be launching our first online beginner calligraphy course this April 2020! The enrolment period is only going to be available for a short amount of...
How do I get started in calligraphy + Free Prac...
“Where do I start?” The moment I meet someone that is interested in calligraphy, this is the question I get. “Is it hard?” “Where do I begin?” “Where do you...
How do I get started in calligraphy + Free Prac...
“Where do I start?” The moment I meet someone that is interested in calligraphy, this is the question I get. “Is it hard?” “Where do I begin?” “Where do you...
Episode 7: Finding your ideal client with Jen H...
Last week we had this incredible opportunity to hang out with Jen Huang and talk all things life, business, her career and her story, and also surrounding the question, how...
Episode 7: Finding your ideal client with Jen H...
Last week we had this incredible opportunity to hang out with Jen Huang and talk all things life, business, her career and her story, and also surrounding the question, how...
My Top Tools for Calligraphy
When I first embarked on this journey to learn calligraphy, there were so many tools (and even more now!) So I know how easy it is to get bombarded by...
My Top Tools for Calligraphy
When I first embarked on this journey to learn calligraphy, there were so many tools (and even more now!) So I know how easy it is to get bombarded by...
Easy Stretches and Exercises for Calligraphers
We’re all guilty of not stretching and strengthening our neck, hand, shoulder muscles to help us write in calligraphy, including myself! So I asked Erika, my good friend and kinesiologist,...
Easy Stretches and Exercises for Calligraphers
We’re all guilty of not stretching and strengthening our neck, hand, shoulder muscles to help us write in calligraphy, including myself! So I asked Erika, my good friend and kinesiologist,...
Episode 5: Hand Engraving 101 with Roesseinart
It’s okay to say that you’re still learning. I’ve always been an advocate for pursuing flexibility and learning to grow with the flow! But I totally understand how unnerving it...
Episode 5: Hand Engraving 101 with Roesseinart
It’s okay to say that you’re still learning. I’ve always been an advocate for pursuing flexibility and learning to grow with the flow! But I totally understand how unnerving it...
Karla lim
@writtenwordcalligraphy
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.
New to calligraphy? Start with our Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy to learn the basics and begin writing with intention.
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