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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...
Freebie: A Galentine's Card Printable
Just in time for Galentine’s, we made this minimal printable card for our besties! All you’ll need to do is to print this out on a color printer, on some...
Freebie: A Galentine's Card Printable
Just in time for Galentine’s, we made this minimal printable card for our besties! All you’ll need to do is to print this out on a color printer, on some...
Episode 4: How I turned my calligraphy hobby in...
I was on the hot seat on Episode 4 when I had to talk about how I turned my calligraphy hobby into a biz. This was part 2 of my...
Episode 4: How I turned my calligraphy hobby in...
I was on the hot seat on Episode 4 when I had to talk about how I turned my calligraphy hobby into a biz. This was part 2 of my...
On Kobe Bryant + Free Printable
Life is truly fleeting. Honestly I couldn't believe the news when it came out on Sunday. I truly thought it was a hoax. I have been composing my story about...
On Kobe Bryant + Free Printable
Life is truly fleeting. Honestly I couldn't believe the news when it came out on Sunday. I truly thought it was a hoax. I have been composing my story about...
Episode 3: Which Nib is Best for Me? 10-Nib Mar...
Hi everyone! I hope you all enjoyed my nib marathon video, you got to see me write and test out 10 different nibs, writing the same word in the same...
Episode 3: Which Nib is Best for Me? 10-Nib Mar...
Hi everyone! I hope you all enjoyed my nib marathon video, you got to see me write and test out 10 different nibs, writing the same word in the same...
Episode 2: Left Handed Calligrapher ft. Logos C...
Today you are in for a special treat, as we feature Younghae from Logos Calligraphy. She's an amazing left-handed Copperplate calligrapher, mom of 3 boys who also homeschools! We love...
Episode 2: Left Handed Calligrapher ft. Logos C...
Today you are in for a special treat, as we feature Younghae from Logos Calligraphy. She's an amazing left-handed Copperplate calligrapher, mom of 3 boys who also homeschools! We love...
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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