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Holding Space for the Lapu-Lapu festival traged...
Hi friend! This past weekend, we had an incredible time at the Spring Collective Pop-up. We were so grateful to meet many of you in person — and it reminded...
Holding Space for the Lapu-Lapu festival traged...
Hi friend! This past weekend, we had an incredible time at the Spring Collective Pop-up. We were so grateful to meet many of you in person — and it reminded...
Cherry Blossom Dreams in Wax Form 🌸
Hi friend, Our blush wax sticks have been out of stock for a while (since December!) and it’s because our manufacturer made the wrong shade of blush… But we still...
Cherry Blossom Dreams in Wax Form 🌸
Hi friend, Our blush wax sticks have been out of stock for a while (since December!) and it’s because our manufacturer made the wrong shade of blush… But we still...
Say hello to our new Brush Lettering Kit + Onli...
Hi friend! The other day, when I was making the content for this starter kit, someone commented that wow, Karla - that’s a lot of color for you! That’s right...
Say hello to our new Brush Lettering Kit + Onli...
Hi friend! The other day, when I was making the content for this starter kit, someone commented that wow, Karla - that’s a lot of color for you! That’s right...
RE: Tariffs 🫠
Hi friend, Yesterday, we posted an update on our IG about the recent tariff changes and how they are impacting our biz. We're so grateful to receive all the love and support...
RE: Tariffs 🫠
Hi friend, Yesterday, we posted an update on our IG about the recent tariff changes and how they are impacting our biz. We're so grateful to receive all the love and support...
A work in progress: from Day 1 to 90 ✨
Hi friend! One of the most rewarding parts of what I do is seeing the transformation that happens when someone commits to learning calligraphy—not just in their letterforms, but in their...
A work in progress: from Day 1 to 90 ✨
Hi friend! One of the most rewarding parts of what I do is seeing the transformation that happens when someone commits to learning calligraphy—not just in their letterforms, but in their...
I’m teaching again — and you’re invited! ✨
Hi friend, It's finally happening, I'm teaching my first in-person calligraphy workshop in year, and I couldn't be more excited (and a little emotional!) about it. This spring, we're popping...
I’m teaching again — and you’re invited! ✨
Hi friend, It's finally happening, I'm teaching my first in-person calligraphy workshop in year, and I couldn't be more excited (and a little emotional!) about it. This spring, we're popping...
Back from Japan — and finally sharing the magic 🌸
Hi friend, It’s been a week since I came back from Japan and in the midst of dealing with jetlag, unpacking, moving, and trying to get back into the routine,...
Back from Japan — and finally sharing the magic 🌸
Hi friend, It’s been a week since I came back from Japan and in the midst of dealing with jetlag, unpacking, moving, and trying to get back into the routine,...
Our travel kit, designed by you ✨
Hi friend! Just like with any product I create, I often ask you guys what you want to see from our shop. Kristin from @it.is.an.art and Lauren from @bezelletter shared with me some wonderful ideas that...
Our travel kit, designed by you ✨
Hi friend! Just like with any product I create, I often ask you guys what you want to see from our shop. Kristin from @it.is.an.art and Lauren from @bezelletter shared with me some wonderful ideas that...
Spring Collective Pop-up - Workshops are now op...
It’s finally happening—I’m teaching my first in-person calligraphy workshop in years, and I couldn’t be more excited (and a little emotional!) about it. This spring, we’re popping up at the...
Spring Collective Pop-up - Workshops are now op...
It’s finally happening—I’m teaching my first in-person calligraphy workshop in years, and I couldn’t be more excited (and a little emotional!) about it. This spring, we’re popping up at the...
Tokyo Calligraphy Business Workshop Recap
Whew! What a March! So many things were happening from navigating tariffs, moving, preparing for workshops, travelling, actually having the workshop - and coming back and unpacking while taking care...
Tokyo Calligraphy Business Workshop Recap
Whew! What a March! So many things were happening from navigating tariffs, moving, preparing for workshops, travelling, actually having the workshop - and coming back and unpacking while taking care...
Save the Date! Calligraphy Workshop & Pop-Up in...
Hi friend, Exciting news! I have two special things to share with you today, a chance to personalize your favorite calligraphy tools for FREE and an upcoming event you won't want to...
Save the Date! Calligraphy Workshop & Pop-Up in...
Hi friend, Exciting news! I have two special things to share with you today, a chance to personalize your favorite calligraphy tools for FREE and an upcoming event you won't want to...
Help us spread the love for calligraphy ✨
Hi friend, As a small business, we know that the best recommendations don't come from ads, they come from real people who genuinely love what we do. Over the years, so...
Help us spread the love for calligraphy ✨
Hi friend, As a small business, we know that the best recommendations don't come from ads, they come from real people who genuinely love what we do. Over the years, so...
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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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