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A special, personalised Christmas gift they’ll fall in love with time after time

by Claire GouldCalligraphy gifts November 6, 2023November 6, 20232 Comments

It doesn’t happen often, but my personalised handwritten baubles are a product I’m absolutely besotted with. They’re a joy to make, they look lovely and I have the best time making and writing them. They’re also really special – that one-of-a-kind Christmas present I can imagine people giving, knowing they’re made with love. The care …

modern calligraphy examples with flourishing and supplies

Discover calligraphy pens and nibs at my calligraphy classes in Cumbria!

by Claire Gouldcalligraphy workshop October 30, 2023October 30, 2023One Comment

It’s always an absolute treat to teach calligraphy, and this coming November and December I’ll be hosting a handful of calligraphy classes in Cumbria: in Ulverston, High Newton, Kendal and around Penrith. These calligraphy classes will all be playful and experimental. I will be showing you the calligraphy tools I use, so that you can …

I need a calligrapher: should I hire someone near me?

by Claire Gouldcalligraphy poem gifts, Calligraphy service October 23, 2023October 23, 2023No Comments

Lots of my lovely customers find my website because they’re looking for a calligrapher in their local area. Just as many will find me online and book my calligraphy services from a distance! Over my 20 years of writing calligraphy commissions I’ve developed a tried and tested process for calligraphy orders so you can hire …

joyful modern family tree for a special anniversary gift. Photography by Marion Botella

Unique gifts for special wedding anniversaries – made in the UK

by Claire GouldCalligraphy gifts, family tree calligraphy uk October 16, 2023October 16, 2023No Comments

Choosing a really special gift for a big occasion just got a little easier! I sell lots of lovely family trees to couples celebrating their ruby, diamond and gold anniversaries. They’re such a thoughtful idea to give – a beautiful piece of calligraphy art, made entirely by hand, and including all of the family. My …

20 unique Christmas gift ideas for hard to buy for people!

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy October 9, 2023October 9, 2023No Comments

My speciality is unique gift ideas for people who are hard to buy for. I LOVE Christmas shopping but I know every year there will be a couple of names on my Christmas shopping list who I’ve just drawn a blank on! It happens every time! older couples who have everything they need dads, granddads …

Silver tray of wedding place names in calligraphy with floral buttonholes for a wedding

How much does it cost to hire a calligrapher?

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy October 6, 2023No Comments

I’ve had some lovely calligraphy price enquiries this week, and taken some very exciting commissions. This afternoon will be spent painting flowers and writing some beautiful words. But this morning I wanted to answer one of your biggest questions: how much does it cost to hire a calligrapher? I’ll break down my current prices to …

How I make my personalised name baubles for Christmas

by Claire GouldCalligraphy gifts, wedding calligraphy October 3, 2023October 3, 20234 Comments

As embarrassing as this is, it tickles me that calligraphy baubles have taken six years for me to figure out. I can finally say this because I’ve launched my first collection of personalised baubles this year! To celebrate, I thought I’d share the journey with you, along with some tips on how to write your …

Calligraphy workshops, potatoes and wet pants

by Claire Gouldcalligraphy workshop, wedding calligraphy September 11, 2023September 13, 2023No Comments

I’ve had the loveliest working weekend, starting on Friday at Beetham Nurseries and finishing at Shed 1 Gin on Sunday afternoon. These were my autumn-themed calligraphy classes, with fab people who took to calligraphy like ducks to water. We wrote trick or treat, we flourished wildly, loved and hated z and b, and one of …