wedding calligraphy Archives - By Moon & Tide Calligraphy

Why you need an expert corporate calligrapher and how to find one

by Claire GouldCalligraphy service, wedding calligraphy September 30, 2024Comments are Disabled

If you’re searching for an experienced calligrapher for your corporate event invitations, to write certificates in calligraphy or address envelopes to important business clients, the choice can be overwhelming. With so many calligraphers available throughout the UK, you’ll need to know what to look for – and the pitfalls to avoid when choosing a professional …

So this is new! I write memes in calligraphy!

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy August 28, 2024Comments are Disabled

Prior to 2024, I’m not entirely sure if I’ve ever written a meme in calligraphy. Since I’ve now been asked three times in the space of a month, it seems fair to add this little string to my bow officially! For context: I was born in 1976. There weren’t memes then, especially not calligraphy ones. …

Navy blue place names with pink ribbon and peach pink calligraphy

How to write wedding place cards in calligraphy if you’ve never done it before

by Claire Gouldlearning calligraphy, place card calligraphy August 19, 2024Comments are Disabled

I’ve written tens of thousands of wedding place cards. In my calligraphy workshops I meet people who are learning especially for a wedding, and I remember how scary it can be the first time. I wanted to write this little step by step guide to help you if, like my friend Michelle, you’ve got a …

modern calligraphy pens and two different nibs held against a background of calligraphy art

What’s in a calligrapher’s pencil case?

by Claire Gouldcalligraphy sets, wedding calligraphy June 20, 2024June 14, 2024Comments are Disabled

I thought it might be interesting to show you the tools and supplies I use for calligraphy every day. All of the magic of modern calligraphy is in the pen and nib. The rhythm of pen strokes and smoothness of the swirling letters are what makes calligraphy look beautiful. It takes practice to achieve hairline …

A summer of colourful calligraphy and weddings!

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy, wedding place names June 4, 2024June 4, 2024Comments are Disabled

I forgot how much I love the summer! If I can squeeze in 100% work and 100% play I’ll be happy. The sunny season has kicked off in style for 2024 with some gorgeous wedding orders. I’ve loved working on a handful of wedding readings (which I’ll share soon – they’re secret for now) and …

The biggest trends in wedding calligraphy for 2024!

by Claire Gouldplace card calligraphy, wedding calligraphy, wedding place names May 21, 2024Comments are Disabled

Collaboration is a big trend in wedding calligraphy this summer – and it’s all about collaborations with YOU! Couples are looking for luxe wedding place cards to customise with wax seals, dried flowers, stamps and tassels. So here’s the deal: I’ll write the calligraphy, so you can get your creative on! Luxe doesn’t have to …

Wedding vow booklets and a beautiful collaboration

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy May 15, 2024Comments are Disabled

I was over the moon to be asked to create wedding vow booklets for this gorgeous photoshoot in the Lake District. There’s something so warm and enchanting about the images – it’s absolutely dreamy and I have to admit I can’t stop looking at them! Amazing Lakes wedding photographer Tiree Dawson brought together a group …

Plant-based, not perfect – my calligraphy life!

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy March 16, 2024March 12, 2024Comments are Disabled

It’s really interesting to be a creative person with a small business, especially when it comes to your ‘brand’. I mean, right now my ‘brand’ is layers of thermals, purple hair and papery chaos. That’s on the surface, at least! I think what I’m trying to say is that I am my calligraphy business, and …