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 …
I really like writing little gift guides, and I haven’t done one since Christmas so I thought I’d find some lovely sustainable Mother’s Day ideas to share here! It’s really important to me to find ethical gifts. I try to shop plastic-free, and support local small businesses or ethical marketplaces wherever I possibly can. In …
Learn modern calligraphy at home, at your own pace and with help from a professional. I’ve been writing calligraphy for 20 years, and modern calligraphy since 2010. Writing beautiful letters is therapeutic and relaxing, and I’ll show you step by step how to practice and perfect your skills so you get the most from your …
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Wedding planning is like a rollercoaster or stepping stones where you’re leaping from one new experience to the next at what feels like a hundred miles an hour. There are venue visits where you’re led around a country mansion by someone who works there. (Imagine!) There are private menu tastings, zooms with photographers, personal appointments …
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I’m over the moon to have a full calendar of calligraphy workshops for 2024. Booking is open now for workshops around Cumbria – I’ve listed them here, with links for tickets. Advance booking is recommended, as most of these classes sold out last year! See the bottom of the page for locations map. 2024 modern …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
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