olive green place names with satin ribbon

Sustainable olive place names for a summer of green weddings – NEW!

We find the BEST shoppers on Etsy – and they’ve made it clear our olive place names are set to be a summer favourite! We’re all there for the sustainable weddings – long may this trend last and flourish! If it’s green you love, our olive place names are here for you. The all over …

Pricing for bespoke calligraphy and wedding stationery – how it works

I once worked with a wedding stationery designer who charges her clients £60 per hour for her services. She was, as her price tag suggests, something of a diva. (I’ve never seen such an impressive tantrum about couriers!) She is also the perfect example of how shockingly ‘high end’ wedding stationery can be priced. It’s …

Natural calligraphy for a wildly romantic beach shoot in France

Organic calligraphy in soft tones for a styled wedding shoot on the French coast – dreamy inspiration captured beautifully by Amanda Karen Photography early in 2017. “Over the years, these shores have become film sets or playgrounds for the rich and famous. Their beauty has also inspired artists such as Picasso and iconic writers. So, …

Subtle, delicate calligraphy for a styled bridal shoot in Kent

I was thrilled to be asked to take part in a styled shoot with wedding creatives in Kent recently. The concept was exciting: a bridal shoot with a haunting story of timeless romance – and the plan for the day meant lots of wonderfully soft colours and gently flowing calligraphy. I designed and lettered an …