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Summer wedding flowers in bright pastel shades and calligraphy table name cards

Elegant calligraphy styling for Lydia & John’s Broadoaks Country House wedding

by Claire Gouldwedding calligraphy October 14, 2024Comments are Disabled

This lovely couple contacted me months before their wedding to order on-the-day stationery for their reception at Broadoaks, one of my favourite Lake District wedding venues. Lydia and John’s colour palette was pale blush. They chose soft grey ink and luxury papers with stunning silk ribbons, and a set of my bespoke calligraphy wedding vow …

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 …

Summer sale! Calligraphy place names & more reduced

by Claire GouldCalligraphy gifts, calligraphy on Etsy August 14, 2024Comments are Disabled

I am finally full of the joys of summer! It’s been a long old wait, but the sun is shining and the bees keep popping in to my calligraphy studio. Since the end of wedding season is approaching fast, it felt like the right time for a lovely summer sale in my Etsy calligraphy shop! …

How big is calligraphy?

by Claire Gouldcalligraphy poem gifts, Calligraphy service July 24, 2024Comments are Disabled

So you’re thinking of ordering a piece of handwritten calligraphy. You love the personal touch, the little quirks and flourishes that will make your calligraphy commission a really special gift for someone. You’ve checked out how much it costs and found a calligrapher in your area whose work you love. But you’re unsure how to …

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 …