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Welcome to my blog on topics related to modern calligraphy, journaling and productivity. I have monthly prompts if you need some further inspiration. If there's a topic you'd like me to cover that isn't here yet, why not drop me a message? My YouTube channel also has a number of videos, so why not check that out afterwards?
Modern Calligraphy Blog
Modern Calligraphy Blog
Welcome to the Calligraphy Gems' blog. My blog covers topics related to learning modern calligraphy, putting calligraphy to use and running a creative business.
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Dec 7, 20212 min read
What is faux calligraphy?
When you hear the term faux three questions may pop in your mind:
What is it?
Why do you do it?
How do you do it?
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Nov 30, 20213 min read
How to make friends (in business)
If you've read or watched any of my content in the last six months you'll know that I believe community is key for business success and gene
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Nov 23, 20213 min read
How to do calligraphy regularly
A reason people often stopping progressing their calligraphy is because they struggle to keep up with the habit. In this blog I discuss ways
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Nov 16, 20212 min read
Ways to make money from calligraphy (that aren't wedding calligraphy)
As I started to refer to myself as a moden calligrapher I started to hear the question "Ahh, so you do weddings?" again and again. Now it's
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Nov 1, 20211 min read
November Calligraphy Prompts - All things cosy
This month's calligraphy prompts are based upon the theme of cosiness. As the clocks have gone back and the nights are darker sooner, it rea
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Nov 1, 20219 min read
Happy Birthday to Calligraphy Gems!🎂
A year is an important milestone and it's definitely been a year of growth for me. Here are twelve things I've learnt over the last year.
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Sep 29, 20211 min read
October Calligraphy Prompts - Spooky Season
Ready to get spoooky with your calligraphy this month? Here are this month's Halloween themed calligraphy and lettering prompts.
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Sep 1, 20213 min read
September Calligraphy Prompts
September's calligraphy prompts are based upon returning to school and continuing to learn and grow. This time we'll be learning calligraphy
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Aug 22, 20216 min read
When to STOP being productive
This post was actually inspired by a bad case of burnout last year. Thankfully I now try to spot the warning signs early and don't attempt t
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Aug 15, 20215 min read
My calligraphy book collection
For those that are unaware, I self-taught myself calligraphy using books, YouTube videos and just picking stuff up from within the...
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Aug 8, 20211 min read
August Calligraphy Prompts - British Summer
August's calligraphy prompts are based upon a British summer from sunshine to thunderstor. Create a word a day using the prompt list below.
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Jul 18, 20213 min read
What to write in a greetings card when you don't know what to write
I'm going to be letting you in on a little secret of what to write in a greetings card when you don't know what to write in a greetings...
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Jul 6, 20212 min read
July Calligraphy Prompts - Shake up your lettering!
When you are creating larger pieces of calligraphy, you may want to shake up the style or incorporate lettering into your piece.
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May 30, 20212 min read
Journaling June - Calligraphy Prompts
Improve your calligraphy by reflecting and goal setting with these calligraphy themed journaling prompts. For calligraphy of all levels.
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Apr 30, 20212 min read
Make it May - Calligraphy Prompts
Let's put your calligraphy into action with these calligraphy projects. All of the projects are paper based so no need to buy extra supplies
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Apr 18, 20216 min read
My Old Work - Reviewing, Reflecting & Recreating
In this blog post I reflect back on old calligraphy work to see where I was going wrong. I then break down my learnings and recreate my work
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Apr 4, 20213 min read
5 Ways to improve your calligraphy (by going outside your comfort zone!)
Looking to improve your calligraphy? We all have a calligraphy comfort zone and going outside of it is a great way to improve your...
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Mar 28, 20211 min read
Alphabet April - April Prompts
Looking for inspiration to get creative with your calligraphy? Each month I will be creating monthly themes designed to get you in the...
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Mar 24, 20214 min read
Calligraphy Top Tips for Left Handers (with Guest Blogger RKM Calligraphy)
My name is Rachel, I am the small business owner of RKM Calligraphy. As a left-handed self-taught calligrapher, I am here to share my top...
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Mar 21, 20212 min read
How to get started with Modern Calligraphy
Want to get started with modern calligraphy but don't know where to begin? Let me provide you with 3 simple steps to get started: 1. Buy...
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