Most brides-to-be spend a lot of time daydreaming about the details of their wedding, even before they get engaged! Part of that daydreaming includes the decor. Beautifully crafted calligraphy on the invitations, table numbers, signs, and more add a touch of elegance to any wedding event. What if we told you that you can learn how to write delicate calligraphy to add a touch of DIY to your event?
Calligraphy is fairly easy to learn if you have a steady hand and can commit the time. Wedding planning can be an incredibly stressful time and many folks turn to calligraphy as a way to relax and de-stress from the wedding planning process.
A Beginner’s Course
If you do well with following a course to learn something new, The Postman’s Knock offers an online course for a very reasonable $25. They teach both left handed and right handed folks how to use a dip-pen. There are a few supplies that you’ll need that can be purchased online or at your local craft store.
Take Your Time and Practice
Calligraphy is not something that is learned overnight. It will take time to perfect those letters to the standard that you’re happy with producing. Set aside some time every day to practice and before you know it, you’ll be a pro!
Plan Ahead
If there are certain aspects of your event that you would like to take the reins on and craft a calligraphy project, allow yourself ample time to perfect the letters that will be featured on your craft. If you have a moderate guest list and would like to tackle place cards and table numbers, don’t try to tackle everything at once – your hands will thank you. Take the total number of cards and signs that you need to prepare and break it up into manageable chunks to work on.
Ask For Help!
Hobbyist calligraphers are happy to help one another. Search online or seek out local calligraphers to help you jump over those hurdles that you may experience while learning this new craft. Make sure to compensate them for their time!
Did these tips help you start the process of learning calligraphy for your wedding DIY projects? If so, we would love to see the projects you crafted and hear all about your wedding event! Contact us today!
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