Create beautiful hand-lettered journals, invitations, cards, menus and more with convenient brush pens!

Master calligrapher Maki Shimano shows you all the techniques and provides hundreds of colorful examples to inspire you. Creating your own calligraphy is very easy using Shimano's time-tested method of breaking down each letter into a small number of strokes. And she provides dozens of ideas for decorative motifs such as wreaths, balloons, birthday cakes-and so much more!

This easy step-by-step guide by an experienced calligraphy teacher allows you to develop your skills quickly.

• Start with the basic tools and techniques of hand lettering
• Learn to draw 8 elegant typefaces with just 2 or 3 simple strokes
• Create compositions with fancy flourishes, "bounce" and rhythm
• Design a planner, journal, place cards, greeting cards, gift tags, invitations, etc.
• And much more!

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Reviews
"...an ideal DIY introduction into the art and craft of calligraphy and the use of brush pen lettering." -Midwest Book Review
"Both novice and experienced crafters of hand letters will find practical inspiration and guidance in this colorful, beautifully designed collection." -Library Journal



Book Information
ISBN 9780804857710
Author Maki Shimano
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 454g