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Before you go any further... Hi, I'm Jenni Liandu! 
I am a professional calligrapher and artist, and my obsession is teaching others how to create beautiful calligraphy while finding rest and peace. I am excited to share some more with the world, I am glad you're here!

Have you ever struggled with your calligraphy strokes? Chances are its because of your positioning. This blog post with answer all your questions for your set up, regardless of your dominant hand. Learning the correct positioning can be challenging at first, but below, you’ll find our top tips crafted to help you effortlessly achieve elegant and refined calligraphy.

Right or left handed? – Top tips for the perfect set up

Crafting Calm: Navigating mental health through calligraphy

In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of calm can be a challenge. But there’s an ancient practice that can help, you’ve guessed it – calligraphy. With its slow rhythmic, strokes, calligraphy offers a therapeutic escape from everyday life. In this blog, Jenni writes about how calligraphy has helped her navigate her own journey with mental health.

Calligraphy has stood the test of time and stands as a timeless art that captures the true beauty of creativity and tradition. At the heart of this craft lies the essential tool – the calligraphy nib.

Which calligraphy nib should I choose?

The A, B, C of Copperplate Capitals

Here at The Calligraphy Box, we specialize in teaching Copperplate. Why? You may ask. Not only is it incredibly beautiful to look at, but learning it provides a strong foundation for many other styles of calligraphy, both modern and traditional. It’s a captivating script that has been admired for centuries. Its graceful curves and delicate lines have the ability to evoke a sense of timeless sophistication and beauty. It’s more than just handwriting.

Calligraphy is a beautiful and rewarding art form, but it can be frustrating when your nibs wear out too quickly. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to prolong the life of your nibs. Here are 8 top tips for making your nibs last longer: 1. Prep Your Nibs Before Writing Before you start […]

How To Make Your Nibs Last Longer

Yes, lefties can write calligraphy too!

I’ve come across hundreds of lefties who think that writing calligraphy isn’t possible. It’s simply not true. Our very own Laura is a left-handed writer without any prior experience of calligraphy, so we have set her the task of giving it a try! Find out how she got on with The Calligraphy Box below.

We are coming to the end of another year, and what a year it has been. There has been so much change for us both personally and in the business this year, so I thought it would be fitting to share a little recap.

2022 Reflection