what's included
with the kit
Alphabet Tracing Pad
Work through the course with our traceable alphabet pad - includes every single letter, upper & lower case.
Oblique Pen
Helps you achieve the angle needed to get the thick & thin lines that are characteristic of pointed pen calligraphy. Left handed version available.
3 Nibs
Includes three options that are great for beginners & share details on nib prep and which to start with inside.
Black Ink
Works well in combination with the paper in the kit and all of our practice pads. It’s also what Laura uses for all envelope orders in black ink! {1oz jar}
Instructional Book
Includes getting started with the tools, how to dip into the ink, basic up and down strokes, practice drill patterns and a full beginner alphabet upper and lower case.
Video Tutorial
Covers all of the contents of the kit and includes up close, professional footage of Laura going through the full beginner alphabet, upper and lower case. Receive 2.5 hours of guided instruction from Laura & Alyssa as you work your way through the starter kit.
Details
Starter Kit + Online Course
- Alphabet Tracing Pad
- Oblique Pen
- 3 Nibs
- Black Ink
- Instructional Book
- 2.5 hour Video Tutorial
Expansion Kit + Online Course
- Letter consistency & connections tracing sheets
- Flourished alphabet tracing sheets
- Details on letter consistency – focusing on the various components of your letters to make them consistent with one another
- Two flourished alphabet exemplars including downloadable tracing sheets for one of the alphabets
- 60 minute Video Tutorial that includes, close up video footage of Laura demonstrating letter connections, an entire flourished alphabet from A to Z
- Tips and demonstration on how to mix inks
Please read all instructions and watch video tutorial before attempting to assemble/use the tools.
**PREMIUM UPGRADE INCLUDES**
- Desk pad (taupe, blush, dusty blue or moss green - please indicate color choice in the notes during checkout)
- Leather nib pouch
- Wooden pen holder (instead of black)
**If purchasing as a gift, please reply to your order confirmation to let us know.**