I have had a long time love affair with all things paper related. One specifically is calligraphy! Calligraphy is such a beautiful piece of artwork that can make all the difference to a wedding invitation, program cover, menu and escort cards. It's like the perfect pair of shoes for that Valentino black dress.A few years ago, I took on the challenge of attempting to learn calligraphy. I thought for sure that my artistic skills would lend me to successfully learning such a skill. After weeks of trying, I realized that calligraphy isn't just a skill it's a talent. I'm left 'awestruck' by such artists as Pendance, Calligraphy by Jennifer, and The Left Handed Calligrapher. The beauty and originality which they bring to their designs is gorgeous. Your guests will be impressed from the moment they receive your invitation.
For those who would love to take on the challenge of addressing your wedding invitations with calligraphy, but may not have the budget allocated for this detail, you may consider a DIY option. I recently found the most helpful blog entry by Angie's Roost: (read on.....)
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