Modern Calligraphy Tutorials

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Wedding calligrapher Claire Gould at modern calligraphy tutorials for Weddings is back today to share a simple yet so very on trend place name DIY idea. These copper tags will look divine on your place settings…

Create super chic place setting tags with a metallic “dipped” effect and stylish calligraphy for an urban / rustic wedding reception or dinner party – your guests will love them!

You will need:

Hot pressed watercolour paper cut into tag shapes

Calligraphy dip pen and Nikko G nib

Black calligraphy ink

Tacky glue and a cheap brush

Copper leaf

Step by step modern calligraphy tutorials:

1. Write names onto your watercolour tags in calligraphy ink and leave to dry.

2. Mix tacky glue with a tiny bit of water and brush onto the bottom of your tags.

3. Within a couple of minutes, place the copper leaf on top of your glued areas. Copper leaf comes with thin paper sheets: lay one of these on top of your copper leaf and press down gently (so the copper sticks to your glue) and leave overnight to dry

4. When dry, gently brush away the surplus copper leaf from around the edge of your tags.

5. Decorate with grass stems or herbs (rosemary looks fantastic!) for a complementary softer touch… and serve!