In the Loop: May 2026
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Happy May Reader π· β Every month we send In the Loop to our email subscribers to share calligraphy resources, spotlights, and updates. In this month's newsletter, you'll find:
Glad to have you here! -Jordan & Jillian May in CalligraphyMay is the shortest month (in terms of number of letters), but thereβs still tons of room to add style when writing it. Weβve written May in calligraphy in 8 styles with exemplars that will give you ideas. Plus, follow along with our video tutorial where we teach you letter-by-letter how to write each style for yourself!
May Lettering PromptsUse our daily lettering prompts to practice your letters and build a fun, relaxing calligraphy habit.
You can practice these on your own, or post in the Daily Prompts space if you're in our membership. We love to see the variety of styles and tools, from faux calligraphy, to pointed pen and iPad lettering. FREE WORKSHOP: Intro to Calligraphy ToolsJoin us on Wednesday, May 6 for a free live workshop where we'll be comparing a brush pen, pointed pen, and iPad for calligraphy. If youβve been wanting to start calligraphy but you're not sure which pen to use, make sure to join us!
βCalligraphy Together is our online membership community where you can learn and practice calligraphy with monthly practice workbooks, courses, live calls, guided quests, daily prompts, and a supportive community. We are so proud of everyone's hard work all month, and we're very excited for the Composition Quest that starts today! Can't wait to see what you all create. If you're not a member yet and would love to be part of the group, learn more at calligraphytogether.comβ Looking forward to our next members-only Zoom call on May 11. New Workbook πWe had so much fun creating a new workbook in April! One of the most popular ways to use calligraphy is for Greeting Cards, so that was the inspiration for the new workbook. The printable PDF includes traceable phrases in both modern calligraphy and flourished Copperplate: π Thank You βGet the Greeting Cards Workbook π We challenge you to make a card for someone in your life this week. It doesnβt need to be perfect! Whether itβs a card your make from scratch, or a store-bought one that you elevate with your own lettering, itβs all about making someone else feel special. You may also like our May Celebrations Workbook with traceable designs to celebrate and appreciate moms, grads, teachers & more: π Caps off to new beginnings βGet the May Celebrations Workbook π Note: If you're in our membership then you already have access to these printable workbooks! Life LatelyA few photos of what's on our desk and our camera rolls... As always, whenever we are not working to bring you calligraphy resources, we're soaking up the moments with our little ones π Thank you for being here with us and taking the time to read our monthly update. With gratitude, βUnsubscribe from "In The Loop" newsletters |
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Hi Readerπ If you watched the video we sent yesterday, you saw how fun it can be to turn a quote into a finished calligraphy piece. But hereβs where most people get stuck: They get overwhelmed and can't figure out which small step to take next. Thatβs where our 7-Day Composition challenge comes in πͺ Each day, you'll get a clear step with: A short, simple lesson An assignment that takes 5-10 minutes An idea bank with examples A place to share your work (even if itβs not perfect!) We just...
If youβve ever practiced your calligraphy and thought: My letters look good, but how do I turn this into something "finished"? Youβre not alone! Creating a composition is more challenging than simply writing letters and words. With letters, you have a clear structure to follow. But with layouts, you have endless possibilities. To make it feel less overwhelming, we created a simple, repeatable process you can use with any quote. If your lettering looks good on practice sheets, but youβre not...
Hi Reader, Jordan and I are teaching a free online class on Monday! It's about Getting Started with Calligraphy and 547 people have already registered. The event will take place inside our Calligraphy Together community on Monday, February 2 at 12pm Eastern (will be recorded). Register for free: π Click the purple RSVP button here You'll be able to type questions and comments during the class, but if you can't make it live then it'll also be recorded. No supplies or experience needed for this...