{"product_id":"calligraphy-for-dummies-isbn-9780470117712","title":"Calligraphy For Dummies","description":"You’ve always admired beautiful calligraphy, but you probably figured it was way too hard to master, right ?   Calligraphy is actually much easier than you ever dreamed. All you need is the right guide and you’ll be up to speed in no time!  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCalligraphy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e lets anyone discover the art and fun of lettering. With this hands-on guide, you’ll be able to develop your craft and test it out in no time. Starting with the italic alphabet, you’ll discover different types of strokes, how to angle your pen, and how to join letters. This easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide shows you:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll the tools you need to practice the craft\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhere to get the proper ink and paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to master several alphabets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDifferent variations to change the look of letters\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to mix and match your alphabets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to create a poster, sign, or certificate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to design and letter a quotation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommon mistakes that can easily be avoided\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCalligraphy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e also provides tips on how to put your calligraphy skills to good use, with ideas for making money, adding flair to wedding invitations, and more! It also includes ten fun alphabets and practice pages to hone in on your talent, as well as examples of poorly formed letters to keep you on track. With a little practice, you’ll be creating stunning letters and experiencing the joys of writing calligraphy!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Yes, You Can Do Calligraphy!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Doing Calligraphy Can Be as Easy as ABC.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Peeking Inside the Calligrapher’s Toolbox.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Putting Your Pen to Paper.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: The Amazing, Incredible Italic Alphabet.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Taking a Few Baby Steps with Italic.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Doing Italic with a Calligraphy Pen.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Perfecting the Italic Alphabet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Turning Up the \"Wow! Factor\" with Variations and Embellishments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Expanding Your Repertoire.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: The Blackletter Alphabet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Classical Roman Letters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Formal Manuscript, Foundational Hand, or Bookhand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Formal Uncial and Funky Variations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Elegantly Outlined and Decorated Letters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: A Fancy Document Script.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Popular Projects.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Designing and Lettering a Quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Creating a Poster or Sign.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Certificates.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: More Things to Do with Your Calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: The Part of Tens.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Ten Ways to Use Your Calligraphy for Weddings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Ten Fun Alphabets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Tips for Making Money Using Your Calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Practice Pages.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndex.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Bennett\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching calligraphy for 30 years at every level, from kindergarten to college.    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractice using a variety of alphabets and styles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHone your calligraphic skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombine letter art with other forms of artistic expression\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet answers on where to go to get ink and paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrom Italic to Roman to Uncial — create calligraphic alphabets with ease\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor many people, calligraphy is something they admire from afar, but don't believe they could ever do it themselves. Nothing could be further from the truth! Practice is the key to becoming a good calligrapher, and that 's what this book is all about. Open it and you'll find easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions in all the basics, from choosing the right pens and paper and holding the pen properly to using calligraphy to create six beautiful alphabets. Plus, there are plenty of creative projects for putting your skills into action. With just a little practice every day, you'll be well on your way to doing calligraphy with style!  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDiscover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe simple, sure-fire approach to learning calligraphy\u003cbr\u003e  How to use pen tips of various sizes and shapes\u003cbr\u003e  Ways to embellish and personalize your lettering\u003cbr\u003e  How to add a special touch to stationery, journals, diaries, correspondence, plaques, and more\u003cbr\u003e  Exercises for practicing your skills with confidence  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE DUMMIES WORKBOOK WAY\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlain-English explanations\u003cbr\u003e Step-by-step procedures\u003cbr\u003e Hands-on practice exercises\u003cbr\u003e Ample workspace to test your skills\u003cbr\u003e A dash of humor and fun  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet Smart!\u003cbr\u003e@www.dummies.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind listings of all our books\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose from many different subject categories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSign up for eTips at \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eetips.dummies.com\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988878344421,"sku":"NP9780470117712","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470117712.jpg?v=1761781886","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/calligraphy-for-dummies-isbn-9780470117712","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}