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​Inspiration and insight from behind the scenes—featuring custom calligraphy engraving, wedding trends, and timeless gifting ideas.

How to Create Minimalist Portrait Illustration in Procreate

3/9/2020

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MINIMALIST PORTRAIT ILLUSTRATION DIY TUTORIAL

minimalist couple smiling hugging illustration vector drawing portrait
Couple Hugging Portrait 2020
Over the pandemic, there have been a few changes happened in my life. Though wedding calligraphy works has been slow, I picked up on new skill set that I have seen a lot lately on Instagram: minimalist portrait illustration. Let’s find out what it takes to show case your favourite photographs using this simple, yet very intricate style of illustration.

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Calligraphy Services Update in 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic

4/5/2020

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How Covid-19 Pandemic Affects Calligraphy Businesses in 2020

COVID-19 Coronavirus Toronto Calligraphy Business Update for A Grateful Note September 2020

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Wedding Planning & Free Calligraphy Worksheets for DIY Couples in 2020

14/2/2020

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First Steps to Plan Your Perfect Wedding After Being Proposed on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day 2020 custom calligraphy red envelopes, vintage stamps and gold wax seal. Written with Nikko G nibs and Dr. Ph Martins Bleedproof White
Valentine's Day Custom Calligraphy Envelope Address 2020
According to research, over one million people will get engaged on Valentine’s Day in 2020. The day of love seem to be the perfect day to get engaged as well. If you have a feeling your other half is thinking of asking for your hand in marriage, it could come as soon as V-Day this year.

​So what now? Here are a few things to do as soon as you get engaged:

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Eco-Friendly Wedding trends for the green, climate friendly couples in 2020

30/1/2020

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Mirror signages and seating charts are seen in many featured weddings and this trend is not going away anytime soon. With the trend of eco-friendly wedding, many chose to use rental surface that could be reused over disposible ones. Keep reading to see why mirrors would still be a great choice for couples who are planning their wedding in 2020.

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5 Tips to Start Your Calligraphy Business in 2020

31/12/2019

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How to Start a Calligraphy Business & Tips

An On-site Calligrapher performs Traditional Vietnamese Calligraphy on a scroll for a special occasion.
Traditional Vietnamese Calligraphy. Photo: Do Quy Dong
Solely operating a creative business is not an easy task. Being a one woman band forced me to wear many hats and gave me the experience of a modern entrepreneur. Let's look at what I learned from operating A Grateful Note in 2019. 

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