Best Handwriting Coach | Wild Plains Calligraphy Podcasts (2025)

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70 | Not A Crafty Mama? 4 Reasons Calligraphy Is The Perfect Creative Outlet For The Minimalist Mom 12:45

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Hey Mama! Are you really NOT into arts and crafts and the mess it creates? But would it still be nice to quickly make some personalized handwritten, beautiful gifts for those you love? In today's episode I'm sharing 4 reasons why Calligraphy IS perfect for the not crafty , miminalist mom. This art practice can give you an outlet of focus and medita…

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69 | Stop Wasting Time On Writing That Doesn’t Come Out Perfect! 3 Steps To Improve Writing Your Calligraphy Words (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 10:22

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Hey Mama! Is it frustrating when your words do not come out the way you want? Are you picking up your pen only to see frustration after writing your first words? Do you words look like a kid wrote it? In today's episode I'm sharing 3 simple steps you might have skipped over to improve your Calligraphy words. Lean in to learn how taking a more progr…

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68 | Which Calligraphy Pen Is The Easiest For Your Me-Time? (And Other Creative Considerations When Choosing) 11:13

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Hey Mama! Have you been wanting to try Calligraphy but don't know which tool to start with? Have you looked at the options and been confused? Or are you just looking to learn where to start? I have an awesome episode for you! I give you the easiest and most versatile "Calligraphy pen" to get started with right away. BUT, should you really start wit…

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67 | Is It Intimidating To Learn Calligraphy Because Everyone Else Seems Better Than You? 3 Encouraging Truths To Overcome Self Doubt as a Beginner 11:06

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Hey Mama! Is it hard to show up as a beginner because everyone seems much better than you? You feel so nervous and on edge in that class because you don't belong? Today I break down 3 reasons why you actually belong and you are doing an incredible thing! My Calligraphy friends and I all went through this feeling and this episode is a result of how …

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66 | Scared Your Children Will Abandon The Faith? Get Encouraged With These Jesus Movement Miracles (With Carissa Gobble) 27:07

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Hey Mama! Today I have a special labor day special interview with Carissa Gobble! The author of Becoming Jesus People, a series of books on the true stories of the amazing miracles done during the Jesus People Movement. Carissa and I talk about behind the scenes of making this book, the story that started it all and the many examples of people comi…

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65 | The Reason Why You Love Being Creative But Don't Make Time For It 13:10

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Hey Mama! You’ve tried to carve out creative time, but the day slips away. You feel like your loosing that person who use to love doing creative things. Where did she go? In this episode I break down the number 1 reason why it's hard to engage in that creative time especially during busy seasons of motherhood. It's ok for creativity to look differe…

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64 | Is Stress Running Your Life? 8 Steps to Slow Down And Relieve Stress Through Beautiful Writing 8:39

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Hey Mama! You’ve tried to carve out creative time, but the day slips away, and you end it without the stress relief you were craving. Calligraphy has been tugging at your heart for years, yet somehow, life keeps getting in the way. I get it. That’s exactly why I created the Calligraphy Mama Method — a simple plan to help you finally fit creativity …

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63 | Want To Leave Art That Will Be Remembered? 4 Ways Learning Calligraphy Changed My Life (And It Can Change Yours Too!) 11:41

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Hey Mama! Wondering why people love Calligraphy so much? Wishing to step into a creative practice of your own? Are you considering Calligraphy for your new creative outlet? I've heard so many times "Calligraphy changed my life". So this episode I give you 4 tangible ways Calligraphy changed my life and how it can change yours similarly. This episod…

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62 | Tried Drawing and Painting But Gave Up? 3 Reasons Calligraphy Could Be The One That Sticks. 13:19

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Hey Mama! Have you tried other forms of art and they didn't quite work out? Was it difficult to show up as a complete beginner? Are you looking for an art practice that is more approachable? What I love about Calligraphy is how simple and approachable it is compared to a lot of art practices. You don't need to spend a lot or be creative to get star…

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61 | 3 Overlooked Spiritual Practices To Grow Faith Despite Circumstances 19:07

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Hey Mama! Feeling low on faith in this current season? Wanting to really step into growth and closeness with God? Reading your bible but not feeling closer to God? In this episode I share the three ways that grew my faith despite what was going on around me AND they aren't the typical practices of praying and fasting; which can or may become ritual…

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60 | Too Overwhelmed With Homeschooling To Learn Calligraphy? Overcome With A Rescue Plan! (With Amanda Schenkenberger) 24:08

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Hey Mama! Does homeschooling feel so overwhelming that it's hard to take creative time for yourself? Are looking for a way to balance homeschooling and learning Calligraphy? In this episode Amanda shares her story of coming out of overwhelm in homeschooling and balancing a business, then teaching other moms how to do the same! I hope this episode w…

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Calligraphy Mama Trailer - For the Mama Who Loves Learning And Want To Fit In Creating Beauty 1:49

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***TOP 5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST*** You give your all to your family every day, so finding time for yourself sounds impossible. You’ve tried to carve out space to be creative or recharge, but something always pulls your attention away. You want to learn something that’s calming, meaningful, and fun, but not one more thing to manage. You’ve even wo…

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59 | Become A Present Mama With God's Help And Show Up To Your Creative Self Care with Sindy Love 35:55

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Hey Mama! Do you feel scattered? Especially in this summer season? Are you wondering how to be a more present mama? In this episode Sindy Love shows up powerfully to share her God story and teach us about the mindset shift of becoming a present mama. We want to be present mamas to hear from God, tune into our children and step into the need of self…

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58 | Want To Be Creative Right Now? The First 3 Steps To Become A Calligraphy Mama! 13:24

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Hey Mama! Do you feel the NEED to be creative? Do love to learn ways to express yourself creatively? Are you looking for easy ways to start to add creativity back into your life? In this episode I give you 3 simple steps (plus one bonus) to adding creativity back into you busy schedule. I know we have busy life and we are thinking about so many thi…

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57 | 3 Reasons Left Handed People Thrive In Calligraphy Despite Struggling With Handwriting 13:57

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Are you nervous about Calligraphy due to being left handed? Have you had bad experiences with being taught writing? Are you ready to learn that you can thrive in making beautiful letters? Today's episode is for left-handed people and those looking for extra Calligraphy tips. I break down 3 reasons why left-handed people thrive in Calligraphy due th…

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56 | Going Outside? 3 Ways Fun Ways To Fit Calligraphy In Your SummerTime Schedule 10:41

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Hey Mama! Are you out and about this summer? Are you traveling to places far away? Are you concerned you are missing out on Calligraphy practice? In this episode I lay out 3 fun ways to easily include Calligraphy practice in your travels. For one of these tips you don't even need your Calligraphy supplies. These tips are a small ways to add Calligr…

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55 | 3 Powerful Scriptures To Meditate On During Your Creative Practice 12:22

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Situations in your life have you down? Are you stuck in negative thought patterns? Are you looking on scripture to meditate on while doing Calligraphy? Mama, we can always go to Bible to find uplifting verses to get our minds out of the negative. In this episode, I meditate on 3 meaningful verses about stillness. I talk about how Calligraphy is the…

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54 | 3 Game-Changing Tips For Writing Lowercase Letters More Mindfully And Beautifully (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 9:01

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Are your letters coming out shaky? You try But your letters not coming out like others you have seen? In today's episode I share the 3 uncommon tips that moves the needle on writing beautiful letters. When your trying to write beautiful letters many times your told "just practice". But there are some more effective and intentional strategies to mak…

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53 | From Stressed to Supported! 5 Steps to Get Your Husband's Support With Your Creative Me-Time 13:37

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Are you finding it hard to fit creative time in? Are you trying to manage your time all by yourself? Are you having a hard time getting your husband on board? In today's episode I share the steps I followed to get my husband to help me with my creative block. A lot of the time as women we think we have to manage and control everything ourselves. Bu…

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52 | Flourishing On One Income: 6 Ways To Save Money Learning Calligraphy The Proper Way For Beginners 17:40

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Does it seem impossible to afford Calligraphy lessons on one budget? Do feel like you're not able to learn something fun for yourself because of your budget? Is just paying for groceries stretching you thin? Mama I got you! In today's episode I'm sharing 6 ways you can still wisely afford Calligraphy on a small budget. These tips range from the bud…

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51 | Stop Scrolling On Your Phone And Pick Up Your Pen! How Social Media Keeps You From Achieving Your God Given Purpose 20:23

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Stuck scrolling on your phone? Looking to break the cycle of escaping to your phone? Want to get off social media? Mama you can! Today I'm diving into what scrolling on social media is actually stealing from you besides your time. I talk about why it's a big source of distraction and other brain enrichment that is lost by spending too much time on …

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50 | Worried About The Time It Takes To Make Beautiful Lettering? 4 Strategies I Used To Learn Calligraphy Faster 16:55

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Are you tired of not progressing in you Calligraphy? Wondering how you can improve faster? Today I give you the 4 stragedies I used to become a successful in Calligraphy within 2 years. You will learn how why coaching works and quality practice is better than quantity. If you want to learn faster, this episode is for you! Your Calligrafriend, Joann…

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49 | Spring Into Calligraphy!: 8 Ways to Add Fun And Play in Your Calligraphy Spring Time Art 13:41

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Are you bored with your currrent creative practice? Looking for new things to add in the spring? On today's episode I talk about 8 new and fun activities to add to your Calligraphy practice in the Spring time! You'll learn how to use this season for inspiration, key things to remember to do in the Spring and just have a tons of fun! If you're excit…

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48 | Difficulty Transitioning Smoothly Between Thick And Thin Strokes? 3 Ways Learning Simple Strokes Makes This Easier (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 11:28

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Have you tried Calligraphy before and struggle on the thin and thick strokes? Does it seem very hard to do Calligraphy smoothly? Mama, it doesn't have to be! In this episode, I give you the secret to making practicing Calligraphy easier and simpler: The Basic Strokes. By learning the Basic Strokes first, you learn Calligraphy with a simpler progres…

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47 | How To Process And Heal From A Gut Wrenching Betrayal By A Christian Friend 17:57

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Have you felt the stung of betrayal? Especial by Christian friend? Sadly betrayal is common, just read the stories in the Bible. On today's episode I dive into how to process grief from a betrayal, a helpful posture to have and how to start processing forgiviness You'll learn tips that will help you bring you through to the other side to healing an…

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46 | Procreate Calligraphy 101: A Quick Way To Create Beautiful Art When You’re Short On Time With Kestrel Montes 42:29

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Are you short on time but want to fit in Calligraphy? Do you want an easy way to use Calligraphy for Digital Art? In this episode, I invite Kestrel Montes to introduce us to procreate Calligraphy it's benefits and downsides. We also talk about how Kestrel learned Calligraphy (including a funny story), the difference between digital and digitize and…

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45 | Feeling Too Overwhelemed And Anxious To Do Art? Start Holistic Routines To Ditch Burnout With Caroline Henderson 31:59

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Mama do you currently have life-giving routines? Are you constantly feeling stressed and overwhelemed? On today's episode Caroline Henderson spills the tea on how she helps moms (especially homeschooling moms) connect with God to learn how to heal and create holistic habits. You'll learn why it's important to think holistically, and why it's import…

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44 | Is Calligraphy A Luxury Or Non-Essential? 4 Reasons This Underrated Art Brings Focus, Fun And Creativity For Mamas 18:29

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Do you feel you don't have time for Calligraphy? Is Calligraphy too expensive to learn? On today's episode I dive into 4 great benefits of Calligraphy, for moms! I talk about why Calligraphy isn't too expensive to learn and why handwriting still matters in this digital age. I share a how Calligraphy have helped me in my motherhood. I'll show you ho…

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43 | Basic Strokes 101: Why You Shouldn't Start Learning Calligraphy With Writing Words (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 10:46

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Are you practicing Calligraphy with words and seeing slow progress? Mama, this is a COMMON mistake to beginners who haven't had a good understanding of what Calligraphy is. In this episode, I introduce the basic strokes and why they take your Calligraphy to the next level. After listening to this episode, you'll understand the benefits of practicin…

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42 | How To Encourage Others In Their Faith When You Are Feeling Discouraged 20:58

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Are you feeling so overwhelemed and discouraged by life? Did life shock or surprise you with a gut wrenching event? But even in the place of running empty emotionally do you feel God calling you to help someone? In this episode, I give 3 reasons why we should take the little we feel we have emotionally and spiritually and still help others that are…

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41 | Need To Rest And Slow Down? How Calligraphy Warm Up Drills Transitions You To Reducing Stress And Play (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 13:23

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Would you like your Calligraphy to be more smooth? Do you wonder if you only need more practice to improve? In this episode, I answer the questions above, and give you many reasons why warmups should be included in your Calligraphy practice routine After listening to this episode, you'll understand the benefits of warmups and how it helps you trans…

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40 | Pointed Pen Materials 101: How To Write Elegantly With The Proper Tools For Time Saving Moms (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 15:31

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Do you wish to create elegant letters with the pointed pen? Do you want to do Calligraphy with ink? Are you wondering what tools you should get? In this episode, I give you all the tools you need to start learning Pointed Pen Calligraphy and to make it portable. As a busy mom, we need more flexiblity, cleanliness and portability and our tools shoul…

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39 | Uncertain Whether The Issue Is Your Tools Or Technique? 3 Quick Hacks To Help You Figure It Out! 9:39

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Mama are you trying to do Calligraphy and it's not working out? Are you having a hard time getting ink to flow? Or letters to look ok? It's so frustrating to spend time trying to diagnose an issue rather than writing beautiful letters! In this episode, I give 3 quick hacks you can do to help you decide if it's your tool or something that you are do…

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38 | How God Gifted A Mom Of 12 With The Joy Of Scripture Calligraphy With Angenise Rawls 31:32

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Do you dream of writing scripture beautifully? Would you love to gift others with beautifully written scripture? Or would you want to learn how to write scripture Calligraphy to decorate your house? In this episode, I interview Angenise Rawls who shares her beautiful journey of how God guided her to learning Calligraphy. And how she now has ministr…

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37 | How To Write Pain Free With 5 Quick Fixes 13:55

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Are you tired of hand pain? Have your kids been complaining that their hand hurts? Are you nervous about your shaky hands? In this episode, I talk about 5 fixes that are easy and quick to do to reduce both hand pain and shaky hand. Anyone can implement these fixes including you kids! Get ready to improve your writing so you can write longer and mor…

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36 | Slouching At Your Desk? 5 Tips For Creating An Efficient And Comfortable Handwriting Space 12:09

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Have you wondered how to setup up your desk to do Calligraphy well? Are you struggling with shoulder, back, knee or neck pain when writing? Are you looking for a more comfortable position to write in? Where is the best place to put your lamp? In this episode, I give you 5 basic tips you have NOT thought about when setting up your Calligraphy space.…

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35 | The Benefits of Brush Pen Calligraphy For Busy Moms And The Tools You Need To Get Started (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 14:46

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Are you hoping to use Calligraphy in Bible journaling, greeting cards and your other artistic projects? Are you looking for a quick way without risking spilling ink? Or are you just looking for a style that's more approachable in this season of your life? In this episode, I give you all the tools you need to start learning Brush Pen Calligraphy. It…

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34 | 6 Common Myths To Debunk When Getting Started In Calligraphy 16:22

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Have you ever been surprised when learning Calligraphy? Maybe something didn't go as expected or you get trapped in thinking there's only a certain way to learn Calligraphy? It's time to shed some light on some of the common misleading information. In this episode, I talk about 6 common myths about Calligraphy that I see on the internet All. THE. T…

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33 | Short on Time And On A Budget? Pencil Calligraphy Is The Fun And Relaxing Way to Make Beautiful Letters (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 11:47

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Pencil Calligraphy is a legit form of Calligraphy that many people enjoy. It's a great fit for moms because of the flexibility and minimal tools. In this episode I go over all the tools you need to do Pencil Calligraphy successfully. I hope this inspires you to start today! Your Calligrafriend, Joanna Mentioned in this episodes: Blackwing Pencils: …

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32 | Calligraphy Materials 101: 10 Basics Before Grabbing Your Tools (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 18:39

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Hey Callie (Beautiful!), Are you excited about getting you tools for Calligraphy ? Are you looking forward to getting fun and juicy pens? In this episode a share *10 things to consider before going out and buying to avoid the common mistakes. Those 10 basics are: Make sure you did Step 1 and 2 Calligraphy tools are not expensive. Have the correct p…

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31 | Need To Get More Lessons? Find Out If Calligraphy Self Paced Course Or Coaching Is Right For You (Part 2) 11:55

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Today I cover the pros and cons of Self Pace and Calligraphy 1:1 Coaching. Both are fantastic options for a mom looking for flexibility when learning. Self- Pace gives you a lot of freedom in your learning pace while Coaching allows you to go deeper. This episode will save your money and time as you find the best type of Calligraphy class for you! …

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30 | Need To Get More Lessons? 3 Types of Calligraphy Classes That Fits Best With Your Schedule For Busy Moms (Part 1) 11:48

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You might not be aware that there are different types of Calligraphy classes that you can choose. There are In-Person workshops, Online workshops, self -paced and coaching. In this episode, I talk about the pros and cons through the perspective of a busy mom. This episode will save your money and time as you find the best type of Calligraphy class …

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29 | Enough Of The Mom Guilt! 5 Uplifting Reasons Why Moms Should Learn Calligraphy 21:41

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Today I have five uplifting reasons you can let go of guilt and pursue Calligraphy if that's the passion that God placed on you heart. I was at this crossroads 5 years ago when I started learning Calligraphy. I felt bad leaving my kids at home without me. I questioned whether I was doing the right thing. I hope this episodes uplifts you and removes…

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28 | How To Find Great Calligraphy Teachers Easily For Any Script You've Been Wanting To Learn (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 16:58

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Hey mama, Are you looking for a Calligraphy Teacher and different learning options? Today I give 4 ways and 2 bonus ways to find Calligraphy teachers with online and in-person options. Not all of these ways are obvious as a beginner Calligraphy. A few of them took me months to figure out. I want YOU to be able to get started on your Calligraphy jou…

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27 | Modern Vs.Traditional Calligraphy: Find Your Calligraphy Style For Creative Moms (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 15:39

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Hey Mama, The differences between Modern and Traditional Calligraphy is another big distinction to understand in the Calligraphy world. But more importantly, which one should YOU learn? If you want to do both, which one should you learn first? Would learning Modern Calligraphy make you more creative? Tune in to get all the answers and understand wh…

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26 | Struggling To Tell Calligraphy From Cursive? Here’s 4 Differences You Need To Know (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series) 12:35

9M ago12:35

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Calligraphy and Cursive look so similar! How do we tell them apart? I dive into differences and similarities and a little bit of history to give you more context. This episode will make it easier to understand them! I hope you take away that you can use both Cursive and Calligraphy for enjoyment in writing. Your Calligrafriend, Joanna Books mention…

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25 | 5 Benefits To Learning Beautiful Copperplate Script For Moms 11:15

9M ago11:15

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Hey Mama, Today we dive into the benefits of learning Copperplate script for moms. Copperplate Script orginated in the 1700s and had a revival in 2010. If your goals for learning Calligraphy are wanting to make money, make trendy cards or be able to write more formally, this episode is for you! Don't miss the benefits of writing this beautiful 'Han…

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24 | Express Yourself In Multiple Ways! 2 Categories Of Calligraphy Scripts You Need To Know (Complete Guide to Calligraphy Series) 16:48

9M ago16:48

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A lot of people think Calligraphy is just learning one script, a handwriting style. But there are actually many styles you can learn and mix together. Today I talk about about two main type of styles with names of scripts and a brief history. Be excited to have your world of handwriting grow bigger! Your Calligrafriend, Joanna Broad Edge Scripts me…

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23 | How To Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Guide 13:36

9M ago13:36

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Hey Mama, If you have been dabbling in Calligraphy without a plan - this episode is for YOU! Together we will go through 10 steps to learning how to make your own beautiful Calligraphy pieces. This includes everything from getting tools, setting up your desk, writing your first words then to making your own pieces. If learning Calligraphy has been …

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22 | Ready To Learn Calligraphy Mama? Start by Renewing Your Mind With Romans 12 10:38

9M ago10:38

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Hey Mama, This week we'll talk about your plan to Learn Calligraphy in 2025! But first, let's bring that plan to God. In this episode I talk about how Romans 12 inspire us to renew our minds and give us a attitude to follow while learning a new skill. Included is a simple actionable step to help in renewing our mind and get prepared to learn Callig…