Keeping Beautiful Handwriting Alive | Cursive, Print, Calligraphy, Teach Handwriting, Homeschool Handwriting Curriculum, Fun Handwriting Practice, Digital Age, Outside
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Welcome To Keeping Beautiful Handwriting Alive by Joanna Kettle @ Wild Plains Calligraphy
Actually fun handwriting with timeless techniques for Homeschooling Families.
Handwriting skills are being lost in this generation. It is a skill, an art, and a form of human expression worth preserving but schools are no longer teaching it. Kids are bored to tears while trying to learn it. They cry because they also feel the pressure of not being able to make letters perfectly. We want better for our children so they can not only read grandma's handwriting but write just as beautifully!
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But not with pressure.
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Not with perfectionism.
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And not with joyless worksheets.
With making handwriting FUN and sharing simple steps to write beautifully
Because the benefits of handwriting are vast.
Stop scrolling on your phone and pick up your pen! Let's Keep Beautiful Handwriting Alive!
DO THIS NEXT:
✨ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle. My weekly newsletter for parents wanting to teach beautiful handwriting to their children : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
GET IN CONTACT WITH JOANNA:
📧 Email : joanna@wildplainscalligraphy.com
***TOP 3% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST***
Welcome To Keeping Beautiful Handwriting Alive by Joanna Kettle @ Wild Plains Calligraphy
Actually fun handwriting with timeless techniques for Homeschooling Families.
Handwriting skills are being lost in this generation. It is a skill, an art, and a form of human expression worth preserving but schools are no longer teaching it. Kids are bored to tears while trying to learn it. They cry because they also feel the pressure of not being able to make letters perfectly. We want better for our children so they can not only read grandma's handwriting but write just as beautifully!
-
But not with pressure.
-
Not with perfectionism.
-
And not with joyless worksheets.
With making handwriting FUN and sharing simple steps to write beautifully
Because the benefits of handwriting are vast.
Stop scrolling on your phone and pick up your pen! Let's Keep Beautiful Handwriting Alive!
DO THIS NEXT:
✨ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle. My weekly newsletter for parents wanting to teach beautiful handwriting to their children : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
GET IN CONTACT WITH JOANNA:
📧 Email : joanna@wildplainscalligraphy.com
Episodes
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
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 will give you a resource to that inspires you that more is possible. You can step into those goals and ambitions that you have on your heart. And more importantly you can have the time to learn Calligraphy.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned In this Episode:
Amanda Schenkenberger helps moms calm the chaos and confidently homeschool. She leverages her own experience as a homeschooled kid and now mother of four boys inside her programs at HomeschoolFamilyLegacy.com where she coaches moms to blend rigorous academics with joyful, connected learning.
Book: www.homeschoolfamilylegacy.com/overwhelmed
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConfidentHomeschoolMoms
Website: www.homeschoolfamilylegacy.com
Toolkit
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐Get on the Calligraphy Mama Method waitlist: wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Book 30 minute Creative Mama Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
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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 wondered if there’s a way to bring your faith into it, but don’t know where to start.
Hi, I’m Joanna. When I first became a stay-at-home mom with two little ones under two, my world revolved around taking care of my family. Leaving little room for my own needs. Life felt repetitive and dull. Even though the house was cleaned, I felt bored and unfulfilled.That shifted when learning Calligraphy changed my life! This art brought calm to my mind, beauty to my days, and a fresh sense of joy and purpose. It became a creative and productive outlet that gave me something to look forward to, and a path for personal growth.
I want to share with you the soul fulfillment of writing beautiful letters.
In this podcast, you’ll:*Learn how to make time for Calligraphy in your busy day*Discover the many emotional and mental benefits of this art*Get a clear, simple plan to learn Calligraphy quickly and effectively*Be inspired by scripture and the Holy Spirit to focus your mind on what is good and lovely*Receive guidance on the tools and next steps to take on your journey*Connect with Calligrafriends and find accountability in a supportive community
Stop scrolling on your phone and pick up your pen! Let's Create Beauty!
Next Steps:✨ Join the Calligraphy Insider for episode visuals, discounts, weekly inspiration, and free Calligraphy Club access : wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider📧 Email me at: hello@wildplainscalligraphy.com
Monday Jul 21, 2025
Monday Jul 21, 2025
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 care.
I also announce my upcoming course the Calligraphy Mama Method waitlist to help you reclaim that creative time you need. Mama if you need godly inspiration and to feel the Holy Spirit, listen to this episode TODAY to remember that you are SO cherished AND LOVED by an amazing God.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned In this Episode:
Catch Sindy Love in all these places:
Podcast: Live Loved Mom
@livelovedmom
Facebook community
Website: www.livelovedmom.com
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐Get on the Calligraphy Mama Method waitlist: wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Book 30 minute Creative Mama Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jul 14, 2025
Monday Jul 14, 2025
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 things. These steps are meant to be easy no brainers to slowly add creativity through Calligraphy and become a Calligraphy Mama!
I also announce the new name for this podcast, changing the week of this episode and how I will continue to serve you and your children throught the art of beautiful writing. If you are looking to finally step into creativity, this episode is for you!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned In this Episode:
44 | Is Calligraphy A Luxury Or Non-Essential? 4 Reasons This Underrated Art Brings Focus, Fun And Creativity For Mamas
35 | The Benefits of Brush Pen Calligraphy For Busy Moms And The Tools You Need To Get Started (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series)
17 | Still looking for Christmas Gifts? An Easy And Beautiful Gift For A Child Learning Any Calligraphy Script
Chelsi Jo's podcast
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐ Book 30 minute Creative Mama Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
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 the options presented in Calligraphy compared with cursive handwriting. I also include 2 things that holds left handed people back.
If you looking for confidence to step into beautiful writing, despite being left handed or you are looking to help out a left handed friend, this episode is for you.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned In this Episode:
My fav left-handed Calligraphers https://youtu.be/GeAf2ZQonyQ?si=6f0y4qtDGygjmt9d
23 | How To Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Guide
26 | Struggling To Tell Calligraphy From Cursive? Here’s 4 Differences You Need To Know (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series)
32 | Calligraphy Materials 101: 10 Basics Before Grabbing Your Tools (Complete Guide To Calligraphy Series)
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐ Book 30 minute Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jun 30, 2025
Monday Jun 30, 2025
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 Calligraphy to your schedule and easily include your friends, family or fellow travelee. I also include two extra fun Calligraphy activities you can do outside.
If you are looking for easy and social ways to add in the fun of Calligraphy this summer, I got you covered! Go out have fun and practice some Calligraphy!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Desks you can use outside: Townsend's lap desk
Lap table, My fav lap deks for kids
Rhodia notebook
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐ Start "Make Time For Myself " Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jun 23, 2025
55 | 3 Powerful Scriptures To Meditate On During Your Creative Practice
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
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 best medium to meditate on these peaceful verses while being in a physically position of stillness. I also reflect on why these 3 verses are especially revelant for what's going on in our world today.
If you are looking for uplifting verses for your week and how to integrate them to your creative practice, this episode is for you. I pray this blesses you!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐ Start "Make Time For Myself " Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
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 make your letters more beautiful.
If you are looking for 3 simple tips to easily improve your writing, this episode is for you Mama! Looking forwar to your mindful writing.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐ Start "Make Time For Myself " Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
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. But if we ask for help and have a clear plan, our family around us will help us get those rejuvenating times we need.
If you are looking for 5 clear and simple steps to help you communcate you creative outlet needs, to your husband, this episode will get you there.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Next Steps To Start Your Creative Time:
⭐ Start "Make Time For Myself " Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
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 budget friendly to how to afford Calligraphy with no budget for the art. I'm sharing with you tips that I've gleaned in my Calligraphy journey that I wished I knew to save money.
If you're seeking a life where you have a creative outlet, that is nuturing and healing, despite your budget these tips will help you get there.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
Origin Story Episode - where I took a bunch of classes back to back (oops!)
Where to find Calligraphy classes episode
Next Steps To Learn Calligraphy:
⭐ Start "Make Time For Myself " Calligraphy Coaching!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐Join my FREE Community group, The Calligraphy Club wildplainscalligraphy.com/community
⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!








