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!
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✨ 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
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
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 transition from a stressful day to a time for play. If you are looking to improve fast and make your practice more efficient, this one is for you! Looking forward to your peaceful Calligraphy practice.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
⭐ Calligraphy Coaching with me!
⭐Become an Email Insider! wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐Join my FREE Community group, The Calligraphy Club and get the Dandelion Warmup wildplainscalligraphy.com/community
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Related Episodes:
23 | How To Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Guide
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
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 should be aligned with this.
After listening to this episode, you'll know exactly what to buy and what details to look out for. If you're one that likes to have good information before buying tools this one is definitely for you. I can't wait to see your pointed pen Calligraphy
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Beginner Pointed pen: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/moblique-pastel-dual-penholder?aff=15
INKMETHIS PEN HOLDER for hand pain:
Favorite Nibs: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/tachikawa-g?aff=15 , https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/hunt-101-nib?aff=15
Foldable Water cup: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/clic-and-go-foldable-water-pot?aff=15
Dinky Dips: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/small-screw-top-dinky-dip?aff=15
Walnut Ink: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/daniel-smith-walnut-ink?aff=15
Sumi Ink: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/moon-palace-sumi-ink?aff=15
Transfer Pipetts: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/transfer-pipettes-pack-of-9?aff=15
Paper Pad: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/jnb-copperplate-engrossers-pads?aff=15
Container to hold nibs: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/slim-line-case-6-bin?aff=15
Clear Mesh Bag: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/mesh-bag-with-handles-12-x-16?aff=15
Clear Pencil Case: https://amzn.to/3Y4JXon
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Related Episodes:
37 | Shaky Hand? Painful Writing? 5 Quick Fixes For Pain-Free Calligraphy
33 | Short on Time And On A Budget? Pencil Calligraphy Is The Fun And Relaxing Way to Make Beautiful Letters
23 | How To Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Guide
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
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 doing wrong. These are the first things I check when I run into a snag and I want to share then with you!
These hacks will give you an easy way to diagnose the problem and know if you need more help. If you want to spend less time with issues and more time writing, this episode is for you!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Email me: Joanna@wildplainscalligraphy.com If these tips helped or you would like 1:1 coaching
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
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 ministry blessing others with her skill.
You will gather so much on what it's like to be a Calligraphy beginner and relate to Angenise's path of being a mother of 12 while learning a new skill. She shares some avenues that didn't work for her in learning and how joining a community made a big difference. If you love God stories, you don't want to miss this one!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Angenise Rawl on Instagram and TikTock: @thegracefulpenstudio
Her Website: https://www.thegracefulpenstudio.com/
www.pinterest.com/thegracefulpenstudio
www.youtube.com/thegracefulpenstudio
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
37 | How To Write Pain Free With 5 Quick Fixes
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
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 more comfortably. Mama I want to keep you pain free! If you love to reduce pain and improve your ergonomic positioning, this episode is for you! These tips will boost your focus and make it easier to write.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Pad pucks: To make a slant table: https://amzn.to/3XfSIM7
Sumo grip mechanical pencils with thicker grip (highly recommend): https://amzn.to/3QzTvn9
Artline Stix (My fav marker for kids with a thick grip): https://amzn.to/4gXFV7Z
Kestrel's INKMETHIS thick grip pen holder
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
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. I talk about how to reduce pain, how high you should sit, why the size of your desk can matter and the optimal place to put your light source.
If you love to reduce pain and write in the proper position, this episode is for you! These tips will boost your focus and make it easier to write. Looking forward to your comfortable focus time.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
My lamp: https://amzn.to/41rJGxP
foot/leg stool: https://amzn.to/4k4Mdp4
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Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
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's easy to get stuck buying multiple type of brush pens and not knowing which ones will work or not.
After listening to this episode, you'll know exactly what to buy and what details to look out for. If you're one that likes to have good information before buying tools this one is definitely for you. I can't wait to see your brush pen Calligraphy
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Pentel Touch Sign Fude Pen
Tombow Fudenoske
Rhodia Notebook
Artline Stix
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Related Episodes:
33 | Short on Time And On A Budget? Pencil Calligraphy Is The Fun And Relaxing Way to Make Beautiful Letters
12 | Origin Story: How I Became A Calligraphy Teacher For Kids
My instagram page
My first workbook is availiable on Etsy
Monday Feb 17, 2025
34 | 6 Common Myths To Debunk When Getting Started In Calligraphy
Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
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. TIME. Not knowing that these are myths can but you in a box at the start of your Calligraphy journey and may cause slower growth. Or it may cause you to choose a direction you didn't really want to choose as it did for me.
Let's dive in and uncover these myths so you can have better expectations for the beginning of YOUR Calligraphy journey. If you're one that likes to have good information before learning a new skill, this one is definitely for you. I hope this inspire you to more writing!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
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Related Episodes:
Modern Vs.Traditional Calligraphy: Find Your Calligraphy Style For Creative Moms
24 | Express Yourself In Multiple Ways! 2 Categories Of Calligraphy Scripts You Need To Know
20 | Why Tracing Is NOT The Best Way To Learn To Write Beautiful Letters For Your Kids
8 | Looking For Calligraphy Materials? Ditch The Generic Calligraphy Kit To Help Your Child Learn Successfully
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy : https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoannaKettle
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
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: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-set-of-12
Mars Lumograph: https://www.amazon.com/STAEDTLER-break-resistant-super-bonded-100-G12/dp/B0014E2S0Q/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1
Rubber Kneeded eraser: https://www.jetpens.com/Prismacolor-Kneaded-Rubber-Eraser-Medium/pd/15859
Rhodia Notebook: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/rhodia-dot-grid-pad (You don't need high quality paper for pencil Calligraphy but it makes your Calligraphy look better)
⭐Join my FREE Community group, The Calligraphy Club And See Some Pencil Calligraphy Videos: 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
⭐ Join Stef Gass's Free Podcasting Bootcamp NOW and let them know I sent ya: stefaniegass.com/bootcamp
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy : https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoannaKettle
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
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 paper weight
Choose the pen based on the style or script of Calligraphy
Pen tip styles, chisel, pointed, small, medium and large
Start with a notebook for practice
Using a dip pen you’ll need more supplies
Use a blotter
Have a ring binder or paper accordian to save your work
Date your best work
Listen to the episode to learn the why and get a smart start to your Calligraphy journey.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
* I accidently order the 10 basics incorrectly in the episode. Oops! They are all there
P.S. I will have my own material list coming later this month. Thank for your patience! 🙏
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