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 Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
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!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
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Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
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 for you!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episodes:
⭐ Join Stef Gass's Free Podcasting Bootcamp NOW and let them know I sent ya: stefaniegass.com/bootcamp
⭐ Become a Email Insider here to get Romans 12:12 wallpaper!
⭐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
My instagram page
My first workbook is availiable on Etsy : https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoannaKettle
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
29 | Enough Of The Mom Guilt! 5 Uplifting Reasons Why Moms Should Learn Calligraphy
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
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 the burden of guilt.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
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Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
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 journey and easily find the right classes for you. I hope this episode provides you with good options.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episodes:
Southern Califonia Calligraphy guild (Not Southern Calligraphy): https://societyforcalligraphy.org/
List of guilds in North America: https://www.bigskyscribes.org/guilds-organizations-us-canada
https://www.kallicampacademy.com/
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⭐ Script Kids Box: www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy : https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoannaKettle
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
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 which is best for you!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Links mentioned:
Logo I did for Soaps By Oaks (amazing soap!)
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My first workbook is availiable on Etsy : https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoannaKettle
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
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 mentioned:
The Art of Cursive Penmanship by Michael Sull
My fav fun cursive class
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Thursday Jan 16, 2025
25 | 5 Benefits To Learning Beautiful Copperplate Script For Moms
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
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 'Hand".
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Books mentioned:
Penmanship Made Easy by George Bickham
The Universal Penman by George Bickham
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Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
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 mentioned:
Broad Edge Scripts are: Italic (very popular), uncial, Blackletter (gothic) foundational hand, Roman capitals, fraktur, french roundhand
Pointed Pen Scripts mentioned: Copperplate, Engrosser script, Spencerican ,Modern Calligraphy, Italian Hand
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Thursday Jan 09, 2025
23 | How To Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Guide
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
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 on your heart but the how to seems difficult, lean in.
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
Mentioned in this episode:
Speedball books: https://www.michaels.com/product/the-speedball-textbook-25th-edition-D702361S
Nerd Out with the Zanerian Manual: https://masgrimes.com/archive/zanerian-manual
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Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
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 Calligraphy. Don't miss this one!
Your Calligrafriend,
Joanna
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