Calligraphette
London, United Kingdom |
Calligraphette is taking a short break
Reviews
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Anonymous on Feb 24, 2013
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Anonymous on Feb 24, 2013
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful card! The packaging this arrived in was equally beautiful and could suffice as gift wrapping
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Anonymous on Nov 19, 2012
5 out of 5 starsThe perfect card for a the perfect occasion! Really enjoyed the extra goody :) Great communication! Will purchase from again!
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Anonymous on Sep 7, 2012
5 out of 5 starsLovely card, well packaged and swiftly dispatched. Delighted, many thanks!
About
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A room with a view
Calligraphette - recycling script since 2011
Hi there
I'm based in Clapham, South West London, in the UK which is an area known historically as a bit of a haven for artists, writers and designers (anyone heard of Vivienne Westwood, Orla Kiely, or JK Rowling?).
I work from a spare-room in my flat which I converted into an artist's studio or from my lounge as there is an amazing window which looks out onto a rose garden. In the spare-room studio the piles of paper, books of quotes, books of poetry, materials, card, ink, etc. reside, fighting for space with the piles of products I've designed and made.
Why calligraphy?
It's really a love affair, with deep seeded roots. I've always been drawn to script and I am very keen to explore how the use of the forms and shapes of the letters can be manipulated into imagery.
I mainly work with pen, ink and pencil but I love fabric and I'm not afraid to use materials that I've never used before and apply my craft to these.
If you have any ideas for me to explore then I'd love to hear from you.
xx
Calligraphette - live, love and write beautifully
Around the web
Shop members
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Mary
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator, Calligrapher
Accountant by profession; Calligrapher by choice
Shop policies
I’m a self-taught calligraphist who started out by studying pictures and books of old Celtic manuscripts. I quickly moved on from there to dying my own paper, creating my own lettering style and even hand-stitching my own envelopes! Lately I’ve been pushing myself to experiment with new techniques such as jewellery-making, screen-printing, foiling, all with calligraphy as their core design theme and I’ve even started to explore some art software programs (which is very scary for an ‘IT-o-phile’ but lots and lots of fun). Hopefully you’ll find my work pleasantly surprising and innovative….and with luck, perhaps there is something in my range that you fall in love with, buy, and tell your friends about.
I’m really keen to get feedback so feel free to drop me a line, or if there is something that you would like but can’t exactly find it via my shop then let me know and I may be able to custom something just for you!
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
If you receive an item that is damaged, depending on the item and your requested delivery date, an exchange for your purchase can be arranged at no cost to you. Proof of the damage must be supplied within 14 days of your receipt of the item (ideally photographs).
Payment
On safe receipt of cleared funds from you through PayPal, Calligraphette will dispatch your item within 2-3 business days of my receipt of your payment for all goods in stock.
If payment has not been received within seven days from the original order date, Calligraphette reserve the right to cancel the sale and relist the item.
Shipping
Unless you request otherwise, Calligraphette will use first class post via Royal Mail, to send your item to you. Please note that additional charges may apply for 'priority / special delivery'.
Additional policies and FAQs
As mentioned above, I’m always keen to get feedback from my customers and potential customers so don’t be shy if there is something you would like to ask / comment on!