CHAPTER FOUR

LETTERING AND CARTOUCHES

When you add your own lettering, your calligraphic drawings can be both practical and fun. Combine them on invitations, stationery, menus, advertisements, or anything you’d like. You can take your calligraphy or hand lettering in any direction!

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EMBELLISH YOUR LETTERING

This bold lettering style is quite eye-catching and playful. It’s perfect when your message needs only one or two words to get straight to the point.

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This faux Roman script looks whimsical and fun when it’s handwritten. Its angular nature ...

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