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Coffee & Nib-bles / Re: Improbable items in the mail (article)
« on: August 31, 2016, 10:30:00 AM »
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Spencerian Script / Re: Spencerian Signatures We Like
« on: August 12, 2016, 12:22:23 AM »
Love spencerian signatures and the posts so far. Looking forward to seeing more.
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Tools & Supplies / Re: Custom made Dinky Dips stand with Jam jars
« on: August 05, 2016, 11:13:08 AM »
I like that jam jars are tilted.
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Copperplate, Engrosser's Script, Roundhand Calligraphy / Re: Copperplate with a Vintage Flex?
« on: August 04, 2016, 11:10:15 AM »
I've stuck a Titanium G nib on a cheap Jinhao and that worked really well. The nib lasted about 2 months before I removed it. It was lovely to write with, and a cheap hack. I've tried the desiderata but didn't like it much because it was either too wet, or you had to tap it before the ink would flow.
I have fountain pens that flex somewhat. I find that unmodified, the fine lines just weren't fine enough for me. For pens on the go, I do like the Custom 74 because it's inexpensive enough for me to flex without worrying about ruining the nib.
I've tried Noodlers and hate them. The nibs are far too stiff.
But at the end of the day, I still prefer my dip nibs for calligraphy.
I have fountain pens that flex somewhat. I find that unmodified, the fine lines just weren't fine enough for me. For pens on the go, I do like the Custom 74 because it's inexpensive enough for me to flex without worrying about ruining the nib.
I've tried Noodlers and hate them. The nibs are far too stiff.
But at the end of the day, I still prefer my dip nibs for calligraphy.
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Tools & Supplies / Re: Nibs similar to Gillot 303
« on: August 01, 2016, 12:35:40 AM »
The Gillot 170 is very sharp and flexible as well. As is the Leonardt Principal.
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Tools & Supplies / Re: Gillott 303 news!
« on: May 09, 2016, 10:27:10 PM »
Looking forward to the verdict on the new 303
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Tools & Supplies / Re: calligraphy supplies in Singapore
« on: February 18, 2016, 07:19:22 AM »
Hi Renee,
It looks like you're interested in modern calligraphy in the style of Molly Suber Thorpe. You can use a straight holder and a Nikko G or Zebra G nib for that. Both of these can be purchased from Art Friend, Overjoyed or Straits Art. These are sufficient to start off with. If you're keen on getting more nibs, then Overjoyed and Straits Art will have more for you to choose from.
For black ink, go for sumi ink or if a greyish tone is alright with you, try Higgins Eternal. Personally I much prefer walnut ink.
Paper-wise, I like Rhodia. A cheaper alternative would be Double AA A4 paper or PaperOne A4 paper (the one in a maroon pack).
I saw Molly's book on sale at Overjoyed. Kino prob carries it as well.
It looks like you're interested in modern calligraphy in the style of Molly Suber Thorpe. You can use a straight holder and a Nikko G or Zebra G nib for that. Both of these can be purchased from Art Friend, Overjoyed or Straits Art. These are sufficient to start off with. If you're keen on getting more nibs, then Overjoyed and Straits Art will have more for you to choose from.
For black ink, go for sumi ink or if a greyish tone is alright with you, try Higgins Eternal. Personally I much prefer walnut ink.
Paper-wise, I like Rhodia. A cheaper alternative would be Double AA A4 paper or PaperOne A4 paper (the one in a maroon pack).
I saw Molly's book on sale at Overjoyed. Kino prob carries it as well.
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Tools & Supplies / Re: Burl Pens
« on: November 23, 2015, 02:33:39 AM »
Wow! These are all beautiful, Heebs.
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Tips for Lefties / Re: Left-handed tips from Master Penman John DeCollibus
« on: October 04, 2015, 07:45:36 PM »
It's great to see John in action here. I've always wondered how he used a right oblique holder as a leftie. Now I know. 
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Workshops & Conference News / Re: Illuminated Initials Class Sept. 2015: MP Harvest Crittenden, Acorn Arts
« on: September 07, 2015, 03:52:17 AM »
Thanks Salman. I have just a couple of days to sign up for the class.
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Workshops & Conference News / Re: Illuminated Initials Class Sept. 2015: MP Harvest Crittenden, Acorn Arts
« on: September 07, 2015, 02:47:18 AM »
does anyone have the list of supplies? I'm tempted to join but am not sure I can get the supplies in time or if I can get them all here
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Introductions / Re: Hi! I'm Katrina from Melbourne, Australia
« on: September 02, 2015, 11:04:45 AM »
Hi Katrina! Glad to see you've settled in really well in Melbourne. Say hi to Lex for me.
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Tools & Supplies / Re: New Finetec palette
« on: August 30, 2015, 07:39:11 AM »
Yes I've tried it. It's great. I did a test of all the colours on black paper on a post in my instagram.
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Completed/Past Exchanges / Re: Favorite Book Exchange Lists are Sent!
« on: August 28, 2015, 08:02:54 AM »
List 6 is out!
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Workshops & Conference News / Re: Illuminated Initials Class Sept. 2015: MP Harvest Crittenden, Acorn Arts
« on: August 17, 2015, 12:41:40 AM »
Thanks for the heads up Amy