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Offline AnasaziWrites

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Calling Cards
« on: August 21, 2020, 02:32:46 PM »
Many calling cards were hand written in the 19th Century by very talented penman (for example, A. R. Dunton was said to have written 50 for Charles Dickens, each in a different style--would love to see one of those). I thought this article interesting on the very formal rules for card giving and receiving back then.
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Re: Calling Cards
« Reply #1 on: August 22, 2020, 10:23:38 AM »
I love this! Thank you for sharing! Calling cards have always been a favorite of mine. I even have a small book Victoria Magazine put out that is just calling cards. The design in just a small space is what intrigues me.  :)
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Re: Calling Cards
« Reply #2 on: August 22, 2020, 10:55:38 AM »
Yes, thank you for sharing! I vaguely remember hearing about calling cards a long time ago. I'll admit you've picked my interest and now I've got to research the subject!

I've always been fascinated by the older days when things were made to be functional but also had to be pleasing to look at. Form and function combined at its best.

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Re: Calling Cards
« Reply #3 on: August 22, 2020, 11:22:20 AM »
What a great find. Thanks for sharing, Michael!
@Erica McPhee Wouldn't that be fun and challenging exchange--design your own vintage calling card?

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Re: Calling Cards
« Reply #4 on: August 22, 2020, 11:39:08 PM »
Not sure if these are the same... from Hill's Manual


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Re: Calling Cards
« Reply #5 on: August 23, 2020, 10:55:07 AM »
OOh @handmadeletters I love that idea! On the calendar for next year!

Yes! I like those! Thanks for sharing @InkyFingers:)
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