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Tools & Supplies / Oblique Ballpen

« on: February 10, 2016, 09:36:46 AM »

Hi, everyone!

I thought of sharing with you all a pen hack idea I got from Gail (@the_md_writes). I showed a mini demo here: https://www.instagram.com/p/BBg1nC9l_uG/

But basically, all you need to do is remove the ballpoint refill from your pen, wrap a small strip of tape around it, and slip inside the crow quill slot of the bullock flange. It's a perfect tool for drills on the go without worrying about ink spills

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Coffee & Nib-bles / Send a message to space!

« on: April 15, 2015, 02:35:46 PM »

I saw this on my FB feed this morning. It's so cool!

http://www.iradio.ie/blog/girl-writes-giant-message-in-the-desert-to-her-astronaut-father/

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Coffee & Nib-bles / Coloring Book for Adults

« on: March 06, 2015, 10:10:26 AM »

I would want to get me one of this!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2981484/British-author-sells-million-copies-colouring-book-adults.html

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Tools & Supplies / 3D Pen for Calligraphy?!

« on: February 25, 2015, 12:49:05 PM »

I'm not sure if you guys have heard of this already, so sharing this anyway. It's a 3D printing pen

http://the3doodler.com/

**Schin, I thought of you and your ever so gorgeous artwork!

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Coffee & Nib-bles / If calligraphy never existed...

« on: February 18, 2015, 10:45:04 PM »

What do you think you'd end up doing instead?

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Tools & Supplies / Mold on Higgins Eternal Ink?

« on: February 17, 2015, 02:26:07 PM »

I haven't used this ink for a couple of weeks and when I'm about to use it today, I found some foreign substance swimming on the surface. Is that mold? I've never experienced mold on inks so I don't know what it looks like. Is it still safe to use the ink or should I discard completely? Help!!! 

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Coffee & Nib-bles / Titanium Zebra G Nib Giveaway

« on: February 17, 2015, 10:40:11 AM »

Hi everyone!

With permission from Erica to post this here, I am happy to share with you all that I am hosting my first giveaway on my Instagram page: @iamjudyg

Hope to see you there! Happy Tuesday!!

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Coffee & Nib-bles / Setting the mood for practice

« on: January 20, 2015, 12:51:24 PM »

Hi everyone,

I'm curious how one sets up the mood for their calligraphy practice?

I don't have a personal desk, nor a dedicated space (yet!). You will find me stalking on Instagram posts before doing my drills on the kitchen counter (often times, with cookies and dark hot choco!) Seeing dreamy handwriting really motivates me to level up my practice.

What about you? And...do you have a playlist?

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Coffee & Nib-bles / Happy Weekend!

« on: January 16, 2015, 11:20:47 PM »

Hi everyone,

Just because I'm so happy to be here, here's a cyber (spicy mexican hot chocolate) cookie from me to you

Enjoy your weekend,
Judy

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Introductions / Hello from the Yellow Brick Road :)

« on: January 16, 2015, 04:53:03 PM »

Hi everyone,

My name is Judy. I'm originally from the Philippines, but now live in Kansas with my very own pair of sparkly red shoes I came here to do my Master's in Software Engineering. Yes, I may be classified as a (computer) geek, but I really am a foodie at heart. I have date nights every Friday with my kitchen, baking to my heart's content.

Just a couple of months ago, I took the (major) leap to the wonderful world of calligraphy. I will be forever grateful to my friend, Mandy, who gave me a quick calligraphy-101 sesh in a coffee shop. I was told that practice is key, and she was right. I was able to see results, but not instantly, though. I have discovered patience and diligence were part of the essentials, too!

I know there's soooo much more to learn (and shout-out to Erica for allowing me to join the forum), but I'm already proud of what I have accomplished so far. I never knew I had it in me. No exaggerations, but for the first time in years, I got to appreciate my own handwriting. 

Every night is now a date night with my pen, with occasional cookies (or muffins!) and dark hot chocolate on the side.

I am really really excited to be here and am hoping to meet many new friends.

Happy weekend!

ps
I have a confession: I'm slowly becoming a (nib and pen) hoarder, too. Well...that's because everything I see are all dreamy and worth having. I'm sure you'd all agree.