Wow – with the big day of love 1 week away I thought I would have a flash sale for an original print with some of my favorite song lyrics from The Postal Service.

Written on nice black paper with pink shimmer ink – this is modern and romantic… and a daily reminder to have a movie type ending to each day.  Each piece measures 5×7 and is an original work of art.

Purchase now for USD $20 + shipping, all orders will ship priority mail on Saturday, February 10 for delivery by Tuesday, February 12, 2013*!

*Delivery based on shipping times for the continental united states.

Can you believe it is alread the holiday season?  I need to work on getting my cards out to the family… asap!

My etsy shop is full of fun holiday items.  A wreath stamp and watercolor greeting cards.  Best part – everything is on sale by 15% through midnight tonight with the code Save15

I was looking through my photograph files (and trying to organize) and found this photo of personalized note cards.  I just love the simple lettering, each by hand and original with a color coordinating duplexed paper for the back.  So they were extra heavy and you could feel the texture of the ink of the paper.

A set of these would be such a lovely hostess gift or for a child learning to write (and value) thank you notes.  A set of 25 in a style and color of your choice on white or ivory paper with corresponding envelopes for $100. (email me to order!)

Wow – back in the June 2011 issue of Traditional Home Magazine I had a few great shots of my calligraphy partnered with the lovely paper stylings of Orange Spot Pink Nose.  (pages 64 and 66 if you have the print copy!)

L.A. based event planner Rachel Hollis put together a refresh of the white china chosen years ago with new bold service plates and linens.  This inspired a lovely rich and warm new look for the dining table.  You can see my hand lettered menu and place cards that hang on the back of each chair rather than at the head of the place setting.

I love the look and functionality of this – frees up valuable space on the table for all the plates, glasses and silverware! You can also see a little hand lettered tag for a sweet take home treat – perfect end to a evening with friends.

On a side note – you can also see my menus used by Rachel for a TV segment on Fox 5 San Diego talking about Valentine’s Day on a Budget :-)

Wow!  It’s amazing that June is already here – May completely passed me by!

I am excited to share this Memorial Day Entertaining Guide (a little late but still applicable to summer entertaining), my calligraphy was paired up with a wonderful segment by Kim Whitman on the Today Show for Memorial Day.

photo from Kim’s blog

Kim put together a fun popcorn bar and used my lettering for the item signs.  They turned out super cute with the red and blue paper with white lettering and fun ribbon accents.

photos from video screen shots.

I really love the little signs with the modern take on the red paper border only being on the top & bottom rather than all the way around.  Also – who doesn’t love how much the white ink pops on that gorgeous navy blue card?  It’s about as yummy as the popcorn bar and toppings!

Check out more on the video clip or on Kim’s Blog!

Today I am finally allowed to announce something that has been in the making since….April!  You are now looking at one of the newest calligraphers and designers for Bella Figura.  Two of my original designs for the new year are up and can be found here and here.

If you are not familiar with Bella Figura, they are a luxury letterpress and stationery company based out of Syracuse, New York who has a love for letterpress and a nice deep impression with punches of color and pushing the limits in options and combinations to their clients.

Without further delay I am proud to announce:

Mitty

Julian

and a collaboration with Kyle Laatsch – Modern World

Each is customizable in ink color, edge painting, liner color and pattern, corner rounding and paper color.  Bella Figura is also launching their new foil offering… I would love to see someone do my lettering with foil! (check out my fav – glamourous blooms!)

And thank you to Style Me Pretty for a lovely announcement on the launch of the new collection!

Good Morning all!

I am pleased to finally announce a lovely little digital download available for your Thanksgiving holiday.  Calligraphy place cards!  Yay!  These are perfect to add a touch of calligraphy to your holiday table, or to use for guests to write a note of their blessings to share or even to create a fun bunting of thankfulness.

Mitty in Brown

The file comes with instructions on cutting & folding for 4 of the same place cards per sheet measuring 8.5×11″  Easy to print from home or take to your favorite printer.  Please use for personal use only – not for commercial or resale.

Zanner in Orange

There are 4 different options to choose from: Mitty in dark brown or orange and Zanner in dark brown and orange.  Each file sells for $10 each or a pack of all 4 for $30 (buy 3 get 1 free!)

Mitty & Zanner in orange & brown

Purchase exclusively on the blog here!  The digital file will be e-mailed as a .pdf.  Please ensure the e-mail address left in checkout is current :-)

Zanner digital place cards in Brown

copyright: The Left Handed Calligrapher – for personal use only, please do not share or use for commercial uses or resale

Wow – it is the start of august and hot, hot, hot.  While it is hard to start thinking about the holiday season – it is only 3.5 months away!  Time to consider a custom design from The Left Handed Calligrapher & addressing to make your life easy during the very busy and joyous season to ensure your cards are actually sent out!

We did this last year for the lovely Paisley Quill holiday cards. Mitty lettering in crisp white ink on a pine green envelope.  Love!

We have had some nice press recently about our address stamps.  Thanks so much to Amy with Sincerely Yours Paper for your sweet blog on our lettering that added to your stamp wall!

Photos by Amy – it was tough for me to choose my favorite so be sure to click the link and see more of the lovelies.

And a big thanks to Alyssa with More Lane for your quick blog of the “I can hardly stand it & must share” variety after receiving your new stamp. :-)

photo by More Lane

Happy clients = a very happy calligrapher!

{PS} – I have some wonderful posts planned over the next few weeks for projects with Mrs. Amy Nelson Hannon that I cannot wait to share.  You will love our little collaborations!

Back in December I had the pleasure of addressing envelopes for the fun Gingerbread House decorating party for Wedding Planners hosted by The Crescent Hotel. Since the invitation was blue and white with a little bit of red lettering – I decided red ink on the address was a perfect fit. To give it a fun holiday feel, the lettering is a bit more whimsical with just the right amount of curly cues.

Here of some shots from the event by the so talented Rebecca Lorrine!

Our Fantastic Host and Hostess – many thanks for the wonderful evening!

Some of the Planners (Shari Johns from As You Wish, Emily Youngblood from Blessed Unions and Micki Novak from Dream Weddings and Me)

The Lovely Paige Chenault getting her decorating goodies

A little decorating for me!

And Kailey Posey being a rock star decorator.

Another big thanks to Rebecca for capturing the evening :-)