"Lipstick Kisses" Calligraphy Ink
"Lipstick Kisses" Calligraphy Ink
Is it time to add some colour to your handwriting? ABSOLUTELY!
I have carefully handmade a range of different coloured calligraphy inks in the hope that one suits you. Take a look at the full range of colours available in my shop.
*For more information scroll down.
Let your Calligraphy Bloom
A beautiful and balanced calligraphy pen designed to make your work blossom.
Just like the Flourish range, the Bloom's unique Universal Flange makes changing and holding nibs, big or small, an absolute breeze. Simply tighten or loosen the screw and pop your nib of choice in until you have a perfectly snug fit. Probably one of the most important features is the ability to adjust the angle of the nib. As no calligrapher holds their pen in exactly the same way, this feature allows you to achieve the perfect amount of pressure on the page without the dreaded snag!
Beauty is in the eye of the nib holder.
With it's organic compound curves, the body of the pen is as beautiful as it is functional. It's the perfect cross between the Carrot and original Flourish pen, with just the right amount of grip whilst feeling secure and balanced in the hand.
The solid brass tail moves the centre of gravity to the centre of the pen so that you have full control and lightness of touch on your upstrokes.
Secret Nib Compartment.
Nib tins, who needs them. Your Bloom conceals up to 3 nibs, so you can easily take your favourites with you wherever you go.
Other Colours Available
Peony - Pink Calligraphy Pen
Juniper - Black Calligraphy Pen
Let your Calligraphy Bloom
A beautiful and balanced calligraphy pen designed to make your work blossom.
Just like the Flourish range, the Bloom's unique Universal Flange makes changing and holding nibs, big or small, an absolute breeze. Simply tighten or loosen the screw and pop your nib of choice in until you have a perfectly snug fit. Probably one of the most important features is the ability to adjust the angle of the nib. As no calligrapher holds their pen in exactly the same way, this feature allows you to achieve the perfect amount of pressure on the page without the dreaded snag!
Beauty is in the eye of the nib holder.
With it's organic compound curves, the body of the pen is as beautiful as it is functional. It's the perfect cross between the Carrot and original Flourish pen, with just the right amount of grip whilst feeling secure and balanced in the hand.
The solid brass tail moves the centre of gravity to the centre of the pen so that you have full control and lightness of touch on your upstrokes.
Secret Nib Compartment.
Nib tins, who needs them. Your Bloom conceals up to 3 nibs, so you can easily take your favourites with you wherever you go.
Other Colours Available
Peony - Pink Calligraphy Pen
Ivy - Green Calligraphy Pen
Let your Calligraphy Bloom
A beautiful and balanced calligraphy pen designed to make your work blossom.
Just like the Flourish range, the Bloom's unique Universal Flange makes changing and holding nibs, big or small, an absolute breeze. Simply tighten or loosen the screw and pop your nib of choice in until you have a perfectly snug fit. Probably one of the most important features is the ability to adjust the angle of the nib. As no calligrapher holds their pen in exactly the same way, this feature allows you to achieve the perfect amount of pressure on the page without the dreaded snag!
Beauty is in the eye of the nib holder.
With it's organic compound curves, the body of the pen is as beautiful as it is functional. It's the perfect cross between the Carrot and original Flourish pen, with just the right amount of grip whilst feeling secure and balanced in the hand.
The solid brass tail moves the centre of gravity to the centre of the pen so that you have full control and lightness of touch on your upstrokes.
Secret Nib Compartment.
Nib tins, who needs them. Your Bloom conceals up to 3 nibs, so you can easily take your favourites with you wherever you go.
Other Colours Available
Ivy - Green Calligraphy Pen
Juniper - Black Calligraphy Pen
Let your Calligraphy Bloom
A beautiful and balanced calligraphy pen designed to make your work blossom.
Just like the Flourish range, the Bloom's unique Universal Flange makes changing and holding nibs, big or small, an absolute breeze. Simply tighten or loosen the screw and pop your nib of choice in until you have a perfectly snug fit. Probably one of the most important features is the ability to adjust the angle of the nib. As no calligrapher holds their pen in exactly the same way, this feature allows you to achieve the perfect amount of pressure on the page without the dreaded snag!
Beauty is in the eye of the nib holder.
With it's organic compound curves, the body of the pen is as beautiful as it is functional. It's the perfect cross between the Carrot and original Flourish pen, with just the right amount of grip whilst feeling secure and balanced in the hand.
The solid brass tail moves the centre of gravity to the centre of the pen so that you have full control and lightness of touch on your upstrokes.
Secret Nib Compartment.
Nib tins, who needs them. Your Bloom conceals up to 3 nibs, so you can easily take your favourites with you wherever you go.
Other Colours Available
Peony - Pink Calligraphy Pen
Juniper - Black Calligraphy Pen
No More Calligrapher's Claw!
Introducing, the new 'Carrot', designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability. It takes all the best features from the curved Flourish and sprinkles in some new elements:
Firstly, the weight, it will surprise you (in a good way). Once you put pen to paper you'll notice how the weight increases stability and your nib, in turn, will glide across the page.
This reassuring weight paired with the body shape of the carrot will mean you barely have to hold the pen when you write (it will do a lot of the work for you) helping you to avoid the dreaded 'calligrapher claw' and improve your technique in the long run.
The oblique pen is also fitted with a unique universal flange design which holds almost every kind of nib (big and small) and allows you to adjust the angle of the nib, further increasing the 'glide factor' of your writing.
Once you have the pen in your hand I am confident that you'll appreciate the true quality and craftsmanship that has gone into each design decision. Made from precision machined aluminium and brass, it's my hope that it will be something your grandchildren will happily be using in years to come.
I'm really proud of the Carrot and hope that you truly experience the joy of writing with this lovely little pen.
What is a Flourish pen you may ask? Read on if you like the details...
You can now park the pliers and say sayonara to screws. Instead all you need to do is twist the beautifully machined brass nut to the width of your nib and you'll be flourishing in a flash.
My unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF. The Flourish is designed with ultimate comfort and reliability in mind. It's a refined writing instrument built to last a lifetime.
5 x colours: Wisteria, Pink Lemonade, Seaglass, Midnight, Old Rose
No More Calligrapher's Claw!
Introducing, the new 'Carrot', designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability. It takes all the best features from the curved Flourish and sprinkles in some new elements:
Firstly, the weight, it will surprise you (in a good way). Once you put pen to paper you'll notice how the weight increases stability and your nib, in turn, will glide across the page.
This reassuring weight paired with the body shape of the carrot will mean you barely have to hold the pen when you write (it will do a lot of the work for you) helping you to avoid the dreaded 'calligrapher claw' and improve your technique in the long run.
The oblique pen is also fitted with a unique universal flange design which holds almost every kind of nib (big and small) and allows you to adjust the angle of the nib, further increasing the 'glide factor' of your writing.
Once you have the pen in your hand I am confident that you'll appreciate the true quality and craftsmanship that has gone into each design decision. Made from precision machined aluminium and brass, it's my hope that it will be something your grandchildren will happily be using in years to come.
I'm really proud of the Carrot and hope that you truly experience the joy of writing with this lovely little pen.
What is a Flourish pen you may ask? Read on if you like the details...
You can now park the pliers and say sayonara to screws. Instead all you need to do is twist the beautifully machined brass nut to the width of your nib and you'll be flourishing in a flash.
My unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF. The Flourish is designed with ultimate comfort and reliability in mind. It's a refined writing instrument built to last a lifetime.
5 x colours: Wisteria, Pink Lemonade, Seaglass, Midnight, Old Rose
No More Calligrapher's Claw!
Introducing, the new 'Carrot', designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability. It takes all the best features from the curved Flourish and sprinkles in some new elements:
Firstly, the weight, it will surprise you (in a good way). Once you put pen to paper you'll notice how the weight increases stability and your nib, in turn, will glide across the page.
This reassuring weight paired with the body shape of the carrot will mean you barely have to hold the pen when you write (it will do a lot of the work for you) helping you to avoid the dreaded 'calligrapher claw' and improve your technique in the long run.
The oblique pen is also fitted with a unique universal flange design which holds almost every kind of nib (big and small) and allows you to adjust the angle of the nib, further increasing the 'glide factor' of your writing.
Once you have the pen in your hand I am confident that you'll appreciate the true quality and craftsmanship that has gone into each design decision. Made from precision machined aluminium and brass, it's my hope that it will be something your grandchildren will happily be using in years to come.
I'm really proud of the Carrot and hope that you truly experience the joy of writing with this lovely little pen.
What is a Flourish pen you may ask? Read on if you like the details...
You can now park the pliers and say sayonara to screws. Instead all you need to do is twist the beautifully machined brass nut to the width of your nib and you'll be flourishing in a flash.
My unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF. The Flourish is designed with ultimate comfort and reliability in mind. It's a refined writing instrument built to last a lifetime.
5 x colours: Wisteria, Pink Lemonade, Seaglass, Midnight, Old Rose
No More Calligrapher's Claw!
Introducing, the new 'Carrot', designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability. It takes all the best features from the curved Flourish and sprinkles in some new elements:
Firstly, the weight, it will surprise you (in a good way). Once you put pen to paper you'll notice how the weight increases stability and your nib, in turn, will glide across the page.
This reassuring weight paired with the body shape of the carrot will mean you barely have to hold the pen when you write (it will do a lot of the work for you) helping you to avoid the dreaded 'calligrapher claw' and improve your technique in the long run.
The oblique pen is also fitted with a unique universal flange design which holds almost every kind of nib (big and small) and allows you to adjust the angle of the nib, further increasing the 'glide factor' of your writing.
Once you have the pen in your hand I am confident that you'll appreciate the true quality and craftsmanship that has gone into each design decision. Made from precision machined aluminium and brass, it's my hope that it will be something your grandchildren will happily be using in years to come.
I'm really proud of the Carrot and hope that you truly experience the joy of writing with this lovely little pen.
What is a Flourish pen you may ask? Read on if you like the details...
You can now park the pliers and say sayonara to screws. Instead all you need to do is twist the beautifully machined brass nut to the width of your nib and you'll be flourishing in a flash.
My unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF. The Flourish is designed with ultimate comfort and reliability in mind. It's a refined writing instrument built to last a lifetime.
5 x colours: Wisteria, Pink Lemonade, Seaglass, Midnight, Old Rose
No More Calligrapher's Claw!
Introducing, the new 'Carrot', designed for those who like a compact pen holder and a lovely curved body for improved grip and stability. It takes all the best features from the curved Flourish and sprinkles in some new elements:
Firstly, the weight, it will surprise you (in a good way). Once you put pen to paper you'll notice how the weight increases stability and your nib, in turn, will glide across the page.
This reassuring weight paired with the body shape of the carrot will mean you barely have to hold the pen when you write (it will do a lot of the work for you) helping you to avoid the dreaded 'calligrapher claw' and improve your technique in the long run.
The oblique pen is also fitted with a unique universal flange design which holds almost every kind of nib (big and small) and allows you to adjust the angle of the nib, further increasing the 'glide factor' of your writing.
Once you have the pen in your hand I am confident that you'll appreciate the true quality and craftsmanship that has gone into each design decision. Made from precision machined aluminium and brass, it's my hope that it will be something your grandchildren will happily be using in years to come.
I'm really proud of the Carrot and hope that you truly experience the joy of writing with this lovely little pen.
What is a Flourish pen you may ask? Read on if you like the details...
You can now park the pliers and say sayonara to screws. Instead all you need to do is twist the beautifully machined brass nut to the width of your nib and you'll be flourishing in a flash.
My unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF. The Flourish is designed with ultimate comfort and reliability in mind. It's a refined writing instrument built to last a lifetime.
5 x colours: Wisteria, Pink Lemonade, Seaglass, Midnight, Old Rose
Make changing nibs a breeze with Flourish with the most versatile calligraphy pen ever made.
No more pliers and screws, just place your favourite nib in the holder, twist and you’ll be back to flourishing in a flash!
The unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF, so you can draft your creations before committing to ink.
As no two calligraphers are the same, the pen is designed so that you can easily customise the angle of the nib to suit your calligraphy style (and stop that annoying snag on paper on an upstroke). The balance has also been refined so that the centre of gravity sits between your forefinger and your thumb joint, which eliminates that top/bottom heavy feel in your pen.
Your calligraphy style is unique to you, so why shouldn’t your pen be too? It’s the reason each and every pen is dip dyed by hand, lending them their own totally unique characteristics.
Other Colours Available
Turquoise
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Joy (Purple/Green)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
Make changing nibs a breeze with Flourish with the most versatile calligraphy pen ever made.
No more pliers and screws, just place your favourite nib in the holder, twist and you’ll be back to flourishing in a flash!
The unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF, so you can draft your creations before committing to ink.
As no two calligraphers are the same, the pen is designed so that you can easily customise the angle of the nib to suit your calligraphy style (and stop that annoying snag on paper on an upstroke). The balance has also been refined so that the centre of gravity sits between your forefinger and your thumb joint, which eliminates that top/bottom heavy feel in your pen.
Your calligraphy style is unique to you, so why shouldn’t your pen be too? It’s the reason each and every pen is dip dyed by hand, lending them their own totally unique characteristics.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Joy (Purple/Green)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
Make changing nibs a breeze with Flourish with the most versatile calligraphy pen ever made.
No more pliers and screws, just place your favourite nib in the holder, twist and you’ll be back to flourishing in a flash!
The unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF, so you can draft your creations before committing to ink.
As no two calligraphers are the same, the pen is designed so that you can easily customise the angle of the nib to suit your calligraphy style (and stop that annoying snag on paper on an upstroke). The balance has also been refined so that the centre of gravity sits between your forefinger and your thumb joint, which eliminates that top/bottom heavy feel in your pen.
Your calligraphy style is unique to you, so why shouldn’t your pen be too? It’s the reason each and every pen is dip dyed by hand, lending them their own totally unique characteristics.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Turquoise
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
Make changing nibs a breeze with Flourish with the most versatile calligraphy pen ever made.
No more pliers and screws, just place your favourite nib in the holder, twist and you’ll be back to flourishing in a flash!
The unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF, so you can draft your creations before committing to ink.
As no two calligraphers are the same, the pen is designed so that you can easily customise the angle of the nib to suit your calligraphy style (and stop that annoying snag on paper on an upstroke). The balance has also been refined so that the centre of gravity sits between your forefinger and your thumb joint, which eliminates that top/bottom heavy feel in your pen.
Your calligraphy style is unique to you, so why shouldn’t your pen be too? It’s the reason each and every pen is dip dyed by hand, lending them their own totally unique characteristics.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Turquoise
Joy (Purple/Green)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
Make changing nibs a breeze with Flourish with the most versatile calligraphy pen ever made.
No more pliers and screws, just place your favourite nib in the holder, twist and you’ll be back to flourishing in a flash!
The unique design fits nibs as large as a Nikko G, all the way down to smaller nibs like the Brause 66EF, so you can draft your creations before committing to ink.
As no two calligraphers are the same, the pen is designed so that you can easily customise the angle of the nib to suit your calligraphy style (and stop that annoying snag on paper on an upstroke). The balance has also been refined so that the centre of gravity sits between your forefinger and your thumb joint, which eliminates that top/bottom heavy feel in your pen.
Your calligraphy style is unique to you, so why shouldn’t your pen be too? It’s the reason each and every pen is dip dyed by hand, lending them their own totally unique characteristics.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Turquoise
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Joy (Purple/Green)
(Please scroll down for further details)
A little dreamboat of a pen
This calligraphy pen gives you a fantastic experience every time you use it. It's design has been methodically planned to be the best of both form and function. Feeling wonderful in the hand it's contoured body fits snuggly in the hand whilst giving you the perfect balance to write smoothly and precisely.
The Flourish is precision machined from a solid Aluminium bar meaning that it will last a lifetime and give you just the right amount of weight without feeling too heavy.
Each pen is fitted with a stainless steel ferrule (the part that the nib goes into). These are 10X better and longer lasting than the original chrome style. The ferrule also fits all nibs big or small for effortless calligraphy.
Other Colours Available
Turquoise
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Joy (Purple/Green)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
A little dreamboat of a pen
This calligraphy pen gives you a fantastic experience every time you use it. It's design has been methodically planned to be the best of both form and function. Feeling wonderful in the hand it's contoured body fits snuggly in the hand whilst giving you the perfect balance to write smoothly and precisely.
The Flourish is precision machined from a solid Aluminium bar meaning that it will last a lifetime and give you just the right amount of weight without feeling too heavy.
Each pen is fitted with a stainless steel ferrule (the part that the nib goes into). These are 10X better and longer lasting than the original chrome style. The ferrule also fits all nibs big or small for effortless calligraphy.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Joy (Purple/Green)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
A little dreamboat of a pen
This calligraphy pen gives you a fantastic experience every time you use it. It's design has been methodically planned to be the best of both form and function. Feeling wonderful in the hand it's contoured body fits snuggly in the hand whilst giving you the perfect balance to write smoothly and precisely.
The Flourish is precision machined from a solid Aluminium bar meaning that it will last a lifetime and give you just the right amount of weight without feeling too heavy.
Each pen is fitted with a stainless steel ferrule (the part that the nib goes into). These are 10X better and longer lasting than the original chrome style. The ferrule also fits all nibs big or small for effortless calligraphy.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Turquoise
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
A little dreamboat of a pen
This calligraphy pen gives you a fantastic experience every time you use it. It's design has been methodically planned to be the best of both form and function. Feeling wonderful in the hand it's contoured body fits snuggly in the hand whilst giving you the perfect balance to write smoothly and precisely.
The Flourish is precision machined from a solid Aluminium bar meaning that it will last a lifetime and give you just the right amount of weight without feeling too heavy.
Each pen is fitted with a stainless steel ferrule (the part that the nib goes into). These are 10X better and longer lasting than the original chrome style. The ferrule also fits all nibs big or small for effortless calligraphy.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Turquoise
Joy (Purple/Green)
Black
(Please scroll down for further details)
A little dreamboat of a pen
This calligraphy pen gives you a fantastic experience every time you use it. It's design has been methodically planned to be the best of both form and function. Feeling wonderful in the hand it's contoured body fits snuggly in the hand whilst giving you the perfect balance to write smoothly and precisely.
The Flourish is precision machined from a solid Aluminium bar meaning that it will last a lifetime and give you just the right amount of weight without feeling too heavy.
Each pen is fitted with a stainless steel ferrule (the part that the nib goes into). These are 10X better and longer lasting than the original chrome style. The ferrule also fits all nibs big or small for effortless calligraphy.
Other Colours Available
Rose Gold
Turquoise
Sunrise (Pale Blue/Pink)
Joy (Purple/Green)
(Please scroll down for further details)
If you’re a lefty, you are already aware that you’re in the minority. That may have led to frustration with learning calligraphy, but I am here to help you. I promise you that anyone (right or left-handed) can create beautiful calligraphy!
This left-handed and right-handed oblique penholder is perfect for calligraphers at all levels. It’s a great option and I personally love my Oblique penholder.
Calligraphy Penholders don’t have to be boring. Why not add a pop of colour to your calligraphy supplies with my Universal Straight Penholder.
This penholder is great for beginners and intermediate Calligraphers. Not only is it a very attractive penholder but it also functions to fit most modern calligraphy nibs, including all the nibs that I offer on my website:
- Nikko G Nib
- Brause No. 361
- Brause Rose No. 76
- Leonardt Hiro No. 41
- Leonardt Pointed Nib No. 30
- Leonardt Ef Principal
My Super Six Nibs offer is perfect if you would like to try the full range of nibs. Click here
* A note for Left-Handers: If you are left-handed and want to start calligraphy then I would recommend a “straight” penholder like this.
This calligraphy ink comes in a 15ml pot.
The calligraphy inks are handmade by me in my studio and I have created a range of different colours for you to enjoy. The inks have been made using gouache and have been designed for the use of either a dipping pen (Nibs and luxury penholders are available in my shop now) or a paintbrush (Brush calligraphy).
My calligraphy inks are water based which means that if you find that the ink is too thick, you can add 1 or 2ml of water to reduce this (Mix well with a small paint brush after this - Continue to add more water if required). Equally, if the ink is too watery you can leave the ink with the lid off so that the water can evaporate slightly (I advise you to leave this in a safe, dry place over several hours).
Please be aware that the gouache used will settle over time, so before using it remember you will need to “SHAKE TO WAKE” your ink before you use it as the colours will settle in the jar. If it’s settled for a longer period of time, you may need to mix it with a paint brush. After use, wipe round the edges to stop the ink drying and the lid sticking.
I have tested each ink using a Nikko G or Brause 361 nib.
My ink should work with most pointed pens, but depending on your style and your choice of nib, the overall look might appear different.
Happy Scribbling Scribblers! X
Let your Calligraphy Bloom
A beautiful and balanced calligraphy pen designed to make your work blossom.
Just like the Flourish range, the Bloom's unique Universal Flange makes changing and holding nibs, big or small, an absolute breeze. Simply tighten or loosen the screw and pop your nib of choice in until you have a perfectly snug fit. Probably one of the most important features is the ability to adjust the angle of the nib. As no calligrapher holds their pen in exactly the same way, this feature allows you to achieve the perfect amount of pressure on the page without the dreaded snag!
Beauty is in the eye of the nib holder.
With it's organic compound curves, the body of the pen is as beautiful as it is functional. It's the perfect cross between the Carrot and original Flourish pen, with just the right amount of grip whilst feeling secure and balanced in the hand.
The solid brass tail moves the centre of gravity to the centre of the pen so that you have full control and lightness of touch on your upstrokes.
Secret Nib Compartment.
Nib tins, who needs them. Your Bloom conceals up to 3 nibs, so you can easily take your favourites with you wherever you go.
Other Colours Available
Ivy - Green Calligraphy Pen
Juniper - Black Calligraphy Pen