Create Hand-Lettered Cards

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90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: Five beautifully hand-lettered greeting cards for various occasions

What you need

cardstockcalligraphy pensinkdecorative elements

The 90-Minute Plan

Design0–15 min

Sketch layout and lettering placement on cardstock mockups

Letter15–35 min

Write main message using calligraphy pens with careful spacing

Decorate35–55 min

Add illustrations, borders, or watercolor accents around lettering

Details55–75 min

Include secondary text and decorative flourishes for balance

Finish75–90 min

Add envelope addressing and final touches to complete cards

Pro Tip

Always test lettering on separate paper first before committing to expensive cardstock

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After 90 min: Mastery of modern calligraphy with consistent letterforms and flowing scripts

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CreativeIntermediate

After 90 min: Expressive brush-lettered pieces with varied weights and elegant flourishes

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After 90 min: A complete portrait with accurate proportions and shading

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After 90 min: Five detailed hand sketches showing different poses and angles

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