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NOTICE TO READERS: March 2024's Issue 22 will be the final issue of Calligraphy Crush Magazine. I will be taking a pause from publishing this labor of love to consider other options for delivering high-quality content to the amazing international calligraphy community. All issues will remain available to read in the Calligraphy Crush app and on the Magsfast online reader. If you have any questions, please click the Contact link above.

Issue 19 – Artful Journaling

Artful Journaling features calligraphers and hand lettering artists who design creative journals and sketchbooks to record their travels, favorite quotes, musings and ideas for fun,…

Issue 18 – Watercolor Wonders

Watercolor Wonders explores how calligraphers use watercolors for lettering and illustration. Meet Our Cover Artist – Allison McCallahanAllison McClanahan is sought after by wedding clients…

Issue 17 – Calligraphy Challenges

I‌‌ssue 17, Calligraphy Challenges, covers various challenges faced by calligraphers, whether hobbyist or pro. Our featured artists will discuss how to choose nibs for pointed…

Issue 16 – Festive Calligraphy Tutorials

I‌‌ssue 16 is our first all-tutorials issue! It features 9 projects to use lettering and other crafty talents to make your holidays and other celebrations…

Issue 15 – Cutting Edge Calligraphy

I‌‌ssue 15, Cutting Edge Calligraphy, features lettering that is cut, burned, carved, embossed, and sculpted, using paper, wood, leather, and…wait for it…beach sand! Meet Cover…

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Calligraphy Crush Magazine is an indie publication for calligraphers, hand lettering artists, and other creatives who joyfully create beautiful letters as a hobby, side hustle,…

Issue 14 – Whimsical Lettering

Whimsical lettering conveys joy, spontaneity, and liveliness… perfect for happy mail, humorous quotes, and cheerful gifts. If you want to develop a casual, modern style…

Issue 13 – Give Flourishing a Whirl

Of all the topics calligraphers study, flourishing is probably the most popular among pointed pen calligraphers. What makes flourishing such a crowd pleaser? Perhaps it’s…

Issue 12 – Rock Your Handwriting

Beautiful penmanship is universally admired and a worthwhile accomplishment at any age. You’ll find handwriting styles to inspire you, ideas for making penmanship an enjoyable…

Issue 11 – Broad Strokes In Calligraphy

“Broad Strokes in Calligraphy” features artists who blend historic broad pen hands with contemporary pointed pen scripts to create stunning compositions. We also share the…

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Issue 10 – Wedding Biz Bliss

Wedding Biz Bliss features calligraphers who wow brides and grooms with their unique styles and designs, creating glorious wedding details that become a memorable part…

Issue 9 – The Gift of Calligraphy

  Issue 9 – The Gift of Calligraphy Calligraphy is a gift we can give ourselves — it’s calming and meditative to study letterforms and…

Issue 8 – Decorative Mail Art

The thrill of receiving beautifully-addressed mail art never gets old! Issue 8: Decorative Mail Art features artists who design beautiful envelopes that celebrate friendships, special…

Issue 7 – Art of Engraved Calligraphy

Engraving calligraphy is the new hot topic among calligraphers who want to create personalized gifts or add another revenue stream to their businesses. Who wouldn’t love to…

Issue 6 – Pointed Pen Play

“Pointed Pen Play” features the versatility of artists who illustrate, flourish, and design exciting new calligraphy styles with the pointed pen. INTERVIEWS: Cover artist Schin…

Issue 5 – Shine With Design

Design is all about creating a feeling … how it makes you feel, and how it makes your audience feel. Learning layout and design can…

Issue 4 – The Calligraphy Study Guide

We’ve brought together some of the most thoughtful instructors across the spectrum of both traditional and modern styles of calligraphy to discuss ways to study…

Issue 3 – Brush with Excellence

Brush lettering is the perfect way to start learning calligraphy! Brush markers are inexpensive and easy to find, they aren’t as fussy as inks and…

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