One of the best ways to showcase and practice your calligraphy skills is through envelopes. And while weddings get the lion’s share of attention when it comes to beautifully scripted envelopes, your thank you notes, holiday cards and strongly-worded letters to the editor can also benefit from the brush calligraphy treatment. But where to start? In this class, you’ll learn all about the art of the envelope, including: proper addressing format, both within US and internationally, Post Office requirements (and what “non-machinable” really means), unique & eye-catching layouts and much more!

Intro & Materials

Art of Addressing, Part 1 - etiquette

Art of Addressing, Part 2 - Formatting

Postal Rules & Regulations

Basic Layouts, Part 1

Basic Layouts, Part 2

Curved Layouts

Adding Color, Part 1

Adding Color, Part 2

Adding Color, Part 3

Finishing Touches