Create your own beautifully hand-lettered Christmas cards while learning the art of modern dip pen calligraphy.
Using colourful inks, shimmering gold details and festive embellishments, we’ll design a collection of unique cards ready to send to loved ones this Christmas.

Gail's Bakery - 157 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2AD

Sunday 8th November | 3.00-5.00pm

Escape the festive rush and join me for a cosy afternoon at Gail's Bakery, where you'll be introduced to the beautiful art of modern dip pen calligraphy in a warm and welcoming setting.

Perfect for complete beginners, this relaxed workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of modern calligraphy with plenty of step-by-step support along the way.

We'll begin by getting to know the tools before easing into warm-up exercises to help you build confidence with strokes, pressure and letterforms.

Once you've learnt the basics, we'll move on to forming the modern calligraphy alphabet, practising letters, joining words and experimenting with festive greetings and elegant layouts.

Using a beautiful selection of colourful inks, you'll create a collection of unique Christmas cards, adding shimmering gold details and thoughtful finishing touches to make each design feel truly special.

Whether you're looking for a mindful afternoon, hoping to discover a new creative hobby, or simply want to make something beautifully handmade this festive season, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to slow down and enjoy a little creativity.

What's included

• All materials for use during the workshop

• Take-home practice worksheets

• A selection of Christmas cards and envelopes

• A hot drink and a selection of cakes to enjoy from Gail's Bakery

• The opportunity to purchase your own dip pen calligraphy kit after the workshop

You'll leave with a beautiful collection of handmade Christmas cards, the confidence to continue practising at home, and plenty of festive inspiration.

Tickets are non-refundable.

Limited spaces available.

Private Group Bookings

This workshop is also available as a private creative experience for Christmas gatherings, festive team socials, birthdays and hen parties. For groups of seven or more, please get in touch and let's create something special together.

If you have any questions, please contact Alina at hello@creativefeeldesigns.com.