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Creative Calligraphy

Creative Calligraphy offers a bespoke service for all occasions.

Based in South Shields, on the north east coast of England, calligrapher Angela Reed puts pen to paper for a wide range of commissions, most notably for weddings and special events.

She also runs regular calligraphy classes and workshops to share her love of lettering.

As a former journalist, Angela loves to write about her work via her blog.

Researching calligraphy ink

By Angela Reed | March 16, 2016

Social media is brilliant when used in the right way. I started quite the Twitter chat when I appealed to my fellow calligraphers for tips on silver ink. The colour…

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Going digital for invitations

By Angela Reed | March 9, 2016

I’m absolutely delighted with the way a recent commission has turned out. Katie Cochrane came to me on the recommendation of Carrie Dennison, the artist I did a lino print…

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Wedding suppliers networking

By Angela Reed | March 2, 2016

I’ve been throwing myself into some networking this past week, and there’s some good news for brides in the north east – the region is full of wonderful wedding suppliers!…

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The Wedding Handbook

By Angela Reed | February 24, 2016

I’m delighted to be supporting a fellow member of the Inspire Network and wedding industry colleague with her exciting new venture. Gemma Jay has created a unique wedding planner and…

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Battling to save Bede’s World

By Angela Reed | February 17, 2016

One of my favourite places to visit unexpectedly closed last week. Bede’s World, a museum celebrating the life and times of The Venerable Bede, shut its doors on Friday, with…

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Marketing with Custard and Bear

By Angela Reed | February 10, 2016

Nothing much comes for free these days, so this blog is all about giving a big shout out to the marketing whizz that is Michelle Rose, from Custard and Bear.…

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