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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.

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Creative Calligraphy at Christmas

By Angela Reed | December 23, 2015

Merry Christmas! I’ve had the pleasure of creating some lovely gifts this festive season and decided to share some of them with you. So snuggle up with a mulled wine…

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Bespoke jewellery by Lulu & Charles

By Angela Reed | December 16, 2015

Having a piece of jewellery made especially for you is quite indulgent – but at Lulu & Charles, it’s an affordable luxury. Jayne Turner, who makes up a third of…

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Driftwood Pens

By Angela Reed | December 9, 2015

I’VE long been an admirer of Driftwood Pens and the craftsmanship of the owner, Fred Baines. Turns out, his expertise stems from his background in engineering. He started his working…

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Cultural Spring 10-week Challenge

By Angela Reed | November 30, 2015

I’ve been rediscovering my artistic side since launching Creative Calligraphy – and it’s certainly been getting a boost over the last few months. I signed up for the Cultural Spring…

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Shipley Lates: Wearable Art

By Angela Reed | November 25, 2015

Hot on the heels of my lino print workshop last week, I headed off to the Shipley Art Gallery for another night of crafting (and cake) at the weekend. My…

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Lino printing with Dendryad Art

By Angela Reed | November 18, 2015

I had inky fingers for a reason other than calligraphy when I took part in a lino print workshop with Carrie Dennison, of Dendryad Art. I heard about the event,…

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