Joining The Inspire Network team
I’ve been a member of The Inspire Network for as long as I’ve been in business. Lisa Smith, the South Tyneside co-ordinator, was one of the first people I spoke…
Read MoreNew calligraphy collection at Murray Library
I was over the moon to discover a new calligraphy resource that’s practically on my doorstep. The Murray Library at The University of Sunderland is now home to the Archive…
Read MoreOne Sunderland Expo: What I Learned
The organisers of the first One Sunderland Expo are delighted after attracting more than 300 visitors to the event. A range of exhibitors were on hand to offer guidance and…
Read MoreChoosing the right calligraphy nib for you
I’ve noticed in my workshops recently that people can react completely differently to the same pointed nib. Some people are more heavy handed than others, some people hold their pen…
Read MoreOne Sunderland Expo
Small businesses are being given the support they need to grow at the One Sunderland Expo. The event has been organised by networking group One Sunderland to showcase small businesses…
Read MoreNetwalking in Newcastle with Room to Breathe
Debbie Stokoe is hoping to breathe new life into networking in the north east. The well-being practitioner has shifted the focus of her business recently to support small business owners…
Read MoreThe Cultural Spring: Winter 2018
The Cultural Spring has unveiled its first programme of 2018 and it’s packed full of creative activities to keep the Winter blues away. My calligraphy workshops are back at The…
Read MoreSettings goals for 2018
It’s time to set some goals for the year ahead as January rolls around again. So, what’s on the agenda for Creative Calligraphy in 2018? Well, we’re off to a…
Read MoreShopping small for Christmas 2017
You may remember I pledged to shop small this Christmas. So how did I do exactly? Now that the presents are open, I can reveal all! Friends It’s very easy…
Read MoreReview of 2017
I did a review of the year for the first time last year and it was really great to look back and see what I’d achieved in the previous 12…
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