Download e-book for iPad: The Complete Book of Chalk Lettering: Create and Develop by Valerie McKeehan

Ubiquitous at boutiques and cafés, on Etsy and Pinterest, in stationery and residential decor, the paintings of chalk lettering is warmer than ever. Valerie McKeehan, an Etsy standout whose paintings has been featured in magazines and internet sites from Good Housekeeping to RealSimple.com, teaches us every little thing we have to be aware of to create lovely hand-drawn chalk designs. The publication is usually a convention area, with 3 foldout “chalkboards”—the within hide and foldout again hide are covered with blackboard paper.

In over 60 classes, research the ABCs of lettering (literally) and easy kinds: serif, sans serif, and script. subsequent, how you can lay out a layout, mix a variety of kinds into one cohesive piece, upload shadows and measurement. grasp extra complex letter kinds, from faceted to ribbon to “vintage circus.” Use banners, borders, thrives. and eventually, 12 tasks to teach off your newfound abilities: together with a iciness Wonderland Snow Globe; a smartphone-themed birthday card to textual content family and friends; a specific celebration invitation to create, photo, and mail; and a bake sale signal sure to placed each person who sees it within the temper for a cupcake!