Calligraphy by CT

08/05/2024

…SO excited & thankful to for the opportunity to add a little Chicago hospitality to the green room for the ICONIC !!!🔥

This was for the Interise SolveIT 2024 summit

03/01/2024

2023 Top nine…

I just did a recap email for 2023 and it was truly a remarkable one. I know I need to dive into 2024 with all its possibilities and challenges but ‘23 still feels special and am going to mourn a little bit.

Happy New Year everybody!

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas everyone! 🎁🎄🕊

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18/09/2023

I am proud to announce that I’m one of 23 educators that are a part of this collaborative online event! If you are inside the stationery/calligraphy space/niche, this course bundle is for you.

Check out the link in my story as you can only purchase through 9/24!

https://cbyct--thecultivatedcreative.thrivecart.com/the-stationery-experience-2023/

07/08/2023

Wedding season is chugging along and I still need to do a July reel dump! Also who took this magnificent photo? Let me know so I can credit!!!

Dimensions: 48” x 77”
Guest count: 243
Venue:
Planning:
Project length: 7 hours

Congrats Lola & Michael!

30/01/2023

A lettering challenge! My FIRST!

I haven’t been able to letter in forever so instead of promising myself that I’d finally hop on a 2023 challenge I decided to co-HOST one!

Yup, me and Dina Good] will be celebrating Black History & the month of love with some great quotes from black women authors.

Everyone is welcome to participate & I do hope you’ll join in the fun!

**DEETS**

- Letter or illustrate a quote prompt on the listed date (hop on whenever you can)

- Pen, paper, paint, screen/stylus… Do you…

- Tag Dina Good] & so we can see 👀!

- Use

Hope your New Year is off to a great start and I hope to see you inside this hashtag!

17/01/2023

…Anyone else realizing that they may not have all the time in the world to get things done? Feeling a sense of urgency in 2023 to do the things I’ve set out to do!

08/01/2023

Welcome mirror from one of my past client’s birthday party! I HATE I couldn’t come by , I hope it was an affair to remember! 🎉🥰❤️

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13/12/2022

I launched my Patreon membership! 🔥This has been a labor of love and an absolute miracle during a busy 4Q!

I hope that you will consider joining my growing community. This membership is the culmination of a 15 year journey/career!

Thanks to all my vendor partners and clients who have trusted me and continue to trust me over the years. You are cherished and appreciated!

I want to also thank every budding and/or seasoned lettering enthusiast who has ever audited my coursework or digital resources. It has been a pleasure to create content with you (and the challenges you may face) in mind.

Cheers to more years being able to do what I love… 🥂

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12/12/2022

My Patreon membership is LIVE! Join me! This is the culmination of my 15 year career and I am putting exclusive and bonus content inside this community for you to enjoy!

Join me on Patreon! While I am sharing exclusive & bonus content here I will still be sharing tips and tricks with all of you! My Patreon will be a place where I slow down and go even deeper into my creation process. There are three tiers as well as unannounced bonus content for you to devo

08/12/2022

Join me on December 12th when I launch my Patreon! Adding content bi-weekly along with bonus goodies! DM me with questions, I hope I see you inside!

08/11/2022

If you live in the Chicagoland area or surrounding suburbs, I am having a MASSIVE liquidation sale on Wednesday!

Look-book w/pricing of just SOME of the rentals can be found 👆🏾 …

I’ll still letter mirrors, but I’m simply making room for more of my passions! Help me empty this storage unit… 11:00A - 3:00P | 1000 E. 95th St. | Wed. Nov. 9th 2022.

31/10/2022

Pumpkin lettering demo on my channel! Check out clever ways you can add some decor to your home. This little project will give you a quick win as there are still enough pumpkins EVERYWHERE. Free worksheet download included in YouTube descriptor copy.

03/10/2022

Green is trending!

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12/08/2022

This was such a lovely event... I’m working on another chalkboard suite for this weekend I can’t wait to share!

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04/08/2022

Great shot of Whitnee & LaShena’s painted back acrylic seating chart... 24” x 48”. 💚💚💚

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28/07/2022

...That time I lettered some for a bride!!! Note that when in doubt, use a ... They have so many different tips to choose from you really can’t go wrong!

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19/07/2022

Welcome mirror in gold ink. I like (oil based) for gold. It actually flows JUST a bit better and for longer than PenTouch brand.

They are at , give one a try and let me know how it worked for you!

29/06/2022

Want to learn a new skill? Check out my virtual summer workshops and unleash your potential! http://www.calligraphybyct.com/workshopmain

23/06/2022

I'll be accepting enrollment for my paid LIVE workshops from
June 24th - June 30th!

This is a chance to get some GREAT resources you won't find anywhere else and also ask me all the questions that you want.

Actual workshop dates are:

☑️ 7/21 (Mirror Lettering Masterclass)
☑️ 7/26 (Intro to Copperplate Calligraphy)
☑️ 7/28 (Chalk Lettering Intro)

* All supplies included
* Earlybird rates
* 60 day access to recordings
* Beginner friendly
* All workshops via Zoom
* DM me with questions!

               

25/05/2022

Gorgeous gorgeous setup at for the prom!
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Styling:

05/05/2022

Happy belated first anniversary to Danketta & Jamaal! May the road always rise to meet you! xoxo

03/05/2022

Hi guys! Today is my birthday and I'm having a 30% OFF sale of my most popular digital product to date: Mirror Lettering Basics!

This resource will provide you with everything you need to start confidently lettering on this medium. Sale ends Friday, May 6th! Grab this deal today.

https://calligraphybyct.coursify.me/courses/mirror-lettering
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MODULES

Mirror Supply List
- Understanding Mirror Supplies

What to Show Clients
- Presenting Layouts/Proofs to Your Client
- More on Vertical Space
- Commonly Used Seating Chart Headers

Prepping the Mirror
- Adding Guidelines to the Mirror

Lettering the Mirror
- Extra Fine vs. Fine Tip Paint Markers
- Tackling the Header
- Starting to Letter Guests Names

Wrapping Up
- Thanks for Taking the Course
- Mirror Lettering Basics Survey

27/04/2022

“...On Wednesdays we wear pink.”

17/04/2022

Check out a demo of me using finetec gold paint for a large volume of wedding envelopes. Free guideline included in the YouTube descriptor copy!

Grab my FREE Calligraphy Tools manual: https://calligraphybyct.ck.page/b0ef0f1a6d***DESCRIPTION***Hi guys! In this video I am doing a demo of finetec gold pa...