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Resin Unicorn Horn Calligraphy Pens DIY

This post is sponsored by Eti-USA and Resin Crafts Blog . Affiliate links included.  All opinions and ideas are my own. Resin Unicorn Horn Calligraphy Pens DIY Unicorns are absolutely the best--and this week I am spotlighting all things unicorn.  These unicorn horn calligraphy oblique pens are made with EasySculpt resin clay.  EasySculpt is a 2 part clay that is mixed together to activate.  It dries off white with a smooth porcelain finish.  These horns are magical looking and write very well!  Great handmade gift for a calligrapher! Have you use a calligraphy pen like this?  These ones are made for a right handed user.  The angle of the nib makes the tip line up naturally when writing...for optimal angled writing.  I prefer an oblique holder to a straight holder any day.  Plus, they look so cool and unique! You will need: Easy Sculpt Epoxy Modeling Clay Gold Leaf and Adhesive Silver Glitter paint Brass Nib Holder...

DIY: Make Calligraphy Pens Oblique Holder Part 2

DIY: Make a Calligraphy Oblique Holder Part 2 Calligraphy pen holders are so much fun. When you start doing Calligraphy, you suddenly have the urge to collect as many as possible.  So making them is a very fun way to build that collection. I love the natural wood sticks with color blocking paint... Using paint from Plaid Crafts I love the distressed paint with gold leafing while the  knotty cherry wood is still showcased! So many options for fun and unique nib holders. Check out the Part one for making a Calligraphy Oblique Holder This will walk you through the flange making, gluing and  supplies needed for bare wood holders. If you do decide to paint and decorate, do this step before spraying with lacquer. You will need acrylic craft paints.  I get all my paints from Plaid Online . All their fabulous supplies are available at crafts stores and Walmart. Use a paintbrush to paint your sticks. Small detail brushes for...