Best products from r/penmanship
We found 14 comments on r/penmanship discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 12 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Italic Letters: Calligraphy and Handwriting
- Used Book in Good Condition
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2. Staedtler Mars Latex-Free Eraser, White, 1 Pack (STD52650)
- Latex-free plastic eraser
- Formula offers significantly less crumbling
- Eraser comes in a handy slide sleeve for convenient handling.
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4. Spencerian Copybooks 1-5, Set, without Theory Book (Spencerian Penmanship)
- Used Book in Good Condition
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5. The Italic Way to Beautiful Handwriting: Cursive and Calligraphic
- Freshness that lasts for weeks, not days: BPA free multi-layer design is constructed of durable yet pliable material that creates an airtight barrier around foods, extending freshness and locking in flavors
- Customize length to fit any food you store: Having the option to cut the roll to whatever length you need means no more wasted material or precarious "Doesn't Quite Fit" scenarios
- Ideal for use with FoodSaver vacuum sealing systems: The sealing strip in FoodSaver vacuum sealers heats to a precise temperature that works specifically with FoodSaver bag material, ensuring you get a secure airtight seal
- BPA free material: Safe for storing raw and cooked foods, it's also freezer, refrigerator, microwave, and boil safe
- Includes (2) 8 X 20 inches heat seal rolls and (3) 11 x 16 inches heat seal rolls
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6. Spencerian Handwriting: The Complete Collection of Theory and Practical Workbooks for Perfect Cursive and Hand Lettering
- Used Book in Good Condition
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7. Zebra 59391 0.5 mm DelGuard Mechanical Pencil - Black
- Retractable mechanical pencil with built in eraser
- Spring mechanism in nib to protect lead from snapping
- 0.5mm lead size
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8. Therapro Stage Write Raised Line Paper, Stage 5, 100 Sheets
Sold as a Pack of 100This is the fifth of a 6-stage series of handwriting papers that begins with clearly defined writing space and perceptual cues that fade in successive stagesStage 5 has all shading in the writing space removedFeatures thick, blue baselines that are raised, providing not only vis...
9. PILOT Plumix Refillable Fountain Pen, Black Barrel, Medium Nib, Black Ink (90055)
- Pilot Plumix Fountain Pen: Inspired by early fountain and calligraphy pens, the Plumix fountain pen features a clear demonstrator barrel in a variety of vibrant colors. Compatible with Pilot fountain pen ink cartridges
- Dip Pen Style Writing In A Convenient, Refillable Body: Plumix's smooth-writing, stainless steel Medium point nib is perfect for creating expressive hand lettering and calligraphy work
- Express Yourself: Whether you're bullet journaling or working on other creative projects, you'll want to try Pilot's full line of calligraphy and hand lettering pens, brush markers, fountain pens and more
- Trusted Quality: We've been making pens for over 100 years. Whether you're taking notes, stocking up on school or office supplies, or writing in a bullet journal, Pilot has the perfect pen for you
- Power To The Pen: Pilot makes exceptional writing instruments to suit all your needs. We have fountain, ballpoint, retractable, erasable and gel ink pens, whiteboard markers and more for every writing style
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10. Kuretake Bimoji Fude Pen Extra Fine-Black
- Brush pen with an easy-to-hold, rubber grip that is comfortable and prevents slipping. Designed to mimic the look of traditional, bamboo brushes
- Brush tip: Bimoji Fude Pen Fine has a hard brush tip with a fine point. Great for calligraphy practice and drawing, illustrations, and beginners in brush lettering.
- Create extra-fine, fine, or medium strokes by alternating pressure applied to the tip.
- Rich, black, water-based pigment ink is water-resistant after drying. Doesn't smudge when used with alcohol markers or watercolor, as long as it is completely dry.
- History: In 1973, Kuretake developed the "Kuretake Fude Pen" and has since developed various fude (brush) pens since then. The continuous development of brush pen technology over time has been applied to the Bimoji fude pen, making it a go-to, high quality brush pen.
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11. Spencerian Penmanship (Theory Book plus five copybooks)
- Used Book in Good Condition
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12. Alvin, AL666, Lettering Guide and Rule Template - 3.88 L x 2.38 H
- Easy Drafting Tool - This lettering guide and rule template is ideal for planning, drafting, drawing and other craft projects. Features english and metric line spacing.
- Unique Features - A uniquely designed instrument combining a rotating disk with an indexed rim for adjusting letter height or establishing cross-hatch marks.
- Ideal for Students and Professionals - This template is great for architects, builders, interior designers, engineers, students, design colleges, assistant to make any presentation more professional.
- Premium Quality - Made of transparent plastic, each template is durable and ensures long-lasting use.
- Premium Quality - Made of transparent plastic, each template is durable and ensures long-lasting use.
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No problem. As for the videos/instructional materials, there are too many to count! The hands down best instruction I got was from a book (it might have been this one, it looks similar and I think it was by the same authors, though I honestly don't remember, sorry -- it's been a few years and I no longer have it).
When it comes to writing -- calligraphy, or improving penmanship, or brushwork, or even italic or Spencerian -- your eyes are your best teacher, and videos don't really have that because they're moving a bit too fast to really study what's happening, IMO.
What a video can show you is how to hold a pen, and how to get into a rhythm that will speed and even out your letterforms, but your best friend is simply looking at the writing you want to emulate, steadily and repeatedly, because that's what will stay in your head as you're actually shaping the letters. Still pictures and charts are the best bet for that, plus you can refer to them as needed and even print out reference pieces.
But as an ex-calligrapher (essential tremor killed it, in case you're wondering about the "ex") the one thing I can tell you before you look at any of it is that in your particular case, it will be most important to learn to hold the nib at a consistent 45 degree angle.
You already have the ruler-straight ascenders and descenders, you already have the line management you need (keeping things straight and even and at consistent heights/depths), and you already have the letterforms, which you will see.
The one thing you don't have is a stub or italic nib held at a consistent 45 degree angle as you write. It's not hard, but it WILL take practice, and it won't be overnight. But learn that one skill, and it's really not an overstatement to say that writing as you already do, it will turn into italic calligraphy.
Go look at some pics and you'll see how close your writing already is. BTW, the second link in the search I linked to above has a really good overview. Hope all this helps. Good luck!
I'm a composer and have decided to stop using my computer program to compose and arrange. I want to handwrite anything that printed parts aren't required for.
The clarity of my scores have improved a lot from a few simple things:
-Using a ruler
-Using 4b pencil and sharpening it frequently
-Slower, more deliberate hand movements (I'm still impatient though!)
Some challenges I'm having are:
-Hand is too tight and gets tired after just 45 minutes or so
-Erasing accurately without smudging (using this )
-Consistent sizes with note heads, accidentals, and stem lengths
I have no idea if this is an appropriate post, but I love r/penmanship. I thought some of you guys might also be musicians and could offer some help. I don't consider my handwriting or notation aesthetically pleasing, but I hope that will come with time and practice. Thank you!
I'm on the same journey, friend. I started with ordering some nice gel pens, and that helped. But I moved on to an entry level fountain pen, the Pilot Metropolitan Fine, and it has really sparked my love for writing. I ordered some Spencerian Script workbooks here and the theory book here, and already started last night with taking it slow and working on my grip. I wish you luck!
We don't know why some handwriting looks better than others. You may want to talk to /r/philosophy about that.
But, in my opinion, the type of pen can make the difference. This assumes, though, that the person's strokes and letter-forms are consistent.
Using an italic nib, rather than a rounded one, accentuates the curves of the line and makes each pen-movement distinct. As you can see with a ball-point pen or pencil you used for your example, each stroke is ordinary and boringly consistent. (I don't mean to minimize your handwriting. I'm just commenting on what you provided!)
But it's more than just getting a pen. If one does not have consistent letter forms and pen-strokes, then the tool will do no good.
What should you do? Practice placing an elliptical into each of your letters. Make them more rounded rather than flat and straight. Your public library likely has books on this that can be more helpful than some random person on the Internet like me ...
If you can get a hold of Fred Eager's book and start practicing according to his instructions, you'll see improvement in months. (Months?!)
The one I use is a Zebra Delguard. I am a student and I bought it at the beginning of my second year of university (more than a year ago). I've had it since then and it's the best thing ever.
It's a mechanical pencil and it can be refilled. The most interesting aspect of it is the mechanism at the nib of the pencil which stops the graphite from breaking (don't use more than 3 clicks of graphite). It's so good and I recommend it to you. It's readily available here in the UK.
Video Review:
https://youtu.be/c5eB98lBDWU
Zebra 0.5 mm DelGuard Mechanical Pencil - Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01M6YXY1D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1UzEAb1D6E7TM
This is the one that works best for my students and for me: https://www.amazon.com/Therapro-Stage-Write-Raised-Sheets/dp/B0042SWN7E
You don't even need to get an old one. There are calligraphy sets in most art stores (you'll usually find new Shaeffer sets, which I've heard mixed things about), and Pilot makes a cheap (for a fountain pen) italic pen which can be had for around $10. Most of the people who have come to me asking for a starter pen, after seeing my writing, were happy with a Pilot Plumix
I’m glad I’m not the only one who’s messed around with writing kanji with a nib. Personally I ended up writing with a made up style that was better suited for the pen. I would recommend finding a brush-pen at a craft store if you want to practice Japanese calligraphy, but don’t want to go full on brushes and ink. I personally own a few different sizes of this brand.
Sure. Amazon has them here
https://www.amazon.com/Spencerian-Handwriting-Collection-Practical-Workbooks/dp/1612435289
Or here as one single volume
https://www.amazon.com/Spencerian-Handwriting-Collection-Practical-Workbooks/dp/1612435289
I stumbled upon them on Amazon. I swear they weren't there a couple of weeks ago. Ended up being a total impulse purchase for me. Here is the link:
http://www.amazon.com/Spencerian-Penmanship-Theory-Book-copybooks/dp/088062096X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1374076983&sr=8-1&keywords=spencerian
When I took my architectural drafting course, we used this template to make lines in light pencil (which would be erased later):
http://www.amazon.com/Alvin-L666-Lettering-Guide-L-666/dp/B001DNAHRO