Class Description:

Have you ever tried making your own calligraphy nibs? It’s surprisingly easy! In this hands-on craft class, we'll show you how to build simple, functional nibs using the humble aluminum soda can. You'll see different examples of what's possible, and we'll walk you through creating your own pens that widen your calligraphy world.

This is an interactive class that combines crafting and lettering, and you'll walk away with functional tools you made yourself. Talk about fun lettering options!

What You Will Learn:

  • How to safely cut and shape aluminum
  • How to get creative with calligraphy nibs shapes and styles
  • How to use your DIY nib for lettering projects

Supplies You'll Need:

  • Clean aluminum soda can
  • X-Acto knife
  • Strong scissors
  • Packing tape
  • Cutting mat
  • Sticky note or scrap paper
  • Pencil
  • Nib holder (old pen, pencil, or actual calligraphy nib holder)
  • Medium to fine grit sandpaper (~ 1000)
  • Paper (to test nib)
  • Inkwell (to test the nib)

Class Content

About Instructor

Shelby Abrahamsen (Foxsy)

Shelby is the co-founder of Foxsy and the creator at Little Coffee Fox. She is a professional watercolorist, letterer, and artist with a passion for teaching others to reintroduce creativity back into their lives. Shelby lives in Chicago, IL with her husband Jon and her pets Summer, Basil, and Korra.

217 Classes

+6 enrolled

Class Details:

  • 📺Workshop
  • 📊Level: Intermediate
  • ⏰Time: 30

Class Pass includes:

  • ✓Lifetime Access To Class

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chipster
Posted 2 weeks ago
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Enjoyed Shelby's teaching and the simplicity of this hands-on experience. Making something super useful with your own hands (and saving money) is always a plus. 😎 Thank you for such a cool quick class! Now I can assemble my very own mini "army of nibs".

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LindaH
Posted 2 weeks ago
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It was great to see how to make them

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