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Card 743 of 9752026-09-23 issue

Observed arrival · 2026-09-23

Slatequill’s broad-edge calligraphy sheet

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A structured beginner’s guide to nib choice, pen angle, three calligraphy alphabets, spacing drills, and stroke order.

Landing page captured for the 2026-09-23 issue.
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Beginners learning broad-edge calligraphy and choosing their first nib
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It says nib numbering varies by maker, recommending measured width instead; the suggested starting range is 1.5–2.4 mm.

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The sheet treats broad-edge lettering as a matter of controlling the pen’s edge: it recommends ruling 30° guide lines and rotating the paper rather than twisting the hand. It also distinguishes broad-edge from pointed flexible nibs, explaining that the former changes stroke width with direction while the latter uses tine pressure. Its materials advice includes non-waterproof ink and smooth, well-sized paper of at least 100 gsm.

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