Classic handwriting

The Declaration of Independence was of course authored by Thomas Jefferson, but Jefferson's is not the classic handwriting on the copies familiar to most Americans. That belonged to Timothy Matlack, an early patriot who fought in the Revolution, sat with the prosecution at Benedict Arnold's court martial, penned copies of documents for General George Washington, and lived to age 99. When the Continental Congress ordered the Declaration to be "fairly engrossed on parchment," the task fell to…

DIY Antique School Wall Chart I have a real fondness for antique school primers and am always on the lookout for them. I love the simple, sweet illustrations in them, and am very drawn to the alphabet pages and pages that show the diacritical marks that helped young pupils to learn to read. Antique primers aren't too hard to come by, but antique school charts are a little more difficult and are expensive. I'd love to own an original, but

Elegant script font inspired by vintage handwritten letters. Capture the charm and nostalgia of antique documents with this intricate and beautifully flowing typeface. Perfect for adding a touch of history and personality to your projects, from wedding invitations and vintage-style logos to book titles and calligraphy art.

I wrote the short journal entry above by combining memories of being a newlywed with my imagination. It was fun to write! I combined several graphics for the pink rose digital collage. Here are my sources: *The Graphics Fairy* ornate frame French sheet music Victorian ornament *The Vintage Moth* hand-penned letter *Vintage Images* soft pink rose Background for the journal entry: *Shadowhouse Creations* softly aged sepia texture Thank you! Hope you find yourself an unsuspecting victim of…

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In this age of instant communication, Barbara Heller loves letters. She loves to get letters, and she loves to write letters.