5 Reasons to Learn Calligraphy at Home This Winter

5 Reasons to Learn Calligraphy at Home This Winter


By Annie Symonds

Looking for things to do at home? There are many reasons to learn calligraphy at home this winter, and more than you might think! Our DIY brush lettering and calligraphy kits will have you feeling relaxed but focussed in no time.

Although we’ve all spent much more time at home this year than ever before, finding new fun things to do at home can be a bit of a struggle. We’ve exhausted Netflix, and there’s only so much one can take from scrolling on the phone all night. If you’re looking for productive things to do at home to stop you from falling down the lethargic hole, we’re here to help you feel energised and Zen at the same time. You’ll soon be leading a healthier and happier future, regardless of whether you’re looking for things to do in lockdown. 

We’ve all been forced to pretty much put our social lives on hold, and whilst it hasn’t been the easiest of years for many people, it’s more important than ever to look after your wellbeing and mental health. Taking time out of life’s daily struggles can seem difficult. Many people don’t realise how beneficial it really is to take a step back and take time to do things you really love. It’s no wonder hobbies are back on the rise, because when you’re doing something you love, your stress levels will decline and you’ll be feeling much happier in the long run. 

So, we’re here to help guide you onto the path to the benefits of learning calligraphy at home this winter. Hopefully, by the end of this article, you’ll be feeling more excited about starting one of our online calligraphy classes soon!

1. Good for meditation

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Our brush lettering and calligraphy kits are renowned for helping people on the path of being able to meditate. Many people claim they can’t meditate because the idea of sitting still and switching off might feel like being out of their comfort zone. The truth is, when you’re doing something as relaxing as perfecting your brush lettering skills, you’ll be focused and any of your usual daily stresses won’t come into play. When you’re switched off from daily life, you’ll be meditating without even realising it. 

Meditation is recommended first thing in the morning and at night before you go to bed so you can sleep with a clear mind and without having any anxiety. Just imagine having a good night’s sleep thanks to learning the art of brush lettering and calligraphy? Sounds good, doesn’t it? 

2. It requires analytical skills 

Although our online calligraphy classes are a fantastic way to unwind and relax at home, it also requires analytical skills. When you’re having to focus and concentrate continuously as well as use your problem-solving skills, learning how to write in calligraphy brings more benefits than what you might have thought. This will help you focus more if you’re looking for working from home tips and will make work life much easier for you. Keeping your brain active is also key when looking for fun things to do when you’re bored at home. 

3. It’s cost-effective

When looking for new creative things to do at home, learning calligraphy online is one of the most cost-effective forms of art to do. Supplies and training will set you back a considerably smaller amount than other online art classes, plus you won’t need much space to set up your art kit. And, you won’t need to worry about making a mess in your home with paints or clay for example. 

4. It's easy to do at home

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Not only is learning the art of brush lettering and calligraphy cost-effective, it’s also really easy to do at home. Rather than having to get paints out, for example, you could easily crack on with your brush lettering skills whilst you’re waiting for dinner to cook or whilst you’re sat in front of the TV at night time. It’s a fantastic creative outlet you can easily continue with and improve at any time of the day. 

Looking for something a little tastier to fill your evenings? Try our cooking classes in London!

5. Save yourself money 

As you learn to improve your calligraphy skills, you could easily save yourself some money. Once you’ve mastered the art of calligraphy, you could easily use it to create your own invitations for parties or celebrations, instead of having to pay someone. You could also help your friends and family by doing their invitations for a special day too. 

As quotes have become a popular piece of wall art, you can now create your own too, replacing any bought wall art before. When you learn to create things for your home, you’ll feel proud of you masterpieces as you build sentimental and beautiful pieces around your home. 

Have we inspired you yet? 

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Our DIY calligraphy kits and online classes are designed to help you build confidence in doing things you love. Once you’ve tried a few of our classes, we hope to inspire you to continue them on as hobbies to bring more happiness into your lives. 

Want to know how our online calligraphy classes and DIY kits work? Once you’ve picked your class, we’ll do the rest for you – it’s as simple as that! We’ll send you a beautiful craft box lovingly packed by our local British makers and teachers. Inside you’ll find your DIY calligraphy kit which will include all of the materials and tools you would have been given if you attended the class in person. 

Once you’ve got your art space set up, simply log into Zoom with your computer and you’ll find other like-minded students on the other side of the screen. Our local British teacher will be ready to teach you everything you need to know about brush lettering and how to write calligraphy. 

If you’ve ever needed a reason to learn calligraphy at home this winter, we hope our ideas have inspired you to kick-start your creative side. 




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