Mckeehan Valerie - The Complete Book Of Chalk Lettering Create And Develop Your Own Style - Includes 3 Built - In Chalkboards - Hardcover

Binding: Hardcover
Description: Say it with chalk! Learn the art of hand - drawn chalk lettering from an Etsy superstar in a book complete with chalkboards! Ubiquitous at boutiques and caf's on Etsy and Pinterest in stationery and home decor the art of chalk lettering is hotter than ever. Valerie Mc Keehan an Etsy standout teaches us everything we need to know to create gorgeous hand - drawn chalk designs. In over 60 lessons learn the AB Cs of lettering (literally) and basic styles: serif sans serif and script. Next how to lay out a design combine various styles into one cohesive piece and add shadows and dimension. Master more advanced letter styles from faceted to ribbon to vintage circus. Use banners borders flourishes. And finally 12 projects to show off your newfound skills including a Winter Wonderland Snow Globe; a smartphone - themed birthday card to text friends and family; a one - of - a - kind party invitation to create photograph and mail; and a bake sale sign guaranteed to put everyone who sees it in the mood for a cupcake! The book is also a practice space with three foldout chalkboards the inside cover and foldout back cover are lined with blackboard paper.
Title: The Complete Book Of Chalk Lettering Create And Develop Your Own Style - Includes 3 Built - In Chalkboards
Author(s): Mckeehan Valerie
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Barcode: 9780761186113
Pages: 176 Pages, Full-Color Photography Through
Publication Date: 9/22/2015
Category: Lettering & Calligraphy