Description based on print version record.

Originally published under the title: Modern mark making : from classic calligraphy to hip hand-lettering.

"A mark-making workbook for crafters, cardmakers, and journal artists"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references.

Tools : surfaces and materials for lettering -- The basics : techniques and getting started -- Old school : classical italic and new variations -- Scripty : vintage copperplate writing and variations using a pointed pen -- Raw brush : pointed brush letters -- Scrawly : rough and edgy letters from everyday pens and brushes -- Tricky and funk-tional : play with your letters -- Stitched : lettering with fabric and stitchery -- Street : breaking the rules with urban style and cool tools -- Flourish : swirls, twirls, and sparkly things -- Gothic : basic blackletter -- Mixed media and letterforms : design technique explorations.