A popular, enjoyable craft that has endless applications is easily learned by beginner or intermediate students who follow the clear lessons packaged with this gift set that contains all essential materials for mastering calligraphy. The instruction book covers basic techniques, from working with square-edged pens to making your own writing tools. Examples of graceful alphabets are shown, and step-by-step projects give readers many ideas for putting their new-found skills to practical use—on invitations, announcements, awards, and to adorn numerous gift items. Materials, visible through a die-cut oval in the package cover, include a folder filled with templates.