Those handwritten invitations and certificates always look so impressive. Now, this Usborne Guide offers instructions on calligraphy for those who are just beginning. Aside from a few basic supplies (the kit comes with three pens--red, blue and black with fine, medium and broad points), the real secret to success is practice and lots of it. For those who are curious there is a lot of information about the development of writing, calligraphy styles and the different tools. At the end of the book there are alphabets to copy, a glossary and a resource list. If you have the time and interest, this book will help you develop beautiful writing. 1999 (orig.