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Keeping Beautiful Handwriting Alive | Cursive Letters, Print, Calligraphy, Teach Handwriting, Homeschool Handwriting Curriculum, Fun Handwriting Practice, Digital Age, Outside

Joanna Kettle | Beautiful Handwriting And Calligraphy Teacher

***TOP 3% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST*** Welcome To Keeping Beautiful Handwriting Alive by Joanna Kettle @ Wild Plains Calligraphy Handwriting skills are being lost in this generation. Schools are no longer teaching it. Kids are bored to tears while trying to learn it. They cry because they also feel the pressure of not being able to make letters perfectly. We want better for our children so they can not only read grandma"s handwriting but write just as beautifully! But not with pressure. Not with

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11:14

87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And...

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2026/01/26

Hey Mama!You think beautiful handwriting is too outdated for the current generation but actually it's that our bodies craves the movement, creativity and cognitive skills it provides. This is the first episode in the Handwriting In A Digital Age Series. Join me today in discovering the role handwriting can play in your life. The highlights of this episode are: The current state of handwriting summary of the benefits of handwriting The role of handwriting in current society Yours In

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86 | Beautiful Handwriting Is Learned! Not a Talent...

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2026/01/19

Hey Mama! Many people think, if their child has bad handwriting, beautiful handwriting is just not for them. But what if I told you that's not true! Especially since a non-artist, engineer brain like me achieved beautiful handwriting. The highlights of this episode are: 'Just having bad handwriting' isn't a thing Why practicing consistently is good but not enough 4 steps to having beautiful handwriting Have more questions? Let me know here! Yours In Beauty, Joanna Mentioned In This Episode: 12 |

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85 | Why ‘Busy Work’ Doesn’t Fix Handwriting (and...

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2026/01/12

Hey Mama!You want your child to learn to write beautifully while having fun, but is the filler or "busy work" actually helping? Is it keeping your child engaged or distracting them from handwriting? The highlights of this episode are: What is handwriting busy work? 4 reasons why busy work doesn't work How drills helps your child improve and with intention Have more questions? Let me know here! Yours In Penmanship, Joanna Mentioned In This Episode: Find Out How To Make Handwriting Fun For Your

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84 | The First Step To Getting Joyful Handwriting In...

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2026/01/05

Hey Mama! Happy 2026! You think your child hates handwriting but it's actually that you don't have clarity around what's bothering them. The highlights of this episode are: What it looks like to be fighting handwriting sessions in homeschooling I did this one thing in my business and how it gives clarity in handwriting sessions as well Example of how to get clarity from your child If this episode helped make a difference in your handwriting homeschool sessions, let me know here! Peacefully

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83 | Work Less And Charge More When Starting Your...

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2025/12/29

Hey Mama!You're looking to step into more abundance in 2026. Abundance in finally doing more of what you like (Calligraphy duh!) and financial abundance by making money from it. But you don't know how to do it without spending hours and hours. Prepare to take notes because in this episode we'll talk about the first time saving steps you need to take to start your Calligraphy business in a way that doesn't produce burnout and the mindset shifts you need. We give our opinions on when you're ready to

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82 | REFLECTION: Uncertain Whether The Issue Is Your...

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2025/12/22

Hey Mama!In this episode we are reflecting on this year. What we love about our Calligraphy practice and what needs to be improved. This episode is a replay from episode 39. Calligraphy is all about going inwards and slowing down. Let's take the time to reflect on one of the top episodes of this podcast and reflect on what we can continue to learn from it. With Reflection, Joanna ✨ NEW! ✨ Inspired by this episode to try Calligraphy? Have 10 minutes in your day? Learn to Write Your first beautiful

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81 | Finish Your First Long Calligraphy Piece When...

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2025/12/15

Hey Mama!You started a longer calligraphy piece : a quote, a prayer, or a meaningful passage but then felt your stomach drop? Even if you can do calligraphy, long pieces can feel nerve-racking. One mistake feels like it could ruin everything. Add in constant interruptions, and it’s no wonder so many moms stop before they really begin. In this episode, I’m walking you through a gentle, mom-friendly way to create long calligraphy pieces, even when your time is broken and your focus isn’t perfect. If

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80 | 4 Ways To Turn Your Beautifully Written Words...

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2025/12/08

Hey Mama!Do you like to send meaningful gifts? Are you tired of all the materialistic ads during Christmas and want to go back to meaning? Are you looking for a way to turn your Calligraphy into gifts? Being the creative, artistic dabbler that you are I know you will be inspired by these trendy and straight forward ways to make gifts to your love ones. I mention 2 tools that you need to turn an ordinary gift into something that is custom and luxurious. And also how these tools are worth the money

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79 | Top 4 Places To Find Christmas Holiday...

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2025/12/01

Are you looking for Calligraphy stocking stuffers that are fun and actually useful? Maybe you're looking for a thoughtful Calligraphy gift that is great for a beginner? Or maybe you're looking for a fun Calligraphy gift for yourself! Finding good quality Calligraphy gifts can be hard to find in places like Amazon or general art stores. So in this episode I go over 4 places where Calligraphers actually shop to find perfect, good quality and beautiful Calligraphy supplies. I also talk about my

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78 | Find Gratitude In The Worst Times With...

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2025/11/24

Hey Mama!Do you find it hard to have gratitude in a hard season? Do you know the difference between being thankful versus being in the state of gratitude? Are you looking for a way to add Calligraphy to your gratitude practice? Today, I invite you in to learn how to have gratitude in tough moments, how to embody gratitude and using Calligraphy in your gratitude practice (join my insider list to see an example of this!). This is a practice we can quickly use the skill of Calligraphy to elevate. This

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77 | Creating Beauty Makes You Magnetic! A Gentle...

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2025/11/17

Hey Mama!You love creating beauty! It makes you light up and joyful. But did you know it also makes you magentic? Today, I talk about the real reason beauty is important and the place it has in our lives. In our fast pace lives, it's easy to leave beauty out as impractical. It's easy to leave out those things that quietly improves us. Beauty is a voice that whispers then makes a stunning appearance. This episode for the mama who wants to be inspired and encouraged to create beauty. I share a real

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76 | Intimidated By The Uppercase Letters? 3 Easy...

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2025/11/10

Hey Mama!You’ve finally learned your lowercase letters, but now you’re feeling a little nervous about the uppercase ones? Or maybe you can’t wait to start them, but they just look a bit complicated. Good news: uppercase letters are actually even more fun! There’s more room to explore and experiment. In this episode, I’ll share three simple ways to make uppercase letters feel less intimidating and a lot more playful. You’ll see why these letters can bring even more creativity and ease to your

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12:14

75 | Is Calligraphy A Good Fit For You? 4 Signs...

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2025/11/03

Hey Mama!Do you love to collect word art? Do you love to write? How do you know Calligraphy will be worth your time? As a Calligraphy teacher, I've seen many people who obviously are drawn to Calligraphy. But they tell themselves it's too hard, they can't make time for it or they don't believe they can learn it. Mama, I want to encourage you that there is an easy way to step into Calligraphy that only takes 10 minutes a day, my free course! In this episode I talk about 4 obvious signs that the

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BONUS! Your Shortcut To Calligraphy + 1 Year...

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2025/11/01

Hey Mama!I can't believe it's been 1 year of this podcast! I can't believe you have been listening to me for a year! A BIG THANK YOU for listening and engaging with me this past year. I hope I helped to bring beauty, clarity and creativity in your life and inspired you to achieve beautiful handwriting. Because Mama, you can create beautiful words!! I also made a shortcut to Calligraphy for you. It's my Mini Calligraphy Course. Get access to this course that only takes 10 minutes for 5 days by

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74 | How 3 Well-Known Figures Used Calligraphy To...

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2025/10/27

Hey Mama!Have you ever wondered how Calligraphy could be used? Are you looking for a way to create impact to those you love with Calligraphy? What impact can Calligraphy have in your life? Today I bring you three well known figures (hint: Lord of the Rings), who actually learned Calligraphy and use their knowledge to literally impact millions! These three people are all talented but their knowledge is Calligraphy is what help bring them to the spotlight. Learning Calligraphy also gave these figures

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73 | Don’t Give Up On Calligraphy! 3 Reasons You’re...

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2025/10/20

Hey Mama, I hear it all the time. You want to fit learning Calligraphy in your life so you buy a book. Then you dilgently practice but you still aren't making any progress! Today I'm sharing 3 reasons that almost all the books miss that you aren't progressing in this beautiful skill. The truth is most books are made to use as a reference and often don't cover these 3 things I share. Just remember, it's not you! The information you're using is missing something! These tips will help you get unstuck

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72 | 4 Timeless Secrets That Made Grandma's...

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2025/10/13

Hey Mama,Do you have handwritten letters from grandma that you admire? Do you keep copies of older relatives handwriting? Did their penmanship make an impact in your life? Is your life goal to write like grandma? Today I'm sharing 4 secrets to learn the reason behind Grandma's awesome penmanship. Grandma lived in a time where handwriting was taught differently. She lived in a time where slowness and taking care was more valued. These "secrets" are sadly not emphasized anymore even though they will

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71 | Artistic Mamas! 3 Reasons To Expand Your...

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2025/10/06

Hey Crafty Mama!Is your perfect me-time learning a new art style? Would you love to add fancy writing to your art pieces? Have you always been curious about Calligraphy? I'm sharing 3 huge benefits Calligraphy adds to your artistic style. You will learn how it can add different elements to your pieces, understand how using a different tool can add so much joy and explore historic writing traditions. If you've been looking to add more impact, creativity and meaningful words to your art, this is the

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70 | Not A Crafty Mama? 4 Reasons Calligraphy Is The...

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2025/09/29

Hey Mama!Are you really NOT into arts and crafts and the mess it creates? But would it still be nice to quickly make some personalized handwritten, beautiful gifts for those you love? In today's episode I'm sharing 4 reasons why Calligraphy IS perfect for the not crafty , miminalist mom. This art practice can give you an outlet of focus and meditation without the mess. And an avenue for practical gifts. If you've been looking to add more meaningful gifts in your life, this episode could help you

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69 | Stop Wasting Time On Writing That Doesn’t Come...

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2025/09/22

Hey Mama!Is it frustrating when your words do not come out the way you want? Are you picking up your pen only to see frustration after writing your first words? Do you words look like a kid wrote it? In today's episode I'm sharing 3 simple steps you might have skipped over to improve your Calligraphy words. Lean in to learn how taking a more progressive approach could improve your confidence in writing words AND be a lot more fun instead of repetitive and boring. If you've been wondering why

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