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Small Brown Writes

Calligraphy Services, Commissioned Pieces and Event Stationery We joked about it but it never became a Twitter account. Instead, it became this.

Every time I would say something ridiculously silly, my husband Jon would smile and say "Oh small brown girl says". I'm a tribal girl from the beautiful island of Borneo. I first came to sunny Australia to study rocks (geology) but unknowingly, it would open the doors to a path I never imagined I'd be on. I befriended a specky, charismatic guy one day and ended up marrying him in the autumn of 201

6. Early that same year, I picked up a dip pen and a bottle of ink, and fell in love again.. except this time, with calligraphy. From then on, I slowly began to realise a dream *cue Les Mis' "I Dreamed A Dream"...* and with Jon's help, Small Brown Writes slowly formed and came to life! I love creating calligraphy art and event stationery - from commissioned pieces of favourite quotes and poems to wedding vows and special event invitations. It doesn't always have to stop at ink and paper. Fabric, wood and even stones are possible surfaces to work on too. I'm always experimenting with different inks, materials and surfaces so if you have an interesting idea, feel free to drop me a line and we'll chat! Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for new products and updates! I sell my work on the official SBW website (www.smallbrownwrites.com), Etsy (www.etsy.com/au/shop/SmallBrownWrites) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/smallbrownwrites).

12/01/2022

This illustration of Merion Tribute House was letterpressed onto handmade paper for R+E’s wedding just over a week ago. Rawr, I loved running my fingers over those beautiful impressions!

10/01/2022

I rewatched the movie Amélie recently and now feel like I need to attach a description to everything 😅

This is a wedding logo for M+M. M’s father, who owns a local glass printing company, is printing this design onto charger plates for their reception taking place in the luscious grape vines of WA 🍇 As I’m typing this, my two long dogs with short legs are sleeping under my chair, snoring away, cutely breathing into each other’s faces while their bellies twitch.

Ok, that’s enough for today 😏

04/01/2022

For Gabriel - maker of Spanish guitars inspired by designs from the 1880’s.

An unused concept for handwritten guitar labels to be stuck on the inside of the instruments.

Happy 2022, fam. Here’s to growth, whatever that looks like for you 🌱

18/11/2021

Woohoo! The past October workshop was so fun 😭 There were both complete beginners and experienced calligraphers that day. Some die hard bubble tea fans, some drank it for the first time. Thank you for having us!

Photography by the amazing

02/11/2021

Did you know that your very own custom monogram design can be made into a wax seal? For E&R’s invitations, the stamp was used to create adhesive wax seals with peel-off stickers on the back. This is a great option for when I won’t be able to completely seal the envelopes shut before shipping them to you.

So much to love about these invitations! Letterpress cards, handwritten calligraphy on drool worthy green envelopes. Highly unlikely these will be the last you’ll see of them 😉

27/10/2021

The Eden Reserve is a beautiful luxe Airbnb just outside of Swan Valley, WA. A spacious, light-filled, modern villa perfect for small groups of up to 8 people. And also an easy 40 minutes out of Perth metro.

Every month, I get to prepare personalised notes to welcome guests to the property. People come to stay for all sorts of reasons. Wedding prep, anniversaries, birthdays, family reunions, rest… all good things. And made just a little more special with the personal touch of a handwritten note.

11/10/2021

🌟 Beginner Modern Calligraphy and Gold Inks workshop 🌟

Thursday 28th October
5-8:30pm

Have you ever heard of sip and write workshops? We’re doing the same thing. EXCEPT WITH BUBBLE TEA! Together with CHATTO Vic Park - Handcrafted Tea Bar, we’re bringing you a beginner-friendly class where you’ll learn everything you need to know to kickstart your journey in modern calligraphy. I adore working with gold ink. So I’m going to get you acquainted with my favourite gold ink brand as well :)

Join me for an evening of creative muscle flexing 💪🏼 The Chatto team will be providing us with awesome handcrafted tea and you’ll get to choose an item from their sweet or savoury menu 😋 More grazing options will be provided as well.

There are just 6 spots left. Visit the link below for more workshop details and tickets!

https://www.smallbrownwrites.com/product-category/workshops/

25/12/2020

"He puzzled and puzzled till his puzzler was sore. Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before. Maybe Christmas, he thought...doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps...means a little bit more!"⁠
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21/12/2020

Handwritten invitations for C&R's baby shower. And of course, this emerald green & gold colour combo I could not pass up 🤓⁠
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I created a custom wax seal for their wedding stationery earlier in the year. How cute is it that we got to use it a couple months later to welcome Baby Lee! 😍 👶🏻

14/12/2020

"Our journey shan’t always be, ⁠
Pandan cake and Skittles™"⁠
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This envelope was inspired by the colours of Perth summer and this line in John's poem for his then wife-to-be ☺️

12/12/2020

Happy Saturday, friends! 🙂

THREE spots have just opened up for this afternoon’s calligraphy workshop. If you’re looking for a last minute thing to do, hop on over to the website to book yourself a seat!

14/11/2020

Happppy Saturday, friends! ⁠
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Next weekend I'll be running the next Modern Calligraphy and Gold Inks workshop! It's a completely beginner friendly session and you'll get to take home your very own calligraphy kit. Christmas is only six weeks away so you'll get to write some Christmasy words too! 🎄 ⁠
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Tickets are available on the website 🙃⁠

Address

Mount Lawley
Perth, WA
6050

Website

http://www.smallbrownwrites.com/

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