The Special Collections Reading Room will be closed 10am to 1pm on Wednesday 16 September. It will then reopen until our usual closing time of 7pm.

National Library of Scotland
Two cards with festive calligraphy on them and a calligraphy pen.

Enjoy a festive afternoon learning how to create your own winter wonderland design using a dip pen and nib. A creative way to make a special card or gift tag.

Join Jemma from The Coastal Pen Calligraphy Studio who will gently guide you through the steps to create your own beautiful flourished stars, snowflakes or Christmas trees.

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