It’s ‘Back to School’ for many families this month, so let’s practice lettering a positive affirmation that we can frame to place in our homes or give as a gift to teachers.

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First, I sketched this retro lettering heart-shaped design on my practice paper and then committed to watercolour paper.

back to school diy lettering home decor teacher gift www.kellycreates.ca  black fineliners Kelly Creates

I decided to add outlines with my Kelly Creates 01 Black Fineliner. After I outlined the letters I felt that the heart shape was a little ‘lost’ so I drew a heart with the black fineliner as well. 

back to school diy lettering home decor teacher gift www.kellycreates.ca

I chose to paint the words in primary colours using the Kelly Creates Watercolour Inks in Poppy, Yellow and Blue with the Kelly Creates #4 lettering brush and daisy palette.

watercolor ink Kelly Creates warm set   

I used Canson watercolour paper 140 lb. cold pressed.

canson

Remember to stock up on watercolour and lettering supplies now while my entire online store is 50% OFF! Click HERE to shop!

Here is a lettering template to help you practice drawing this project. Enjoy!

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If you want to learn more about lettering with the Kelly Creates Watercolour Inks, you can read my book The Art of Watercolor Lettering.

The Art of Watercolor Lettering

As well, there are workbooks and all the supplies you need in my online store HERE.

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