World Calligraphy Day: 10 Gorgeous Customizable Gifts
We love when functionality meets art, which may explain our deeply rooted love of calligraphy. It gives us a little thrill to receive a beautifully crafted message or see our names written in a flowering script.
But, you may ask, what exactly is calligraphy? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines calligraphy as artistic, stylized, or elegant handwriting or lettering, and Wikipedia more broadly states that calligraphy is a visual art related to writing. Calligraphy is practiced worldwide, and it dates back to ancient times when the written word was both scarce and sacred. When there are only one or two copies of a poem, decree, or script, it makes sense to create them as exquisite works of art!
Today, calligraphy lives on in wedding invitations, fonts, logo designs, commissioned inscriptions, and personalized gifts.
As our in-house calligraphy team prepares to celebrate World Calligraphy Day on August 14, we’re delving into our favorite customizable gifts! Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect birthday present or hostess gift, or even getting a head start on your holiday shopping… we’ve got just the thing with their name on it.
Personalized Gifts for Her
Bless her home (or heart) with a strand of our Oyster Shell Blessing Beads. One of our most popular gift items, Blessing Beads are easily customizable with a loved one’s name, wedding date, hometown, or favorite Bible verse.
Choose between the Petite Oyster Blessing Beads or the XL Blessing Beads, and let us add a personalized gift note. Are you curious to know a bit more about this unique and thoughtful decor item? Skip on over to our Blessing Beads blog post! From $60
If life has you saying “Namaste on the mat,” yoganna love Yoloha’s Custom Nomad Cork Yoga Mat. This eco-friendly, sustainable cork mat measures 72 inches by 26 inches and boasts anti-microbial properties. Add your name, favorite mantra, or words of encouragement to brighten your day and fuel your practice. Your selected text will be laser engraved on the cork surface in Yoloha’s signature eye-catching font. $119
Celebrate the road less traveled with a personalized Gilded Oyster Shell Keychain for World Calligraphy Day. Travel-themed quotations like “Oh, the places you’ll go!” and “Adventure Awaits” are popular choices for this gift, but the world is your oyster when it comes to customization. The supple 4-inch leather tassel comes in rose, champagne, Folly blue, and goldenrod, so you can match your car or favorite tote! From $50
Raise a glass to World Calligraphy Day, and place it down on an elegant set of monogrammed cocktail napkins from Charleston Cotton. Charleston Cotton creates adorable table linens with chic illustrations, sophisticated monograms, or the design of your choice. You also get to select the font that sings your song, whether you’re looking for sleek and modern typography or the look of vintage calligraphy. From $35
Serve up style and grace with a set of Gilded Oyster Place Cards this World Calligraphy Day. Our calligraphy team is ready to inscribe your oyster place cards with your loved ones’ names or the welcoming phrase of your choice, such as “Bon Appetit.” Use these heirloom table accents for years to come or give them to your guests as a special party favor. From $15
Personalized Gifts for Him
Searching for the gift for your partner in wine this World Calligraphy Day? Our Oyster Shell Wine Charm is a shop favorite, and it pairs perfectly with any red, white, rose, or champagne. Let us add a cheeky catchphrase, like Sip Happens, Be Kind, Re-wine, or Rose All Day.
And remember, this handcrafted wine charm is a gift that gives back. We recycle 10 oyster shells from local restaurants back to Lowcountry waters for every oyster gift purchased. $25
No matter how you slice it, a personalized cutting board is a sharp gift. We’re partial to the beautiful custom woodwork from the Restored Board, who created some of the gorgeous furniture in the Grit & Grace Cottage. They offer an array of engraving options, ranging from city skylines to last names and wedding dates. Contact them today to discuss your vision! Price varies
Oak & Ink Stationery
Push the envelope this World Calligraphy Day with a swanky customized stationery set from Oak & Ink. Oak & Ink proudly crafts stationery for the modern gentleman, featuring fine illustrations of bow ties, vintage cameras, and whiskey glasses. Incorporate their charming designs into your personal set or collaborate with their team for a truly unique aesthetic. From $150
Are you having a shell of a time finding the right personalized gift for him? Seas the day with a Gilded Oyster Shell Ornament! These customized ornaments look beautiful on a Christmas tree or draped over a stocking during the holidays, and they’re just as lovely draped from a mantle or over a doorknob during the rest of the year. $25
For a sofishticated gift, look no further than a personalized folding fillet knife from Charleston Shucker Company. Add his initials to the high carbon stainless steel blade, which tucks easily into the wood handle for easy, safe storage. This exquisite tool is a practical gift for both the occasional weekend warrior or serious angler. $32
If you need help brainstorming the perfect gift or inscription, we are here for you. Connect with a team member today, or enjoy scrolling through our recent gift guides for inspiration!
We would also love to assist you in planning your wedding. Whether you’re looking for customized Oyster Shell Place Cards with your guests’ names, the perfect piece of bridesmaid jewelry, or a curated gift basket to celebrate the bachelorette, the Grit & Grace Studio Bridal Collection has everything you need.
One Love & Blessings,