What do you need for writing?

In the La Litera store, we have selected and tested the best tools and materials for calligraphy. Here you can buy calligraphy pens, inks, paint and more. Some tools are only available here. New to calligraphy? We have exercise books, textbooks and courses for you.

Exclusive products

  • Iron gall ink

    Our iron gall ink is handmade out of locally sourced oak galls. We have improved the recipe to produce a smooth and ballanced ink that is ideal for dip pens.
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  • Calligraphy ruling stencil

    We have developed the ruler with calligraphy in mind.
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  • Workbooks

    Starting calligraphy? Try our workbooks.
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Recommended for beginners

We are often asked by beginners about tools they should use. These tools simply work, and we highly recommend them to beginning and seasoned calligraphers.
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  • Nejlepší pérka na kaligrafii pro začátečníky

    Best calligraphy pointed nibs for beginners

    Can you recommend a nib for a beginner? This is the most common question I get from aspiring calligraphers. You know I will advise. But first, let's talk about why...

    Best calligraphy pointed nibs for beginners

    Can you recommend a nib for a beginner? This is the most common question I get from aspiring calligraphers. You know I will advise. But first, let's talk about why...

  • Příprava pérka před prvním psaním: opalování

    Jak připravit pero před prvním psaním?

    Možná jste se s tím setkali, vybalíte nová pera a inkousty, nadšeně se pustíte do jejich zkoušení, ale všechno je špatně. Inkoust na pérku nedrží a pokud se vám ho...

    Jak připravit pero před prvním psaním?

    Možná jste se s tím setkali, vybalíte nová pera a inkousty, nadšeně se pustíte do jejich zkoušení, ale všechno je špatně. Inkoust na pérku nedrží a pokud se vám ho...

  • Testujeme bílé tuše

    We test white inks

    I have demanding requirements for white ink: it should cover well, flow nicely from the pen and, ideally, the pen should wash well. And be waterproof after drying. You can...

    We test white inks

    I have demanding requirements for white ink: it should cover well, flow nicely from the pen and, ideally, the pen should wash well. And be waterproof after drying. You can...

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