Problem
Most printable calligraphy worksheets are either fixed templates or require complex manual setup. I wanted a practical tool where users can quickly generate clean A4 guideline sheets for different scripts, nib sizes, and x-height ratios.
What I built
Calligraphy Tools is a focused generator that lets users configure writing parameters and immediately export usable worksheets.
- script and angle-aware guideline presets
- ratio controls for ascenders, descenders, and x-height
- printable output designed for real paper workflows
- direct bridge to related products in the shop ecosystem
Architecture
The tool is designed as a small, maintainable product rather than a one-off calculator.
- Frontend: Next.js + TypeScript UI with typed state for configuration profiles
- Rendering: deterministic layout calculations for stable print geometry
- Localization-ready routes: locale-prefixed URL structure (
/en/...,/pl/...) - SEO strategy: canonicalized deterministic states and localized metadata
- Ecosystem links: context-aware handoff to Piórnik product pages
Why it matters
This project sits at the center of my ecosystem: software engineering enabling analog craft.
It supports fountain pen and calligraphy users with a real workflow tool, while also connecting to physical products from the workshop.
Screenshots (placeholders)
Next steps
- add saved presets for recurring practice routines
- expand script packs and example sheets
- enrich print export options for broader paper formats