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Cortlan
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Hand Lettering & Calligraphy • Prone to fits of fangirling • X Files enthusiast • Coffee lover • she/her
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Cortlan @ceedoubleubee.bsky.social · Feb 4
Hi new followers! I’m Cortlan, a hand lettering and modern calligraphy artist based near Louisville KY! Some things I love making: digital & analog lettering quotes that speak to me plus custom chalkboards and windows for clients. Other things I love: ☕️ 🐈‍⬛ ⚽️
Cortlan’s 2023 Typism Selfie - Cortlan is wearing a burgandy henley top, standing in front of the gallery wall in her studio, smiling and up holding Typism Book 9, showing her page that features her lettering design that reads “Roam, travel, ramble, journey”
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Welcome back artists! 🖌️🎨✨

Quote post with an old piece that you still like!
Hand lettering design on a dark background reads “give a damn, many damns, more damns than anyone” with pink and orange accents.
December 27, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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These two prints have been longtime favorites, and they’ll be retiring in 2026 as I make space for the new!

I’m running a small art sale with code LastCall2025 for 15% off regular-priced items while these designs are still around.
https://f.mtr.cool/yywpubedjs

#Art #ArtSale #Lettering
Two hand lettered art prints displayed side by side, labeled as retiring designs, with a text overlay that reads “Use code LastCall2025 for 15% off regular priced items.”
December 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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As a Hallmark Channel Christmas movie fan, this New Yorker cartoon brings me great joy!
New Yorker cartoon.
December 24, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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This holiday window started with an idea that became a sketch and slowly but surely turned into a full storefront moment.

Right now, I'm booking clients for January and February.  Visit my website to claim your spot! 

https://f.mtr.cool/urzdowawno

#CustomWindowPainting #Louisville
A carousel of images showing the process of creating a custom storefront window design: digital sketch, layout on the template, and the finished hand-painted window lettering installed on a Louisville storefront. A carousel of images showing the process of creating a custom storefront window design: digital sketch, layout on the template, and the finished hand-painted window lettering installed on a Louisville storefront. A carousel of images showing the process of creating a custom storefront window design: digital sketch, layout on the template, and the finished hand-painted window lettering installed on a Louisville storefront. A carousel of images showing the process of creating a custom storefront window design: digital sketch, layout on the template, and the finished hand-painted window lettering installed on a Louisville storefront.
December 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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“But as the day when the world declared in one voice, we will not go quietly into the night. We will not vanish without a fight. We're going to live on. We're going to survive. Today, we celebrate our Independence Day.”
December 19, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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A little winter solstice reminder for the season: the darkest night produces the brightest stars.

What are some good winter rituals I should try this year? 

#Sketchbook #WinterSolstice #Art
December 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Come January, all these designs are retiring, and I'll be drastically limiting offerings for any future prints or products,  so this feels like a little “last chance” moment for these retiring designs. 

https://f.mtr.cool/wtypfkysuk
Carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints and stickers arranged on a light background. Each piece is part of a closeout sale with big discounts as the designs retire ahead of a full shop refresh in January. Carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints and stickers arranged on a light background. Each piece is part of a closeout sale with big discounts as the designs retire ahead of a full shop refresh in January. Carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints and stickers arranged on a light background. Each piece is part of a closeout sale with big discounts as the designs retire ahead of a full shop refresh in January. Carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints and stickers arranged on a light background. Each piece is part of a closeout sale with big discounts as the designs retire ahead of a full shop refresh in January.
December 15, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Bit of a dream interview. I got to chat with the props master from The X-Files (and Battlestar Galactica) www.heydannyitsmulder.com/episodes/epi...
9 Ken Hawryliw — Hey Danny, It's Mulder.
Ken Hawryliw is a props master who worked on the first five seasons of The X-Files, leading the design, fabrication, and sourcing of some of the most iconic props from the show. Ken was also the prop...
www.heydannyitsmulder.com
December 14, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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Choose your fave! Working through a few “yule” sketches ahead of the winter solstice and loving how differently one word can behave in pencil. 

#letteringstyles #art #skechbooklettering
December 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Am I…proud? Of Indiana? What?
marcelias.bsky.social Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 16d
🚨BREAKING: In a powerful reproach to President Donald Trump, the Indiana Senate voted against a mid-decade redistricting that would have gerrymandered the state’s congressional maps. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
In Blow to Trump, Indiana Rejects GOP Gerrymander
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
December 11, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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Ditching Calibri as a “wasteful diversity” font is both hilarious and sad.
Here's a quick reminder of what Calibri actually is and why it matters. (1/2)
On the top is the photo of Luc(as) de Groot, typedesigner, and Calibri creator. The text follows: I designed Calibri to make reading on computer screens easier. In 2006 Microsoft chose it to replace Times New Roman as the default font in the Office suite, for good reasons: Times creates visual noise on typical office screens, which can be problematic for people with impaired vision, such as many older users. Calibri, on the other hand, performs exceptionally well at small sizes and across a wide range of resolutions. The LucasFonts logo is at the bottom. A screenshot of the comparison of the Calibri and Times New Roman at 11 points on the typical office displays. The text follows: On a typical office screen, the serifs of Times New Roman introduce visual disturbance and make the text difficult to read. The LucasFonts logo is at the bottom.
December 11, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Most of my prints, cards, and stickers are wrapping up their time in the shop! If you’re looking for gifts, this week is the last window to get them in time for Christmas.

https://f.mtr.cool/ylqkidshhm

#lastcallsale #HolidayGifts2025 #smallbusinesslove
A carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints, greeting cards, and stickers arranged on a tabletop. Each item features different lettering styles and designs, shared as a reminder that these pieces are retiring from the shop and should be ordered soon for Christmas delivery. A carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints, greeting cards, and stickers arranged on a tabletop. Each item features different lettering styles and holiday-friendly designs, shared as a reminder that these pieces are retiring from the shop and should be ordered soon for Christmas delivery. A carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints, greeting cards, and stickers arranged on a tabletop. Each item features different lettering styles and holiday-friendly designs, shared as a reminder that these pieces are retiring from the shop and should be ordered soon for Christmas delivery. A carousel of photos showing various hand-lettered prints, greeting cards, and stickers arranged on a tabletop. Each item features different lettering styles and holiday-friendly designs, shared as a reminder that these pieces are retiring from the shop and should be ordered soon for Christmas delivery.
December 10, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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A little before-and-after from a big bar menu project. I love how hand lettering can shift the whole atmosphere of a space by adding that personal touch to the details.

#Lettering #Art #Design
Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style. Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style. Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style. Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style.
December 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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A little before-and-after from a big bar menu project. I love how hand lettering can shift the whole atmosphere of a space by adding that personal touch to the details.

#Lettering #Art #Design
Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style. Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style. Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style. Carousel images showing a bar’s large chalkboard menu before and after custom hand lettering. The “before” image shows a blank chalkboard. The ''during" image shows an over the shoulder picture of me, lettering on the board. The “after” image shows cleanly lettered drink categories, pricing, and decorative accents that match the bar’s style.
December 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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'Fox in the snow" by contemporary printmaker Cat Moore #WomensArt
#December6th #ArtAdvent
Print featuring a fox walking away from the viewer leaving a trail of footprints in snow in a glade between dense winter woodland
December 6, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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I don’t understand why people attempt to denigrate Hallmark Christmas films by referring to them as “too cheesy”, as if that is a bad thing? I mean, have you *had* cheese? It’s not exactly the insult that you think it is.
December 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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I have about 10 ornaments still available for custom orders!

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Hand lettered wood slice ornaments feature a cat name with ears, whiskers, and nose painted on dark backgrounds
December 5, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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A little holiday fun - can you guess how much I sped up this time lapse?  

Hint: it's more than 5x and less than 10x...

#holidaylettering #art #christmasornament
December 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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This “cup of cheer” design is perfect for this holidays, and it’s fun imagining how it might work as a digital flyer or even a seasonal menu for a bourbon bar. Love seeing where one idea can go.

#BrandDesignInspo #DigitalLettering
A carousel of images showing a “cup of cheer” hand-lettered design: first as a chalkboard mock-up, then the original sketch, progress images, and the final artwork printed on a holiday card. A carousel of images showing a “cup of cheer” hand-lettered design: first as a chalkboard mock-up, then the original sketch, progress images, and the final artwork printed on a holiday card. A carousel of images showing a “cup of cheer” hand-lettered design: first as a chalkboard mock-up, then the original sketch, progress images, and the final artwork printed on a holiday card. A carousel of images showing a “cup of cheer” hand-lettered design: first as a chalkboard mock-up, then the original sketch, progress images, and the final artwork printed on a holiday card.
December 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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A little time-lapse of a holiday window I painted before Thanksgiving. Windows like this become a photo op, a feature wall, or a way for a business to show off its personality. I’ve got a few of December openings!

#Louisville #CustomLettering #HolidayWindow
December 2, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Holiday windows are one of my favorite ways to bring a little extra personality and cheer into a business space. I have 1–2 openings this December for custom window or chalkboard murals. Always excited to partner with local shops this season!

#LouisvilleBusiness #WindowArt
Hand-painted holiday storefront window featuring custom lettering and scattered snowflakes. Text overlay reads “December Availability – Now booking 1–2 custom windows or chalkboard murals for the holiday/New Year.”
December 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Holiday windows are one of my favorite ways to bring a little extra personality and cheer into a business space. I have 1–2 openings this December for custom window or chalkboard murals. Always excited to partner with local shops this season!

#LouisvilleBusiness #WindowArt
Hand-painted holiday storefront window featuring custom lettering and scattered snowflakes. Text overlay reads “December Availability – Now booking 1–2 custom windows or chalkboard murals for the holiday/New Year.”
December 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Hi all! My art sale ends today aka this is the last call for 30% off prints, stickers, and ready to ship ornaments!

cwbletters.com/shop/
ceedoubleubee.bsky.social Cortlan @ceedoubleubee.bsky.social · 28d
Happy Small Biz Saturday! 

Sharing a simple gift guide for Small Business Saturday: handmade prints, ornaments, stickers, and stationery for anyone who loves thoughtful gifts. If you’re shopping small this weekend, my holiday gift sale is live.
For the friend who loves color: Stickers! Shows a "you're the best" sticker with other stickers in the background. For the cozy homebody: art prints! Shows a "When you feel your tree is breaking, just bend" hand lettered art pring. For the stationery lover: cards/postcards. Shows two greeting cards "Floral support" and "you totally can" that have complementary coral colors. For the sentimental one: ornaments. Shows two custom painted holiday ornaments for cats with ears, noses, and whiskers.
November 30, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Happy Small Biz Saturday! 

Sharing a simple gift guide for Small Business Saturday: handmade prints, ornaments, stickers, and stationery for anyone who loves thoughtful gifts. If you’re shopping small this weekend, my holiday gift sale is live.
For the friend who loves color: Stickers! Shows a "you're the best" sticker with other stickers in the background. For the cozy homebody: art prints! Shows a "When you feel your tree is breaking, just bend" hand lettered art pring. For the stationery lover: cards/postcards. Shows two greeting cards "Floral support" and "you totally can" that have complementary coral colors. For the sentimental one: ornaments. Shows two custom painted holiday ornaments for cats with ears, noses, and whiskers.
November 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
ceedoubleubee.bsky.social
Happy Small Biz Saturday! 

Sharing a simple gift guide for Small Business Saturday: handmade prints, ornaments, stickers, and stationery for anyone who loves thoughtful gifts. If you’re shopping small this weekend, my holiday gift sale is live.
For the friend who loves color: Stickers! Shows a "you're the best" sticker with other stickers in the background. For the cozy homebody: art prints! Shows a "When you feel your tree is breaking, just bend" hand lettered art pring. For the stationery lover: cards/postcards. Shows two greeting cards "Floral support" and "you totally can" that have complementary coral colors. For the sentimental one: ornaments. Shows two custom painted holiday ornaments for cats with ears, noses, and whiskers.
November 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM