My partner has done a bunch of historical calligraphy if you're ever looking to ask someone with experience some questions -- especially about things like ink and materials.

BOY!!!!!

Thank you! The birch was collected on some friends' property in Wisconsin, who were also kind enough to assemble it for us. It was a lovely show of community.

In general I was very pleased with the impeccable fantasy vibes we pulled off for a fairly low-budget wedding.

Genuinely though. Not only did I meet my now-wife thanks to social media, but my internet friendships are a huge part of why I am here today. I am so grateful.

I was admittedly inclined to be endeared to him because he'd chosen to do a project on the history of the ADA, but that combined with his utter delight over reading microfiche ("This is so cool! How do they even make these?") was a real "The kids are alright" moment for me.

I worked as a National History Day mentor with MNHS the last couple years, teaching kids how to do historical research, and I still remember showing this one middle schooler how to use the university's microfiche machine. It blew his mind, he thought it was the coolest thing.

Cannot recommend this recipe enough, by the way. I used coffee and apple cider for the liquids in mine and it turned out wonderfully.

smittenkitchen.com/2008/09/maje...

Oh, those ARE gorgeous!!

Educational! Historic! Romantic!