I'm just getting into calligraphy and want to write something for a special occasion. What kind of paper should I use? Any brands of parchment or anything in particular? Also, I'm using an old Sheaffer Calligraphy Pen that came in a kit. Any suggestions for a new fountain pen or calligraphy pen or something? Any brands in particular? I don't want to spend too much money on it though (no more than $50 for a pen for me). Thanks.
You do not need s special brand pen. What you need to make sure is that the ink is not going to smudge or smear. Higgins is a good ink but there are other. There is also colored ink for caligraphy pens. Parchemnt paper is all you need no particular brand so long as you dont buy it at a dollar store.