Calligraphy requires a steady hand, discipline, a dash of creativity, and a few specialized tools:
Calligraphy paper
Calligraphy pens
Calligraphy markers
Calligraphy brushes
Calligraphy pens need end pieces called nibs, which come separately. Each size and style gives its own twist to your scripting style. Traditional calligraphy pens don't come prefilled. Instead, you dip the nib into an inkwell filled with ink to load the pen.
Lightly draw guides for your text with a handy ruler and pencil to keep your script from veering off its path.
An eraser in your calligraphy tool set will help you remove the guidelines once the ink has dried.
If you're new to the ancient art of calligraphy, get started with calligraphy kits and how-to guides that give you everything you need to design, doodle, and scrawl.