write beautifully.
In this fast-paced and highly technological world of type and text, a handwritten word stands out as an example of someone taking the time to truly connect.  ​Calligraphy is a beautiful focal point suited to many purposes.  The stationery for your wedding or special event will be the first thing your guests see, as well as the bar they will use to gauge the tone of your event.  Stylish calligraphy on holiday cards will delight even the most cantankerous of relatives, and don't forget the place cards for that special dinner or anniversary party!  

Make your first impression a lasting and elegant one, perfectly tailored to your personality as well as your event's atmosphere.
"The pen is the tongue of the mind."
- Horace
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Hi there! I'm Rachel, the owner and self-taught artist behind Rachel Miller Calligraphy & Design.  I am based in Mechanicsburg, PA (the West Shore of the Susquehanna River, outside Harrisburg),  and I happily live there with my amazing husband and our wonderful daughter.  I have many passions in this life, such as music, art, language, travel, theater, and of course: calligraphy!

My eye has always been drawn to timeless things, and since childhood I have treasured the intimacy in something written by hand.  Calligraphy began for me in July of 2016 when I decided that I didn't like my signature very much and wanted to make it prettier.  Figuring to improve my cursive while I was at it, I borrowed some library books on calligraphy and started sharing pictures with friends and family.  I played around with different tools until October, when I discovered the pointed pen.  The scratch of a nib on paper, hairlines dancing across the page and intertwining with the graceful swells of downstrokes, and seeing something elegant and beautiful come from my own hands which can brighten someone's day... I was hooked!​(Ironically, I never touched my signature!)

​Thanks for visiting my site.  If I can help you with anything or answer any questions, please contact me, or you can check out the Policies page to read through some commonly addressed topics!  I hope we can chat soon!
la calligraphie est
une musique pour le regard
I must say I am extremely pleased with the service I received from Rachel, and with the finished product. Rachel not only provided excellent calligraphy for my picture, she also provided artistic input of her own, and was able to complete the project on a short turn, so I could give it to a friend for Christmas......and all at a reasonable cost for the work involved. I am a happy customer!
Scott K., Pennsylvania
I found Rachel online while searching for customized calligraphy Santa letters. She responded right away with all the information and created our letter quickly. It was so easy and pleasant! We just received a photo of the letter and it looks amazing. Can't wait for the kids to get it!
Julieta W., California
Rachel was wonderful to work with - she communicated with me, and let me assist in the decision making. She went above and beyond for me on this project, and I am so grateful for that generosity. When the product arrived, I was so delighted at how beautiful it turned out - better than I could have even imagined!
Tonya L., Pennsylvania