let me tell you something,
it's time to take calligraphy services off the page
and to transform your items into perfectly post-ready products
Work with me
I'm the event calligrapher for brands who refuse to be basic
let's be real for a sec...
Creating memorable guest experiences isn't about bigger budgets or flashier venues. It's about those intimate moments when each guest feels like the main character. That's where I come in.
Because it’s not just writing names on bags or monogramming merchandise. We're creating personalized moments that take your guests from audience to ambassador.
When you're ready to stop playing it safe with traditional event activations, you know where to find me.
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"The pictures and videos don't even do her work justice, it's something you have to experience in person. The ability to do such beautiful work right in front of you within a couple minutes is something that elevates any party or experience for your guests."
BROOKE, EVENT COORDINATOR
client love letters
I hate to break it to you,
but a machine can't do what I do
A machine can't read the room. Can't match your energy. Can't create the kind of magic moments your guests won't stop talking about.
But I can.
While machines focus on output, I focus on impact. Every stroke, every interaction, every moment is crafted to make your guests feel like they're part of something exclusive. Because at the end of the day, connection beats perfection every single time.
Ready to give your guests what they really want?
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I've got a calligraphy service for every surface
calligraphy and lettering
I use a mix of dip pens, brush pens, and paint markers to create decorative handwriting that'll make your guests swoon. Compatible with everything from gift tags to textured totes, and even those textured surfaces you thought were off-limits.
hand engraving
Using a micro-drill, I etch bespoke designs into the surface of *almost* any item. Glass, metals, stone, porcelain - if you can dream it, I can engrave it. Even those fancy mirrored surfaces don't stand a chance against my steady hand.
debossing and wood burning
I use a heated tool with controlled pressure to impress a design that's not just seen, but felt. This debossing service is perfect for elevating surfaces like wood, leather (genuine or vegan), suede, and even the outside of a coconut!
freehand hot foiling
Think hot foil stamping had the market in a chokehold? Not a chance. I use heat-activated foil to imprint a free-hand calligraphy design onto the item. Leather goods? Easy. Silk ribbon? No problem. Velvet jewelry box? Consider it elevated.
It's time to transform your event into an experience. You ready?
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THE EVENT EDIT
the event edit
for brands & businesses
This calligraphy service was designed with you in mind!
Unlike machine-produced customizations, each piece is hand-crafted within minutes with a unique design. Your guests walk away with their own perfectly post-worthy keepsake that'll boost your reach and exposure.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
- Complimentary consultation call
- Choice of on-site Signature Service
- Optional customized order system
- Optional branded signage
Starting At $300/HR
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don't take my word for it...
"My favorite part about working with Cat is her ability to think out of the box with ideas that ALWAYS elevate my events. She is THE surprise element at my events that keep guests talking for years to come."
JEN SCHROEDER
OWNER OF JEN SCHRO CATCHING, ESPN COMMENTATOR
so...how does this work?
Send your info
Submit your request with all the event details. I'll review the information and set up a time to discuss logistics and answer questions.
Secure your date
I'll send you paperwork to review. Once you sign off and make your deposit, you can check this off your to-do list!
*cue happy dance*
Do the damn thing
On event day, all you have to do is make the workspace and items are ready for customization. I'll take care of the rest!
what are you waiting for?
let's get this party started!
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sneak peek at some of my favorite on-site calligraphy
customization
hand-engraved
fOUNDATION
one/size beauty
FOUNDATION ENGRAVING
When One/Size by Patrick Starr launched their game-changing foundation in Beverly Hills, they needed a Los Angeles calligrapher who could match their energy. For five days, I provided hand engraving services as beauty royalty like Bretman Rock, Laura Lee, and RuPaul's Drag Race winners strutted through.
This wasn't your average event activation – guests got professionally color matched, then watched as I transformed their perfect-match foundation bottle into a personalized piece of beauty history. Talk about event activation ideas that leave a mark – this pop-up proved that even foundation bottles can become collector's items with the right touch.
tote bags
stila cosmetics
tote bag customization
Stila Cosmetics knows how to throw a party, and their 30th anniversary celebration at Let's Go Disco! and Cocktail Club was no exception. As their live event calligrapher, I added that extra sprinkle of magic by hand-lettering branded tote bags filled with cult classics and new releases.
Picture this: beauty enthusiasts watching in awe as their swag bags transformed into personalized pieces of Stila history. This intimate event activation proved that sometimes the best celebrations combine iconic products with personal touches.
ash by ashley benson
fragrance engraving
As A-listers like Demi Lovato and Kathy Hilton mingled, I offered perfume bottle engraving for each guest at the product launch of Ash by Ashley Benson. My custom engraving transformed each bottle into a personalized gifting experience.
The result? A product launch that had everyone from investors to celebrities reaching for their phones to capture their personalized bottles – proving the best event activation ideas combine high-end products with personalized moments.
galore
sheglam
custom makeup bags
sheGlam's Holiday Party at LAVO Ristorante wasn't just another West Hollywood event – it was THE moment of the 2023 holiday season. Among the cool event activations like fashion illustrations and live music, my hand-lettering station turned simple makeup bags into must-have accessories.
As your go-to calligrapher for event activation ideas that pop, I created personalized moments that had guests lining up between sips of champagne and passed hors d'oeuvres. Because let's be real – nothing says 'holiday magic' quite like a custom-lettered makeup bag that's practically begging to be photographed.
- Glassware, barware, coffee mugs
- Tote bags or other baggage
- Beers, wines, spirits, liquor
- Fragrances, cosmetics
- Jewelry, watches, belts
- Shoes, hats
- Wallets, passport holders, luggage tags
- Notebooks
- Textiles, scarves
- Charcuterie boards, marble coasters, candles
- Keepsake boxes
Can you customize items before an event?
What do you need for setup?
Who provides the favors?
Do you travel?
- The service type that was selected
- The surface of the item to be customized
- Individual customization requests
To give you an idea of what's possible, here's an estimate for each service:
- Hand-lettering: 40-50 items per hour
- Engraving: 40-50 items per hour
- Embossing: 30-50 items per hour
- Hot foiling: 20-25 items per hour
- Painting: 10-20 items per hour
For higher guest counts, additional artists can be added to meet demands.
Can you customize items before an event?
What do you need for setup?
Who provides the favors?
Do you travel?
Can you customize items before an event?
This can also be a great option for post-event support if you need a few more items completed.
Please email cat@catlaurencalligraphy.com for more information.
What do you need for setup?
Who provides the favors?
Do you travel?
Can you customize items before an event?
What do you need for setup?
- Table and chair
- Adequate lighting
- Place to display or store items to be customized
- Access to power (3-prong outlet) for hot foiling or embossing services
Who provides the favors?
Do you travel?
Can you customize items before an event?
What do you need for setup?
Who provides the favors?
- Two complimentary consultations via Zoom
- A curated list of recommended favors
- Sourcing quality vendors for favors
- Ensuring items are delivered to the wedding location
Do you travel?
Can you customize items before an event?
What do you need for setup?
Who provides the favors?
Do you travel?
QUESTIONS
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"Before working with Cat, the one thing you should know is that she is amazing! She works so quick and her calligraphy is beautiful.
Very easy to work with and prompt with all communications."
LOS-ANGELES BASED EXPERIENTIAL MARKETING TEAM
why they keep coming back for more...
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