[cam-studies-life]

Sorry for my inactivity, I’ve been busy with college orientations and activities! Anyways, here’s a detailed infographic about my study habits, as requested by an anon. Please take note that these habits are effective for me, but may not be effective for you. Do not feel pressured to adapt these because there is no single “right” way to study! I encourage you to find out the best study habits for YOU. 

[courtwhee]

rise, red as the dawn…

[gentle-reminder]

gentle reminder

everything’s going to be fine, please just try your best to hold on a little while longer

[studiyng]

we’ve all been in this situation for different reasons, anxiety, procrastination, work, way too many assignments in a week. but fear not my friends, hopefully, this masterpost will help you get A’s and organize your study schedule.

also please only do this every time you need to study for a test, cramming is not good for learning and pulling all-nighters frequently isn’t healthy.

study tips

cramming

how to cram for a big test by @studyign how to cram efficiently by @study-studymore-studyhard test and cramming tips how to cram the night before a test and pass 10 ways to cram successfully 

all-nighters (the last resort) 

how to pull an all-nighter and pass your exam  all-nighter survival tips by @rookiemag how to pull and effective all-nighter stay all night without feeling sleepy: pt1 / pt2  expert-approved guide to pulling an all-nighter pull the most efficient all-nighter how to pull an all-nighter how to pull and all-nighter : from the special forces do’s and don’ts of pulling an all-nighter

really do them if it’s absolutely necessary:

is it bad for you to pull and all-nighter why you should never pull and all-nighter

the night before the exam

study the night before  by @renaissence study the day before by @getstudyblr night owl study tips by @lawjournalsandwine  the night before the exam by @studyspoinspo how to study the night before a test the night before the exam tips top tips for the night before and the morning of the exam how to pass an exam if you forgot to study the night before study the day before the exam 10 things you should do the night before a test 7 mistakes you make on the night before an exam you’ll never make again

i have less than a week to study

five day study plan by @brandi-studies  how to study for an upcoming exam by @noteblr how to remember everything for a test in 3 days by @getstudyblr when you have a test really soon study well in short time study for exams in limited time ace an exam that’s around the corner

tips

25 study tips by @studyign  how to study more efficiently fastest way to memorize by @studyign common study mistakes by @studyign tips on study last minute by @milkystudies how to get things done by @lattenotlate   study smart not hard 10 tips to study smart and save time useful tips to study in short time how to study for an exam effectively prepare for a exam in a really short time study for an approaching exam the secrets to study effectively in short time nice time management advice how to study in groups how to stay focused by @elkstudies finals week masterpost 22 science based tips to study for an exam 20 study hacks to imporve your memory

exam tips

tips for during the exam

15 tips to boost your exam performance

how to answer exam questions

7 last-minute exam tips

28 top tips for exams and tests

top 10 tips for taking exams

last minute revision tips

exam prep

how to mentally prepare for a test by @eruditicn

anti procrastination masterpost by @elkstudies

beat anxiety and stress in 1 hour and start studying!

how to stop procrastination

deal with exam anxiety by @attackonstudying

scientifically the best ways to prepare for an exam

motivation

how to get motivated

my motivation tag

more masterposts

app masterpost

DIY masterpost

food masterpost

how to: group work

printable masterpost

language masterpost

music masterpost

my study methods masterpost

[studyspiration-coffee]

little reminders

do you have homework due tomorrow? do it

did you get any homework today? do it

did you get an assignment notification? break it into small chunks, schedule these chunks and make a start on it. 

do you have an exam tomorrow? do some light revision. or if you’ve left it until the last, turn off your phone, put it in your desk drawer and revise until you’re done. make sure you get at least 4 hours of sleep if you’re cramming, 8 if you’re not. 

do you have a quiz tomorrow? do some v light revision, and redo some homework problems or handouts on the topic.

how much tea/coffee/general caffeine have you had today? how much water have you had? switch your next coffee refill to water.

have you brushed your hair? tame that mane.

have you showered? have a warm shower right before you go to bed so you feel sleepy when you come out.

are your feet cold? put on socks.

are you working your hardest? push a little harder. 

when was the last time you allocated relaxing time? pick a cutoff point for your work, whether it’s 9pm or 1am, and spend 15-30 minutes (depending on the time) to wind down by reading a book, talking to family or friends, taking a shower and generally doing whatever you want. 

[juliastudies]

[meilancholic]

Hello wonderful people! I just want to share some of my favorite studying methods and add a personal review about it. Hope you guys like it!

I. Note Taking

a. Flashcards + Doodles I associate things with some doodles that’ll make sense to me personally. Sometimes, I make puns on things I need to remember so that I can recall them easily. This really helps me since I tend to forget things easily.

b. Lecture notes + Drawings  Since I’m a visual learner, I draw things on corner by corner of the paper and write information beside them! I also color-code terms or the topic itself to make myself remember things easily. It became helpful to me on memorizing rules on my Research I subject and as well as some terms on Statistics and Probability!

c. Personalized note taking system  My note taking system is kind of similar to Cornell note taking system. I fold my paper into half, mostly the left side’s wider than the right side (but I also do it on the other way). On the right side, I put graphs, formulas, charts and other important information. Meanwhile, I put the key points and notes on the left side or the explanation of the presented graph/formula/chart. I adapted this method recently and I’m loving it!

II. Recording  I record myself teaching my chosen topic. Mostly, I address it to myself since I like to talk to myself in second person’s point of view. I also like to add puns or personal remarks about a certain thing. The negative thing about this is that it is time-consuming (sometimes a broad topic can last up to 30 minutes) but it helps me to understand things if I really can’t grasp the concept that well. During my free time at school, I listen to my recordings like an audio book or a podcast. It’s quite entertaining to me, I’m not lying, haha. This became helpful to me on my exams and quizzes.

So these are my favorite studying methods! If you want to try them, just go for it! Happy studying! 

[intellectys]

Fun is something we all need more of when the going gets hard, especially when the notes are long and the subject is hard! Here’s a few tips to help you become more interested in your work & keep on going.

Interactive Study Tools!

Written Kitten: get a kitten/puppy/bunny pic every 100 words

Quizlet: play fun games with your flashcards

Memrise: add custom mnemonics to your vocab terms

Clozemaster: pretend your language learning is a video game

GoConqr: go and make those online mindmaps

Khan Academy: make your learning totally interactive

Online Resources: a masterpost from youtube to history!

Snacks!

101 Study Snacks: (mostly) healthy, fun & easy snacks

Study Foods: a fun & healthy guide to what you should eat

Feed Yo’ Brain: sweet, savoury, or a drink? all covered!

5 Recipes That Make Life Easier: simple & necessary

5 Cheap, Tasty, & Healthy Snacks

Buzzfeed Tasty: simple & delicious video recipes

Playlists!

Study Playlists Masterpost: everything you ever need

Study Playlist Masterpost: aaaand some more! in categories!

Soundtracks for Study: to help you get through that study sesh 

& shoutouts to my favourite playlists:

calm down & work

rose redux

mildliners playlists

study nonstop

Study Sounds: not quite playlists, but calm and great for studying

Coffitivity: pretend you’re studying in a coffee shop

Noisli: study in nature rather than your room

Organization!

How to Stay Organized: oodles of helpful tips!

Organization: advice both physical and digital

Organization Methods: a bunch of different strategies

The Organization Guide for Lazy Students

Staying Organized in College: a seven step guide

How to Keep Binders Organized For School

Study Breaks!

Study Break Ideas: bet you hadn’t thought of doing yoga

Energizing Study Break Ideas & What To Avoid

Online Pomodoro Timer: work, break, repeat: all timed

Study Breaks: ideas for those 5 minutes of downtime

Studying 101: The Pomodoro Technique

Non-Studying Things To Do During Your Free Period

Doodles!

How To Illustrate Your Notes: perfect for visual learners

Guide to Pretty Notes: spice up your dull note-taking habits

Fundamentals of Visual Notetaking

Doodle Ideas: an adorable guide from studypetals!

Tumblr’s Bullet Journal Explore Page: for ultimate doodliness

There you have it! Try mixing up all these different strategies for maximum fun while studying.

If you have a way of making studying fun that wasn’t included, please please reply & let everyone know!!

[eike-nella]

Me: *sees a fanfic with a lot of comments,hits,kudos/favorites and followers/bookmarks*

Me: *screams internally*

Me: *finds out that it hasn't been updated since October 1670*

Me: Hoe don't do it, hoe don't do it.

Me: *reads it anyways*

RELATABLE!

[eintsein]

A GUIDE TO MAKING EFFECTIVE SLIDES aka how to create presentation slides that actually improve your presentation

By Eintsein

(apologies for the variation in image quality. idk what went wrong with tumblr)

[emmastudies]

Apps for productivity and time management

There is no doubt that phones and laptops can be distracting when trying to study. Attempting to balance using either for fun and working can be difficult, especially if get distracted easily. Here are 12 apps that you can download to make your time management a million times better!

Forest - $1.99 iOS | free android | chrome | firefox | website Grow a tree each time you set a period of time to focus. Exit the app and your little tree dies! You can add friends, unlock new trees, exchange coins for real trees (!!), and track each time you are productive. A lot of people ask if this app is worth it and I’d say definitely. It is the cutest time management application I’ve come across. Whilst there are similar alternatives, I like this the best. You can add me using my email: [email protected]. If you’d like me to add you back, send me your account address!

FocusNow - free | iOS | website Very similar to Forest, but free! Grow a plant whilst you work and leaving app means your tree dies. The app also helps to build your habits with progress tracking and reminders. You can add friends and compete against them! This is definitely a great alternative to Forest if you don’t want to pay.

Tide - free | iOS | android | website If you enjoy listening to something whilst studying but get distracted with regular playlists, this app is for you! Combining white noise - either the ocean, rain, forest, meditation and a coffee shop - you can block out distractions whilst managing your time. I seriously love the minimalist design of this app.

ClearFocus - free | iOS | android | website A really simple app that alternates working sessions with short breaks. You can set a time for your break sessions which will help you actually get back to studying. You can also check out statistics on your progress which is great for improving your discipline.

Be Focused - free iOS | $4.99 mac | website A very detailed to-do list and pomodoro timer combined. Again, it alternates time periods with short breaks! This app can be synced between all your devices which is awesome if you use different ones during the day. I like the simple design of this one too!

Focus To-Do: $1.49 | iOS One of the top five productivity apps in China! It is a super comprehensive app with loads of features so if you enjoy tracking your productivity, this is one for you! Unfortunately, it is only available on iOS and costs.

Focus Keeper - free | iOS Simple and flexible app for time tracking with lots of options for customisation. I think it’s really cool the app adds a widget on notifications when you’re using the app. You can also choose background music to help you focus.

Pomodoro: Grow and Harvest - free | iOS Very similar to Forest in essence of growing a plant, however upon completion you get to harvest your fruit. I actually really like the design of this app. Unlike Forest, your crops don’t die if you exit the application but the timer does reset. This is good in a way since you’ll stay on the app but could get annoying if you were to check something but wanted to leave the timer running.

Flat Tomato - free | iOS | website A really cool and interactive app! You can easily plan out an hour of your time with certain periods for working and others for a long and short break. I think it is a great way to keep focus without having to reset your phone. You can also reflect on your daily motivation, distractions and possible improvements. There are loads of customisation of settings, colours and sounds.  

Pomodrone - free with pro version | iOS | website Simple and cute flat design timer app. The free version is only a pomodoro timer with 25 minute working and 5 minute break periods. Whilst you don’t have control over changing these times, it is quite good if you want to be strict with your time. If you purchase the pro version, you have the option to change the times and colours, set daily goals and see performance statistics. 

Brain Focus Productivity Timer - free | android  One of the most popular time management apps for android. You can set specific tasks with certain times which is great for improving your efficiency and discipline. For instance, if you do a task each day you can have certain work and break times, and then access it quickly. Another cool option is that you can easily add a couple of extra minutes to the timer without needing to reset the whole thing. Definitely, a great option, especially since it is free!

FocusList: Focus timer and daily planner - $4.99 iOS | $4.99 mac I really like the look of this app! You can plan out your daily to-do, set estimated times and then get on to using the timer to focus. This is great for improving your speed and prioritising your daily tasks. The statistics option allows you keep a track of your productivity! As well as being on your mac, you can use an Apple Watch for timing which I think is really cool! Sadly, it is a little expensive.

These are just a few time management and productivity apps that I’ve come across whilst running a studyblr. If you’ve got any other app suggestions, please let me know via my ask! I hope you found this list useful and have found a new way to be productive! If any of these apps help, please let me know! x

Other posts | Printables | Instagram | Youtube | Pinterest 

[emmastudies]

lowkey obsessing over coloured stationery at the moment (if you couldn’t tell…)

[determinationandcaffeine]

Some Tips On Organic Chemistry

When you’re looking at two compounds and wondering how they may react, pay attention to the carbons - if they are bonded to a halogen or something more electronegative than them, then they have a partial positive charge and they’re going to want anything that will give them more electrons (a.k.a. a nucleophillic attack). If they’re bonded to hydrogen, they have a partial negative charge and they become your nucleophile, which will want to give those electrons to something that’s lacking them. Once you get these basics down, mechanisms become much easier to memorize because you can see the logic in them and sometimes predict them.

Get the basic mechanisms ingrained in your brain. Think of SN1, SN2, E1 and E2 as your new multiplication table. Make flashcards about them and take them to class. Or put them at the back or front of your notebook. Just have them handy at all times.

Draw the final steps in 3D. ALWAYS. You can draw the mechanisms and the first steps in 2D because it will make it easier to understand, but never forget that you’re working with a 3D structure that can flipped (and attacked by nucleophiles) every which way. Also, if you don’t know the basic perspectives used in orgo (Fischer, Newmans, sawhorse, wedge-dash) please take half an hour to learn them. Mainly wedge-dash and Fischer, but Newman is very useful when deciding which position you should put your atoms in if you’re dealing with sin and anti.

Colors. If you’re one of those people who ONLY writes in black pen, awesome, keep using it for WRITING. For reactions though, you’re going to want options. you’ll need to differentiate between:

The molecules (same color for atoms and bonds, unless you want to finish your notes on your deathbed).

Your three types of arrows: electron flow, actual steps in the reaction (think intermediates) and steps you may take to make it clearer for you but that happen at the same time.

Formal charges

The electrons that stay with its original atom and the ones that are given/shared, if you’re like me and you like your mechanisms to be spelled out.

This is not an excuse to go nuts with the coloring, 3 colors are enough. Personally, I use purple for molecules, electrons and reaction arrows, black for electron flow arrows and charges and light blue for clarification step arrows. Also optional but to denote a homolytic fission I usually write a blue line perpendicular to the bond. Similarly, if two atoms share one electron each, instead of just one them donating both electrons, I link said electrons with blue.

Remember to be consistent, otherwise you’ll end up like me, looking at your notes from the beginning of the semester and wondering if that dash is a bond or a -1 formal charge (to avoid this, preferably circle formal charges. Lol I never do this but I should).

Flashcards are so helpful! Write the reactants on one side and the mecanism and products on the other. Test yourself until you are one with the electrons.

If it’s a concerted mechanism, number the arrows. You’ll thank yourself a month from now.

Khanacademy. Khanacademy will save your butt when it comes to mechanisms. Chemwiki is likely to have anything that Khanacademy doesn’t. If it isn’t in either of those, Google images just became your new best friend. Books also tend to explain those nicely but I personally find them to be poorly structured and they usually include much more info than what you’ll actually be requiered to know. If you have the time to read two pages on a reaction though, by all means go for it.

Study in advance. Good luck studying for your final two days before if you don’t understand the mechanisms and you don’t have your material organized. Seriously, don’t do it. A week before the exam you could make those flashcards mentioned above. They’re a great way to review but it will be impossible if you are learning these things from scratch.

Get your hands on past tests. This goes for any subject but especially for orgo. Try to get a past test or at least ask an upper-classman who’s taken orgo with that professor. Does his/her tests focus on mechanisms? Retrosynthesis? Or does he/she give you the reactants and ask what the product is or what environment they should be in to obtain x? Ideally, you should be able to answer any of these if you know the material. However, if they focus on retrosynthesis, it may be a little tricky, so make sure to cater your study techniques to that.

You should also check out @colllegeruled’s Surviving Organic Chemistry, it’s super helpful and it has lots of resources (seriously, you introduced me to Khanacademy, I OWE YOU MY LIFE).

So, this is what I can offer so far. I hope it shines at least a faint light into the dark path that is organic chemistry.

Other masterposts

How To Stop Procrastinating

Memorization Tips

Skincare 101

Taking Notes in College

[acdemic]

hey hello hi!!! it’s been ages (6 months?!) since my last masterpost, and i’ve been seeing so many great educational apps on the google play store. so here’s a list of some educational smartphone apps that you should check out! 

disclaimer: i have not used most of these applications (i generally don’t use study or even productivity apps), so i’m recommending them based on reviews!

general education

curiosity [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] curiosity is a super cool app that’s all about learning new quirky facts! every 24 hours new content is released, including mind-blowing science, history and technology facts. it’s like having the best museum and the most fascinating library at your disposal.

coursera [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] with coursera, you can access more than 1,000 courses and specializations developed by 140+ of the best colleges and universities in the world, and master subjects from python programming and data science to photography and music.

edx [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] edx provides free online courses from the world’s best universities and institutions. there are so many topics to discover, including computer science, engineering, history, psychology, nutrition, big data, statistics and hundreds more. with edx, you have the flexibility to learn on your schedule. it is free education, when and where you want it.

khan academy [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] khan academy allows you to learn (almost) anything for free. browse over 10,000 videos and explanations at your fingertips in math, science, economics, history, and much, much more. sharpen your skills with over 40,000 interactive practice questions with instant feedback and step-by-step hints. khan academy is a wealth of resources and it’s all free!  note: i really really recommend khan academy! it is super helpful and there’s also the free sat prep (and the upcoming free lsat prep for people interested in law school)!!

udemy [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] udemy is your place to learn real world skills online. with over 32,000 online courses and tutorials, offered in more than 80 languages, you can choose from a wide range of topics to inspire creativity, hone your skills, be your own boss, and more. courses in everything from programming, it & software, business, marketing and entrepreneurship, health, design, languages, music, and much more.

goodwall [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] goodwall is basically a social network for students - you can share your skills and achievements and win scholarships (and even be recognized by colleges and universities!) when you join, you are eligible for a $500 weekly new student award, in addition to the $1000 student of the month scholarship. people seem to think that it’s a great way to connect to other motivated students throughout the world (obviously the studyblr community is The Best ;) but here’s an awesome alternative!)

schoold [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] schoold is a super cool app that allows you to find information on 3000+ colleges and 25k+ scholarships by major and admission chance. It also offers free college counseling (advice on applications, financial aid, majors, and careers) and future planning tools! 

science

phywiz [ play store, free ] need help with your physics homework? phywiz provides step by step solutions for questions in over 30 physics topics, including kinematics, forces, gravity, and quantum physics. ask phywiz a question like "if mass is 6 and velocity is 7, what is momentum?“ and get your answer immediately. many of the positive reviews call it “one of the best apps i’ve ever used”.

little alchemy [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] [ website ] this is such a cute game where you start with four elements and combine them to create interesting, fun and surprising items. it’s definitely addictive!

chemistry quiz [ play store, free ]  500+ quiz questions covering the elements, the periodic table, bonding and interactions, matter and mixtures, chemical reactions, acids and bases, organic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, history of chemistry, and labs.

skyview [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] a beautiful and intuitive stargazing app that uses your camera to precisely spot and identify celestial objects in sky, day or night. it’s a great app for people who love space but don’t want to purchase fancy equipment to enjoy its beauty. you can see what each star and planet is and where it’s going. be sure to calibrate it first!

coding

encode [ play store, free ] encode is packed with bite-sized coding lessons that combine succinct explanations and clear real-code examples. it is a wonderful way for beginners to start programming.

sololearn has a ton of apps that are all about learning to code: java, c#, python, javascript, c++, etc.!

programming hub [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] your one-stop solution to learn all of the top programming languages! you can learn c, c++, java, html, javascript, r, css, vb.net, c#, python 2.7, python 3, linux shell scripting, swift, sql, jquery, and assembly 8086. there are over 1800+ pre-compiled programs with output for practice and learning. a new feature seems to be the programming-related interview questions that can help you prepare for a job interview!

codenza [ play store, free ] codenza is a dictionary of 3000+ ready-made computer programs: the ultimate coding encyclopedia for university curriculum. codenza covers everything from computer graphs to artificial intelligence! note: codenza does not teach programming. it only provides programs and offers explanations for the more complex programs.

math

cymath [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] [ website ] stuck on a math problem? cymath allows you to enter your problem, and helps you to solve it step-by-step. topics include pre-algebra, algebra (equation solving, factoring, logarithms, exponents, complex numbers, quadratic equations, trigonometry, partial fraction, polynomial division, etc.), and calculus (product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, u-substitution, integration by parts, integration by partial fraction, trigonometric substitution, rationalizing substitution, etc.)

photomath [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] math is full of symbols that we are inconvenient to type, and photomath solves that problem: simply point your camera toward a math problem and photomath will show the result with detailed step-by-step instructions. there is a new feature of handwriting recognition as well!

mathway [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] [ website ] yet another math problem solver! this one allows you to type your problem or scan a picture of your problem. mathway covers basic math, pre-algebra, algebra, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, statistics, finite math, linear algebra, chemistry, and graphing. one flaw seems to be that you need to be online for it to work, but otherwise, it’s a fantastic tool!

history

history timeline [ play store, free ] okay, woah. this is a detailed timeline of world history with thousands of entries! it includes world history (events, nations, leaders, and wars) AND history of science, art, literature, music, and philosophy.

today in history [ play store, free ] [ similar apple, free ] for the history enthusiast who wants to learn something new every day: today in history tells you what historical events happened on that day! it works offline and you can choose from over 50 languages.

ancient history encyclopedia [ play store, free ] [ website ] thousands of informative and reliable articles on ancient history. articles are written with students in mind and are carefully reviewed to ensure accuracy, and are easy to read. 

languages

duolingo [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] one of the leading language learning apps, duolingo gives you the ability to learn english, spanish, french, german, italian, portuguese, dutch, irish, danish, swedish, russian, ukrainian, esperanto, polish, and turkish for free. you can practice your speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and improve your vocabulary and grammar.

productivity

forest [ play store, free ] [ apple, $1.99 ] forest is a cute productivity app that keeps you off of your phone! you set a certain amount of time, and during that time a tree ‘grows’, but if you use your phone before the times up, the tree dies. :( 

habitica [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] have you heard of ‘gamification’? habitica is an app that allows you to gamify your tasks! check off tasks to level up your avatar and unlock features such as armor, pets, skills, and even quests! it’s a great way to have fun while being productive! note: habitica is another one of these apps that i’ve actually attempted to use - it is super cute and it’s definitely a great way to stay on track!

timetune [ play store, free ] timetune is a great app for people who have established a daily routine or would like to. you can set up a routine (or multiple routines) and add your daily tasks. it can be used as a daily task reminder, student calendar, timetable planner, routine schedule organizer, routine optimizer, habit creation tool, daily time manager, or daily planner.

ike [ play store, free ]  ike is a to-do list that uses eisenhower’s priority matrix. you can organize your tasks by importance and urgency, and add all sorts of details such as due dates and location reminders.

habithub [ play store, free ] habithub is based on seinfeld’s productivity secret, which involves building long streaks of days that will motivate you to keep moving forward. (snapchat for habits? i think yes!) it includes a full calendar view for every habit, reminders, compatibility with smartwatches, the option to write notes every day, more flexible goals, the ability to categorize your habits, and graphs that show you how you’re doing. the interface looks beautiful and people seem to love the abundance of settings.

pomotodo [ play store, free ] [ apple, free ] there is an abundance of pomodoro timers in the app store, and pomotodo is one of them! pomotodo easily syncs across platforms, has advanced to-do list options, the ability to customize pomo and break times, offers background noise to keep you focused, and sends you weekly email reports to help you track your productivity. i don’t want to list a ton pomodoro apps in this masterpost, but here are the many options on google play store!

alright, that’s all i’ve got for you today !! i hope that this was helpful, and feel free to send me an ask with any questions, suggestions for future masterposts, or your recommendations for other study apps/websites!! :) have a great day!

icon by madebyoliver

[evergrace]

i’ve been getting into calligraphy a LOT lately and i recently started getting into watercolors, so i though i’d make a masterpost of lettering! this was also highly requested – i couldn’t find many lettering masterposts so i decided to make a massive one!!

important things to remember

choosing the right pen is incredibly essential to improving handwriting and lettering! this by no means says that you need to go out and buy expensive stationery and expensive guides to lettering and whatnot, but that you should find one that works for you and work up from that to your goal!

especially for brush lettering, it is important to start off with a harder tip and then progress to softer, more flexible tips as you will be less likely to destroy the tip of the pen!!

improving your handwriting and lettering takes time, so be patient!! this will not happen overnight. i’ve been doing calligraphy for about 6 (?) months now and mine still isn’t where i want it to be, but it has improved immensely from when i first began!

videos to watch!!!

@studyquill: a quick guide to crayoligraphy | my calligraphy journey | letter with me | beginner’s guide to brush lettering

@revisiign: guide to brush calligraphy

@sprouht-studies: how i do calligraphy | letter with me

@tbhstudying: shadow font tutorial | how i write calligraphy

@studyign: how to improve cursive handwriting

@studywithinspo: how to improve your cursive

printables + lettering guides

brush lettering for beginners

calligraphy practice printables

lowercase alphabet

30 days to better brush calligraphy

lettering practice worksheets from tombow

brush pen calligraphy worksheet

+ loads more on pinterest

randomolive’s brush lettering practice guides ($)

look at other people’s handwriting or lettering and try to copy or mimic it

@studyquill handwriting tag

improving your handwriting

10 ways to make your notes look prettier

guide to pretty notes

how to: get neater handwriting

lettering tips | more lettering tips

lettering ideas

this is honestly something that i still do; i draw so much inspiration from loads of people’s handwriting and i’m still trying to perfect mine and write consistently!!

practice lettering by lettering quotes, song lyrics, etc.!

long list of quotes by @obsidianstudy: part 1 | part 2

leonardo da vinci

sylvia plath

quotes that will make you shudder

motivational classics quotes 

quotes for getting sh*t done

honestly, i letter anything and everything i see; words, quotes, song lyrics, book titles, authors, colors, constellations, etc. my go-to for practice is probably lettering the days of the week and the months of the year!!

materials for lettering

brush lettering

general pens

which pen type should you use?: use this to get familiar with holding the pen and the feel of the pen, then move on to more manipulative tipped pens like brush pens.

choosing a brush pen for calligraphy

my stationery recommendations for brush lettering

a much larger post with all my stationery recommendations will be coming soon, but for now here are some specifically for brush lettering :)

crayola supertips are probably the best for beginners as they can help you learn how to hold the marker. they are also great for learning the thin upstrokes and thick downstrokes!!

pentel fude touch sign pens are great for beginners as they have a hard tip and are very easy to manipulate. they are also great for understanding if you prefer the hard tip to the soft tip, especially if your practice with the tombow fudenosuke brushes alongside them!!

the tombow fudenosuke brush pen (hard) is great for beginners as it is very similar to the pentel fude touch sign pens as well and is easy to manipulate and practice with because of it’s hard tip! 

artline stix are also very good for beginners! not only do they have a firm tip, but their tip is very thick and perfect for beginning practice with a real brush pen!

tombow fudenosuke brush pen (soft) is the first brush pen that I used that was a soft-tipped brush pen! this one was easy to master after practicing for so long with a pencil and hard-tipped brush pens. i would definitely recommend this for intermediate/advanced calligraphers!!

tombow ABT dual brush pens are much like the tombow fudenosuke soft brush pen as they are also quite flexible and require practice before use, otherwise they begin to fray! the nice thing about these pens is that they come in 95 colors and are dual-ended! definitely recommend for intermediate/advanced calligraphers!

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[emmastudies]

Note-taking printables

I’ve decided to put together a selection of note-taking printables for you all who are heading back to school! I’ve included dotted, grid/graph, lined paper, and Cornell method papers in plain, lined and grid.

All the six pages come in a single download! You can download the file in a colour of your choice from the Google Drive link below:

Folder of printable pack to download

I hope you enjoy using these and if so, I’d love to see them in action! Feel free to tag me on Tumblr with #emmastudies or on Instagram with my username @emmastudiess in any photos you upload. If there are any problems or errors, please let me know via my inbox.

Disclaimer: This printable is for personal use only. You may edit it yourself if you like, but please do not redistribute without my permission. Thank you!  

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[unclebabie]

THIS ONE!!! THIS IS THE ONE THAT WORKS!!!!!

I reblogged him the day i started treatment and 1. GOT TO MY APPOINTMENT ON TIME 2. FOUND A FREE PARKING TICKET SOMEONE LEFT IN THE METER FOR ME AND 3. GOT FREE STARBUCKS AFTER MY APPOINTMENT!!!!!

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I’m convinced bc I reblogged this on Friday, got hired at a job I had a million interviews for, went on a first date that went well, and got kissed a billion times so like hell ya to the luck cat