How to Add Swashes to Fonts in Photoshop

Calligraphy Font with Swashes | angiemakes.com

I recently released a new, messy calligraphy font called Hollyhock. I also wanted to give it some edginess and some fun little swashes so I included the free swashes font to go with it as well.

Here are just a few of the pretty extra swashes, swirls, lines. ink spots, arrows, and doodles included! In fact, the swashes and doodles are FREE! You can get them here. I know, pretty awesome! Maybe you can use them in your next design project.

How to Add Swashes to Fonts in Photoshop | angiemakes.com

But how do you add these little pretties to the Hollyhock font? Photoshop to the rescue! Here’s how to Add Swashes to Fonts in Photoshop… or at least how to add the Hollyhock Ornaments swashes. I’ve tried to keep this tutorial brief, but if you have any questions, just ask away in the comments below. Oh, and make sure you download the free Hollyhock Ornaments font below!

 

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20 thoughts on “How to Add Swashes to Fonts in Photoshop

  1. I just wanted to say: THANK YOU!!! (passes out from sheer happiness) Haha. I was looking longingly at the pricey Cezanne Swashes until I found your site. You and your site are a Godsend! ^_^

  2. Sooo love this font, thank you. I was wondering how to find the difference between the tame and wild capital letters?

  3. This tutorial on adding swashes in Photoshop is so helpful—especially for making designs pop with that extra charm! I also loved the free Hollyhock Ornaments font. If you’re into creating unique characters or illustrations, check out the Anime OC Maker. It’s a fantastic tool for designing original anime characters with ease!

  4. Hey, this is such an exciting post! I absolutely love calligraphy and how you added those swashes to the Hollyhock font—it really gives it personality. I think those little swirls can elevate any design. Speaking of cool stylish items, I recently came across a collection at a collection at Syloon; it’s a great source for anyone looking into unique stationery!

  5. Wow, adding those playful swashes really makes a difference! It’s like giving the font a playful character. I can’t wait to try it out in my next project. By the way, if you’re looking for colors that pair well with your fonts, you should check out Pantone Colors Chart; it has an amazing Pantone Colors Chart that can really inspire your designs!

  6. I love how you encourage creativity in your designs! Those swashes and doodles can really transform a piece. I was thinking it would be fun to have a family game night to unwind, and maybe play something like something like Tetris Tumble, which will lead to some laughs! Keep the fantastic tutorials coming—they’re so helpful!

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