The fleuron (or leaf) — three strokes, centuries of tradition. Learn to draw it, practice on a canvas, and compose a letter worthy of its beauty.
"It consists of three strokes: an S, a C, and an S. Expect them to look a bit pear-shaped the first few times; sufficiently practiced, it will be a useful and beautiful addition to your personal script."
— Jon Aquino, 2007
The Three Strokes
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Build a fleuron from three simple strokes. Watch each one appear.
Stroke 1 — The S
A tall S, slightly top-heavy, leaning a little to the left.
Stroke 2 — The C
A tall C, leaning left. Think of it as the left side of the leaf.
Stroke 3 — The S
The final S — lush and bouncy, forming the right side of the leaf.
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The finished fleuron. In threes it marks a pause; alone, a paragraph's beginning.
Practice Drawing
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Draw with your finger or mouse. Ghost fleurons guide your hand.
Nib size:
Letter Studio
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Compose a letter. Insert fleurons between your thoughts. See it rendered on parchment.