Make a calligraphy pen out of a bulrush (cattail) reed

Step 5 Create the side bevel to shape the nib

Rotating the pen to the side, carve into the sides of the nib to form the proper nib shape. If you have ever seen a fountain or dip pen, you know what shape you're going for.

Note the flat piece on the end. Make sure that you have a flat projection so that you can cut it square to form the tip.