This week's theme: Snail Mail.
I love sending and receiving little tidbits in the post, and fun stationery and writing kits make it an even better experience. I constantly keep a stockpile of blank notecards for every occasion, and pick up more whenever I fall in love with a design. Here are some ideas to get your own writing desk stocked.
Clockwise from top left:
- Rose Wax Seal Stamper by waxseals, $15. A beautiful little touch to any stamped envelope is the addition of a seal. I still get letters every so often that are sealed shut, and I can't help but feel extra-special when I see those envies! This seller even gives you the option to create your own seal stamper--wouldn't a unicorn or a peacock be so fun?
- Chevron Valley Stationery Set by avie, $15. A local favorite of mine, Avie creates beautiful paper products. These notes will be a perfect addition to my stationery desk. The chevron-heavy sheet? That's the envelope! Also check out her other wares--Avie makes wedding invites as well as the most adorable calling cards.
- 10 Personalized Flat notes in Peacock by MichelleBrusegaard, $17.50. I'm drawn to anything shiny and embellished with a peacock. These personalized notecards just feel so magical. I think they would look great with your name, or even a simple "Thank you" across the top. Also check out her matching business and gift enclosure cards!
- Faux Wax Sticks Sealing Wax by waxseals, $4.50. Now, I don't know if you were imagining using your new sealing stamp with a candle of sealing wax. In these modern times, many retailers offer this faux wax alternative. The best part? The sticks are specifically designed to go in a regular glue gun! No fire necessary and less mess? Sounds fab to me.
- The Winston Scroll Custom Address Stamp from onyourmarkstamps, $23.95. Your notes won't be complete without a return address! While some people opt for sticky labels, I much prefer a pretty little stamp. I love the font choice and flourishes on this one, but there are plenty of other options in this Etsy shop!
- DIY Inspiration kit by nicepackage, $10. And finally, for the Francophile in me and you and everyone you know, there is this nifty little kit! Aptly named the "I Left My Heart in Paris" kit, I think it would be perfect to tuck into your passport and send love letters back home when you are travelling. Or with some tea-staining, this could also be a really cute shadowbox project for a rainy day.
When was the last time you mailed a letter to somebody? Why not write someone special this week?
The faux sealing wax is so awesome! When I was in grade school, I had a little seal with my initial and a stick of gold sealing wax that I bought from Papyrus. I don't think my Mom knew I had it, because she didn't even let me keep scented candles in my room. The idea of being able to use a hot glue gun to seal a letter is awesome! I knew I made a bunch of messes with my wax stick.
ReplyDeleteI love sending packages with little things of stationary in them, too, but unfortunately none of my friends seem too interested in snail mail, so it's hard to arrange exchanges :-(. I wonder if people fall into two camps -- those who like sending and getting stuff via post and those who can't be bothered...
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I remember the days of letter writing. I still have all of the letters that my best friends and i wrote to each other back before email...sigh
ReplyDeleteGreat post. Esty RULES!!!
I love the stationary on the right!!! It is so beautiful!
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