Archives for September 2013

DIY Mail Art Envelope Template

September 28, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 11 Comments

I know I keep going on and on about envelopes. I believe this is my fifth DIY envelope post … which is disconcerting. Call me out if my next blog post is envelope-focused, too. Then we’ll really know I have a problem! But what can I say? I’m a sucker for pretty packaging, and I love sharing ways to make someone’s world a little bit prettier with you!

Today I have a special treat for you — a DIY mail art envelope template. I just created a set of three to put in my shop, and I’d love to share one of the three with you.
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How to Create a Handmade Envelope from a Paper Bag

September 25, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 7 Comments

As relatively adventurous 20-somethings, one of our main goals this decade is to travel as much as we can. Every January during the production of our goal lists, we choose where our destination will be. This year, our destination was New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington DC.
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Weekly Eating Roadmap Printable Grocery List

September 24, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 7 Comments

I never used to be a grocery list person. You know how people tell you not to go to the store hungry? That was when I went. I decided my stomach was as reliable a grocery list as any, and I always came home with a lot of food … albeit mostly snack items that left me food-less within three days. Which was fine with me; I love going to the grocery store.
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How to Create an Etsy Banner or Facebook Cover Photo {Plus Free Clipart}

September 18, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 13 Comments

*Giveaway* – Comment on this blog post for a chance to win a commercial {unlimited use} license to one of my premium pieces of illustrated clipart {choose from any one of these in my shop; Etsy banners excluded}. The winner will be announced/contacted on October 2nd!

An integral part of starting a new business or organization is image. The more put-together you look, the more people are going to respect your product or mission. This blog post is dedicated to walking you through how to create a good Etsy banner and/or Facebook cover photo to represent your entity. We’ll start by discussing Etsy banners.
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A Guide to Expressing Condolences

September 8, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 1 Comment

I consider myself a tactful talker — however, sometimes I am tongue-tied. Usually these situations involve expressing condolences to someone who has recently lost a loved one. I am always so flummoxed. Do I offer words of encouragement or advice {“Everything will be okay”}? Do I just say “I’m sorry”? Unfortunately, these are questions that we’ll all have to ask ourselves eventually, which is why I am so pleased to have Bonnie from Mango Salute with us today. She has written some wonderful pointers on expressing condolences, specifically in condolence cards:
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How to Use a Dip Pen to Create Modern Calligraphy

September 3, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 76 Comments

Modern calligraphy is one of my favorite looks, and the font that I’ve been using on all my personal correspondence lately. Why do I like it? Well, first of all, it’s easy to create with your dip pen. Secondly, it offers a lot of visual appeal. Finally, it doesn’t give the folks at the post office too much of a headache because despite its quirkiness, it’s neat.
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