Letter Writing

Handmade Stationery Set Tutorial

July 9, 2020 by Lindsey Bugbee 30 Comments
Inspiration· Letter Writing· Paper· Tutorials

I love sending notes in the mail in lieu of texts or emails. However, running after a toddler leaves me with very little time to do that! So, this week, I decided to set myself up for mailing success with a handmade stationery set. Equipped with eight envelopes and cut-to-size paper to go inside, I can now send out impressive notes in the time it takes my toddler to down a smoothie (my go-to for distraction)! If you’d like to make your own handmade stationery set, here’s how to go about it:
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7 Reasons to Write Letters

May 12, 2020 by Lindsey Bugbee 45 Comments
Letter Writing

I have loved to write letters since I learned how to read circa 1995! One of my aunts was kind enough to be my penpal (she lived two hours away, which required long distance calls … letters were cheaper). I still remember that feeling of excitement when my parents would arrive home from the post office with one of her letters! Those letters absolutely made my week. I’ve carried a strong enthusiasm for snail mail into adulthood, and today, I’d like to share the seven reasons that I continue to write letters.
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The Letter Writer’s Complete Resource: A Guide for Writing Letters

September 14, 2018 by Lindsey Bugbee 18 Comments
Letter Writing· Mail Art· Printable Envelope Templates· Printable Goodies

I don’t know about you, but my interest in calligraphy and hand-lettering actually stemmed from a love of writing letters. As a young child, it amazed me that something I created could end up anywhere I wanted it to! I still get a thrill when I send off a letter or open my mailbox and see that I’ve received something.
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How to Make a Stunning Postage Stamp Collage

July 4, 2017 by Lindsey Bugbee 68 Comments
Inspiration· Letter Writing· Tutorials

The idea of adding a postage stamp collage to envelopes had never occurred to me until Pinterest showed me the light. You can’t help but notice the small pieces of artwork working to enhance an already-beautiful envelope! If you have an interest in creating stamp collages to give your envelopes some extra oomph, here are some tips:
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Elegant and Effective Letter Writing Tips

September 2, 2016 by Lindsey Bugbee 17 Comments
Calligraphy· Handwriting· Inspiration· Letter Writing· Paper· Tutorials

Before phones, email, and internet, letter writing was the way to communicate! Inevitably, however, letter writing has lost its place as the most popular mode of communication. It is much more convenient and efficient to give someone a quick call or write them an email. The disadvantage of electronic correspondence is the loss of personal touch: emails, calls, Facebook messages, and texts are intangible, and most will fall by the wayside as the days pass. That’s where letters really shine: they capture a piece of the author with handwriting, ink choice, stationery, and enclosures. For that reason, letters stand the test of time — and they make the recipient feel very special! In today’s blog post, we’re going to examine how to write a standard and simple yet elegant letter.
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The Art of Snail Mail {with DIY Wax Seal Instructions}

August 8, 2013 by Lindsey Bugbee 30 Comments
Inspiration· Letter Writing· Tutorials

Snail mail is a wonderful thing; it’s the easiest and most efficient way to keep in touch with friends and show them that you care.

“Easiest? Most efficient?” You’re probably wondering why I’m using these adjectives, which aren’t the first thing that usually come to mind when you think about snail mail. But truly — creating snail mail can take as much or as little time as you want it to take, and it makes a huge difference in maintaining relationships.
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