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Introducing the Marvelous Mail eBook!

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Everyday Skills· Mail Art· Merchandise

Marvelous Mail eBook with Envelopes and Address Guidelines Template

My name is Lindsey Bugbee, and I am an envelope calligraphy nerd, through and through. The prospect of making eye-catching envelopes is what prompted me to try my hand at calligraphy in the first place! I’m enchanted by the idea of this little work of art that can communicate an address, delight various pairs of eyes along its journey, and make a recipient feel special. So, today I have a treat for you: Marvelous Mail, an eBook that tells you everything I know about making envelope calligraphy and mail art!
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An Art Deco Birthday Card Tutorial

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Dip Pen Calligraphy· Mail Art· Tutorials

Art Deco Birthday Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

I love art deco everything — dishes, decor, invitations, patterns — you name it! Being an art student and a recurrent reader of The Great Gatsby, I’ve been in love with the Roaring 20’s for quite some time. There’s just something alluring about the gold decor, lavish parties, and flamboyant jazz of the Gatsby era that I felt the need to encapsulate in a project.

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“Juicy” Brush Pen Calligraphy Tutorial

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Brush Pen Calligraphy· Mail Art· Tutorials

"Juicy" Brush Pen Calligraphy Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

The other day, I saw a video on Instagram that inspired me to develop this “juicy” brush pen calligraphy tutorial! In it, the artist utilized several common art supplies to make playful and eye-catching lettering letters. I modified the supply list to fit the things that I have available to me, and I hope that you’ll do the same! To create this tutorial, you’ll need:

  • Brush pens (or broad-tipped markers such as Crayola)
  • A pencil + eraser
  • A fine-tipped paintbrush
  • A white gel pen (such as Gelly Roll) + a black pen

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How to Make Engaging + Fun Mail for Kids

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Mail Art

How to Make Engaging + Fun Mail for Kids | The Postman's Knock

When I was little, my aunt sent me several letters in the mail. That was two decades ago, but I still remember the giddiness that those letters spurred! It was a mixture of feeling adult (“See? I get mail, too!”), excitement over what the letter had to say, and awe that such a tiny postage stamp could cause the big arrival of an envelope. (Funnily enough, my aunt only lived an hour and a half away; but when you’re a kid, that’s practically Timbuktu!) In this article, I’d like to discuss the advantages of sending mail to kids, how to make kid-friendly mail art, and what to put inside the envelope!
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