Are you ready to add a touch of creativity to your Love Mail, pen pal letters, or happy mail? Say goodbye to plain envelopes and hello to beautiful DIY creations made with scrapbooking paper! If you’re a crafting enthusiast like me, you probably have a stash of paper just waiting to be transformed into something special. Here’s how you can easily craft your own unique envelopes:
Start by selecting an envelope size that suits your needs. Personally, I prefer larger envelopes, such as those used for invitations or greeting cards, as they offer ample space for all sorts of goodies. The large 12″ x 12″ scrapbooking paper is perfect for crafting these bigger envelopes, as shown in the accompanying photo.
Begin by lightly wetting the envelope and allowing it to sit for a few minutes. This helps loosen the glue, making it easier to unfold the envelope without tearing the paper. Once the glue has softened, gently unfold the envelope and lay it flat to dry. Don’t worry if it’s slightly wrinkled after drying – when you hold it down to trace, it will not affect the outcome.
With the envelope unfolded, carefully trace around its edges onto the scrapbooking paper, or use a brown paper bag or other large sturdy paper to create a pattern that you can keep. Then cut out the shape. This will serve as the template for your DIY envelope. I found some beautiful 12″x12″ scrapbooking paper at Hobby Lobby to make these envelopes.
Next, fold along the edges where the original envelope had creases, following the same pattern. Use glue to secure the edges together, forming your new envelope. Take your time to ensure neat folds and a sturdy bond.
Now comes the fun part – personalizing your envelope! You can add a touch of flair by decorating it with stickers, washi tape, or hand-drawn designs. For the address, you can either write directly onto the envelope or attach a label cut from plain or white paper. Alternatively, use pre-made address labels for a polished finish.
If you appreciate the cute fox design on this envelope, you can find it and others as part of my Cottagecore Collection by going here. These are Fussy Cut images, printed on standard printer paper, cut out, and then glued onto the envelope.
