Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Snail Mail

Recent outgoing mail:

regular envelope but with lots of paint splashed on;
"geronimo!" because Mila loves Dr. Who


below--under paper was a pretty design on brown wrapping paper
that I wiped my brushes on and experimented with stamps--
then sewed into an envelope

to Rift

to Gina
various scraps of paper

a paper towel
I used to wipe brushes on, then drew flower--
great texture,
but hard to stick the stamp on :)

 under paper again,
then painted over

fabric I purchased last year in N.O.;
used fabric stiffener on it before sewing envelope

My new obsession is addictive.  Love making the envelopes and postcards and find it a great way to play and experiment.

Incoming mail:


Love the seal on the back of Mrs. Duffy's letter.

 The old ads on Connie's letter made me laugh.

from Penne--we've known each other most of our lives!

from Coralette--she makes her own stamps

two love postcards from Tricia
and the Goodreads pc exchange


 I really love getting mail.  My mailbox visits are a lot more fun.  :)


20 comments:

  1. Boy you are having a good time...getting and giving!! You are so creative!
    xx, Carol

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    1. It really has been fun, Carol. It is interesting to see the difference in the way people approach snail mail!

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  2. These envelopes are gorgeous! How fun to get mail!

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    1. Thanks, Shasta! Both the sending and the receiving have proved very satisfying!

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  3. Oooo! Some playtime fun after my own heart and mailbox awesomeness. Nothing is better! I love all the different styles. Snail mail LOVE!

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    1. :) Yep! I'm loving the entire process, Annie!

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    2. Oooh, Guess what I just received in today's mail!

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  4. A paper towel? I'm surprised it would hold up! Well, a little anyway, but I agree about the texture. When I was 'into' cake decorating (before quilting I tried lots of different crafts) I'd use paper towels to dry and shape icing. Some of the resulting textures were awesome, but some were odd or just plain ugly. I found myself spending way too much time choosing paper towels! My recent foray into painting has me using tissue to create texture on canvas. I may have to play with paper towels again.

    All of the envelopes are fun and interesting. I imagine getting them in the mailbox must be a thrill.

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    1. When saturated with paint, this brand held up well. I decided to give it a try. Sometimes what you least expect turns out to work. I didn't know you were painting, Mary! Giving quilting a break?

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  5. You really are having fun with this, aren't you!

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    1. Finding cool stuff in the mailbox is a great experience! :)

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  7. Your energy is making me tired *smile*. Congratulations on following through with your passion.

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    1. It doesn't actually take much energy--more like play!

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  8. These are so great! I love all your designs and you're received such great mail! It's fantastic.
    Lynn :D

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    1. Thanks, Lynn! I'm still enjoying this immensely!

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  9. They're all beautiful! I love seeing your artworks, Jenclair! :-)

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    1. Thanks, Melody! Hope you have received your letter by now!

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    2. I did, Jenclair! And I'd replied to your letter hopefully you'll get it soon!

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Good to hear from you!