tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41151876861972772052024-03-05T04:45:00.022-05:00Omiyage Blogsthis pretty crafty life!OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comBlogger726125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-70391328176739060282022-02-22T15:57:00.006-05:002022-02-22T17:26:45.752-05:00The Elevated Envelope<p> <a href="https://eiremail.com/mail-art/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img alt="A collection of mail art" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0df1SXzRGEbNSo776_xbYnfz6GWalW2v3xVEZdIPDm_ndFDsl9pzPOrIpqUbOoS-pe3sRAECUt9f3HeFsaP1s0Wt0R9H4Lorzx69BwwtAAO2IFnpHuzH_8hcL4_WoszKtxFNnq6IsmNNxyLF0c_a2wzQb-grg3iWSVQFNxdGyy_1mQL31Ung-9AZlUw=w640-h640" title="The Elevated Envelope" width="640" /></a><br /></p><p>If you're in the mood for mail, or perhaps need a little art therapy to help get you through the last weeks of winter (and, you know, everything else that's going on), maybe it's time for a little mail art?</p><p><b>The wonderful <a href="https://eiremail.com/mail-art/" target="_blank">Elevated Envelope Mail Art Exchange</a> has returned! </b></p><p>My <a href="https://ohmyhandmade.com/2012/heart/diy-teacup-shaped-envelopes/" target="_blank">very first</a> (and <a href="http://www.omiyageblogs.ca/2013/03/send-pretty-mail-11-15-kirigami-copies.html" target="_blank">very favourite</a>) mail art swap, The Elevated Envelope is the brainchild/lovechild of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tarabliven/?hl=en" target="_blank">Tara Bliven</a>, an American designer now living in Ireland. Not a "stuff swap", this project asks you to transform a humble envelope into a piece of art. <i>Forget what your mother taught you. When it comes to mail art, it's what's on the outside that counts!</i></p><p>Sign up for The Elevated Envelope and exchange beautiful mail with artists, creative and mail lovers from all over the world. It's a wonderful source of inspiration and connection, and a great creativity booster too. Participation is free, but do keep in mind you'll need to pay for materials and postage.</p><p><b>Returning just in time for Spring, this year's theme is Equinox. </b></p><p>Sign-ups for 2022's edition close on Monday, February 28th. </p><p><a href="https://eiremail.com/mail-art/" target="_blank">Find all the details and sign up here</a>.</p><p><i>Fun fact, when Tara took a break from this mail art swap a few years ago, I missed it so much, I was inspired to start <a href="https://www.prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal</a>. </i></p>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-60998373619210907912019-11-12T16:20:00.003-05:002019-11-12T16:20:53.737-05:00Pretty Postal Kitchen Table Mail<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's that time again... time for a new <a href="http://prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal mail swap</a>. This time round, we're challenging our fellow mail lovers to exchange thoughtful mail based around the theme of food and memory. It's the perfect time of year to get cozy and create some beautiful mail. And if you've been here long, you know I think blank envelopes and cards are a wonderful canvas for creativity!<br />
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This particular swap is only open to previous Pretty Postal swappers... so if you've completed one of our previous swaps, we do hope you'll sign up for this one too. Sign-ups are open until Friday, November 22nd. You can find all the details over on the <a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/2019/11/kitchen-table-mail.html" target="_blank">Pretty Postal site</a>.OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-79918033763230620872019-03-13T15:53:00.001-04:002019-03-13T15:53:06.174-04:00Pretty Postal Monochromatic Mail Swap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been a long, grey winter and I don't know about you, but I could use a boost of spirit lifting colour. Luckily, it's the perfect time for another <a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal</a> mail swap ...<br />
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<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/2019/03/monochromatic-mail-swap.html" target="_blank">The Monochromatic Mail Swap</a> invites you to create pretty mail using a single colour family of your choice. I'm feeling rather partial towards pinks and reds, but sunny yellows or even classic black and white would be fun too.<br />
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<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal </a>swaps connect you with 2 to 4 other creatives across the country and around the world to exchange well-crafted mail on a chosen theme. Since 2016, we've brightened mailboxes with nearly 2000 pieces of mail!<br />
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For full details on this swap and how to sign up, <a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/2019/03/monochromatic-mail-swap.html" target="_blank">click here</a>.OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-66444123632799823492019-03-07T15:04:00.000-05:002019-03-07T15:04:18.870-05:00Basil & Ford - Screenprinted Wit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.basilandford.com/luckydip" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="866" data-original-width="650" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsB89nGobf-albGkocHpRcQjB6ltcBYy0UM-emj_NDT271se0p5kMh2Q28Hu3kOYwv3Q3MorZHx_kX0mrp4rQqzhNTdshMe__9saTRdDpDVZhB8NFVdgPNFujMuf227I8JM26xJuECWlvB/s1600/bf2.jpeg" /></a></div><br />
I have been smitten with <a href="https://www.basilandford.com/" target="_blank">Basil & Ford</a>'s <a href="https://www.basilandford.com/luckydip" target="_blank">lucky dip screenprints</a> for quite some time.<br />
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What do you get when you combine vintage illustrations with a bit of screenprinted English wit?<br />
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These one of a kind prints which are such a clever combination of old and new. They're really striking, aren't they?<br />
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I had the hardest time picking just a handful to share, <a href="https://www.basilandford.com/luckydip" target="_blank">so do pop over to their website to ogle them all!</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.basilandford.com/about-2" target="_blank">Basil & Ford are Lucy and Matt</a>, a married pair of British designers. You can also <a href="https://www.instagram.com/basilandford/" target="_blank">follow Basil & Ford on Instagram</a>. I do!OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-88138863734134139202019-01-14T10:29:00.000-05:002019-01-14T10:29:04.828-05:00Nasa Funuhara - Painting with Tape<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy Monday & Happy New Year!<br />
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Couldn't resist popping in to share a little eye candy / inspiration to look at common materials with new eyes. Can you believe these portraits are made out of tape?<br />
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Artist <a href="https://awrd.com/en/creatives/user/32706/profile" target="_blank">Nasa Funuhara</a> recreates classic paintings using washi tape. So incredible right? You can <a href="https://awrd.com/en/creatives/user/32706" target="_blank">see more of her work here</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dtwob777/" target="_blank">follow on Instagram</a> or <a href="https://nasa.official.ec/" target="_blank">visit her online shop</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2019/01/11/new-masking-tape-paintings-by-nasa-funahara/" target="_blank">Spotted</a> over on <a href="http://www.spoon-tamago.com/" target="_blank">Spoon & Tamago</a> <i>(a highly recommended read for interesting art, design and culture coming out of Japan.)</i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-24201571165532280062018-10-01T16:08:00.001-04:002018-10-01T16:08:21.461-04:00Pretty Postal Harvest Mail Swap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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About twice a year, some <a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">snail mail loving friends</a> and I put our heads together to organize a swap. Well, it's that time again... time to spark some creative ideas and brighten up mailboxes with pretty mail.<br />
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Gather your favourite supplies in all the best Autumn shades and come join us!<br />
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<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/p/harvest-mail-swap.html" target="_blank">The Pretty Postal Harvest Mail Swap</a> asks you to take your love for all things autumnal and express them in mail form. Participants exchange themed mail with a group of 2-4 partners from around the world (or close to home). Please sign-up by October 7th!<br />
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<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal</a> swaps are free to join, international-friendly and open to anyone over the age of 18.<br />
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For full details and sign-up info, <a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/p/harvest-mail-swap.html" target="_blank">please click here.</a><br />
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<i>If you have any questions about this swap, Pretty Postal or mail swaps in general, please feel free to ask!</i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-5206812193237702812018-09-20T11:51:00.000-04:002018-09-20T11:51:25.311-04:00Peek Inside Molly Egan's Sketchbook<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.molly-egan.com/#/100-day-challenge/" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="650" data-original-width="650" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlnkHByKsnEtIT-MFc8gqZXD6-D3ztrG93_rQyHFmjOqsvbH1TcOLQ9Of3pvo4iwrDliTUXGQ-qz6Y2uPm4kqka2OVeTGk-YfEqAb0H8NA2cIghJoMrWLf9atZKDzaoqdnHBOKQqmvVmuV/s1600/100%252BDay%252BProject%252B2%252B-%252BMolly%252BEgan.jpg" /></a></div><br />
I love following artists <a href="https://www.instagram.com/omiyage_ca/" target="_blank">over on Instagram</a> because we so often get to see the process - rather than just perfected finished work, it's a chance to peek inside sketchbooks, see moments of inspiration and experimentation. It really makes you want to make, sketch, paint, draw... something of your own.<br />
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<a href="http://www.molly-egan.com/">Molly Egan</a>, a Philadelphia-based illustrator, was herself inspired to take on a <a href="http://www.molly-egan.com/#/100-day-challenge/">100 day challenge</a> of doodling in mini sketchbooks - and I'm so glad she did! Colour, pattern and so much eye candy abounds within these pages! <br />
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Love Molly's work? <a href="http://www.molly-egan.com/">Visit her website</a> for more info and finished work. <a href="http://www.molly-egan.com/shop/">Pick up a print in her shop</a>. And <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mollytheillustrator/">don't forget Instagram</a> for more juicy sketchbook work and other process peeks.OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-40010290237614018332018-09-17T13:25:00.001-04:002018-09-17T14:03:15.714-04:00Posca "Painted" Garden Rocks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Back in March, I found a bucket of perfectly smooth lake rocks gathering dust in the basement. They were clearly lurking around in hopes that creative inspiration would strike.<br />
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So, I grabbed a rock and a handful of Posca paint markers and did a little doodle - just to see if the markers would work on stone. They did, but I wasn't particularly enamoured with the doodle in question, so I tossed the rock into a garden bed and waited for nature to wash the (water-based) paint off.<br />
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And waited...<br />
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And waited...<br />
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While the rock weathered two ice storms and a snowstorm and many a torrential summer storm. And still that doodle would not budge...<br />
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So, I grabbed more markers and more stones and got to work, making colourful freeform mandala-esque rocks to hide in the garden.<br />
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So much fun, right?<br />
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They're a lovely little creative project for whiling away a fair weather day in the garden. Or, you know, for scratching the art itch while you binge watch something on Netflix.<br />
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I love them. They remind me of Easter eggs - a burst of brightness even on a grey day!<br />
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<i>Have you tried any new creative projects lately? I'm always looking for something new to explore!</i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-27470009096211055422018-01-16T14:53:00.000-05:002018-01-16T20:07:22.738-05:00Pretty Postal Tropical Mail Swap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh my! It's been such a long time since I've hung out on these pages.<br />
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In truth, 2017 wasn't a very creative year... a bit of a hibernation after 4 craft books in 3 years, I guess! Oh well. I do hope to make more time for creative pursuits in the year ahead... starting with a brand new <a href="http://prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal Mail Swap</a>!<br />
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The weather outside may be anything but balmy... filled with nasty winter weather - polar vortexes, bomb cyclones and extreme cold alerts - but wrapped in our woolies and nestled by the fire, we’re all set to take a mental beach break.<br />
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So, turn up the heat, turn on your favourite tropical tunes and join us as we go bananas for palm trees, pineapples & pina coladas!<br />
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Exchange vibrant mail with 2-4 other snail mail lovers from all over the world (or close to home). For Pretty Postal mail swaps, we want to see gorgeous decorated envelopes with (preferably) handmade cards inside. Paint, calligraphy, washi tape, cut paper... anything goes!<br />
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Sign up by January 28th to take part in all the tropical fun.<br />
<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/2018/01/tropical-mail-swap.html" target="_blank">You can find full dates, details and sign-up info over on the Pretty Postal site.</a>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-24628471196835316282017-02-02T14:57:00.001-05:002017-02-02T14:57:11.123-05:00Pretty Postal Winter Warm-up Mail Swap<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/2017/01/the-pretty-postal-winter-warm-up-mail.html" imageanchor="1" style="border: 0px; clear: left; color: #ff66a3; display: inline !important; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; margin-top: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-WHQLI1hOSshQLSVdH0VFxLmEg6sH5cihRZpbvXi5WmKu6vpSwPf7xqVXM6WdqmXj7bhiwGRfwxaLbktRutURPb16xbQOqQa2rLy47vk3Iv3ia3c-IznkSFsIxiXthzZHH1ak2cwkoiw/s1600/pp+winter+%25281%2529.jpg" style="border: none; display: block; font-style: italic; height: auto; line-height: 0; margin: 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; position: relative; vertical-align: baseline;" /></a><br />
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</section>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-3986658757079603182016-12-06T12:51:00.001-05:002016-12-06T12:51:10.539-05:00mt Washi Tape Grab Bags - Now Available!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiipHzzfCrci_Fcf4nrgIb2OKvyw6sFboDYAx6Qd68XinTssmylMcKZJH_ZRWxfcq7c71J2KceIstnqW0RR-34HcQONZyqvJ7r0z8Oa7mbUhZrZQzk2tYqtpr0s-pno6aaZT80wQP-U2Xdk/s1600/mt+sale.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiipHzzfCrci_Fcf4nrgIb2OKvyw6sFboDYAx6Qd68XinTssmylMcKZJH_ZRWxfcq7c71J2KceIstnqW0RR-34HcQONZyqvJ7r0z8Oa7mbUhZrZQzk2tYqtpr0s-pno6aaZT80wQP-U2Xdk/s1600/mt+sale.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiipHzzfCrci_Fcf4nrgIb2OKvyw6sFboDYAx6Qd68XinTssmylMcKZJH_ZRWxfcq7c71J2KceIstnqW0RR-34HcQONZyqvJ7r0z8Oa7mbUhZrZQzk2tYqtpr0s-pno6aaZT80wQP-U2Xdk/s1600/mt+sale.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a>Just a quick one to let you know that a limited number of our always popular Washi Tape Grab Bags are<a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/497072147/mt-washi-tape-grab-bag-masking-tape?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank"> now available over on Etsy!</a><br />
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Then wrapped them up in lovely paper bags accented with washi tape details and then a layer of confetti goodness! Because a good mail day is worth celebrating!<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/497072147/mt-washi-tape-grab-bag-masking-tape?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">Grab one while they last!</a><br /><br />
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The second Pretty Postal swap - the <a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/p/midnight-mail-swap.html" target="_blank">Midnight Mail Swap</a> - was dark and mysterious and moody (and oh so fun!) Close to 100 snail mail lovers from around the world exchanged midnight-themed mail with each other - there were witches and ravens and wolves and constellations and many many moons!<br />
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Here's a look at the pretty mail that I sent and received. <i><a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/midnightmailswap/" target="_blank">You can peek at more mail right here.</a></i><br />
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I took inspiration from the night sky - full moons and golden light pouring through trees and the sound of owls winging through the darkness.<br />
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I started by making envelopes out of navy card stock, then cut out a leafy pattern and added a metallic gold backing. I topped the handmade envelopes with a watercolour moon.<br />
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My night sky theme continued inside the envelopes - more moons plus plenty of stars and owls.<br />
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After playing around with more complicated card concepts, I decided to keep it simple for this handmade card. A circle punched from a slightly metallic blue card stock topped with a golden crescent moon made for a graphic and modern look. I replicated the same icon in miniature to seal the included starry envelope.<br />
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As for the extras, I shared a combination of stickers, blank cards and owl embellishments cut from a vintage book.<br />
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And here's a look at some of what I received from my partners...<br />
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Norma, in Oregon, crafted gorgeous mail inspired by midnight walks - strolling hand-in-hand beneath the stars. And how great is her taste in washi tape?!<br />
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From Shana, in California, beautiful starry sky mail - complete with a mini jar of falling stars. So clever!<br />
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And Ana, in Portugal, sent a lovely package filled with fairies and full moons. I adored the wild and free wolf pocket and the confetti tag - can you see the man in moon snoozing there?<br />
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What fun a good mail swap is! I do hope you'll join us for the next one!OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-43854781019036781012016-09-23T10:41:00.001-04:002016-09-23T10:41:30.684-04:00Pretty Postal Midnight Mail Swap<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4CFq0VmlwZMrzemkQmDLwKLjvpPLcYvECMBYiKFfiUJzPOUE7_6MkofyerPYD_quLHpOeNmMlGshhfWwUbtdEycYJTnXmV6GxLekqRofOrTrafsnPqz-3tLMcYFEDBbKc4-2TiShzAR1S/s1600/PP+Midnight+Swap+post.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4CFq0VmlwZMrzemkQmDLwKLjvpPLcYvECMBYiKFfiUJzPOUE7_6MkofyerPYD_quLHpOeNmMlGshhfWwUbtdEycYJTnXmV6GxLekqRofOrTrafsnPqz-3tLMcYFEDBbKc4-2TiShzAR1S/s1600/PP+Midnight+Swap+post.jpg" /></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There's a definite chill in the air this morning.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Autumn is announcing its arrival with grey skies and wind. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Long long nights and barren trees are just around the corner.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So it seemed like the perfect time to tell you about the Midnight Mail Swap...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Have you ever joined a mail swap or parcel swap?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">If yes, bear with a moment </span><i style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">(or skip ahead)</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">. If not, let me tell you all about the joy of the mail swap!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /></span><i style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Someone picks a theme and sets some guidelines (number of partners, mailing deadlines, mail or parcel, type of contents, value of contents, surprise or not...) then welcomes sign-ups and assigns partners. You create beautiful mail and send it off to your partner(s) and in return, you receive mail from your partner(s). In the case of a parcel swap, this is usually a single parcel with a set value. With a mail swap, you send cards/letters to multiple partners and in return your mailbox fills with beautiful mail from here, there and everywhere.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">I love a good mail swap! It's a fun way to bring cheer to your mailbox, inspires you to try something new while stretching your artistic muscles, and broadens your world a little bit by connecting you to likeminded strangers across the globe.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With that in mind, I'd love to invite you to join <a href="http://prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal's</a> latest mail swap....</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The Midnight Mail Swap</span></h3>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #151515; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Midnight…</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 0px; color: #151515; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Moonlight & stardust. Magic & masquerade.</span><br /><span style="border: 0px; color: #151515; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #151515; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For this Pretty Postal mail swap, we’re inviting you to get a little dark, maybe a little spooky, and create beautiful mail inspired by midnight.</span></span></div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #151515; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Starlit nights. Wolf howls. Vintage horror movies. Black roses. Zodiac signs.</span></span></div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #151515; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Anything goes... it's all up to your interpretation!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Interested?</span><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><b style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Sign-ups are open until September 30th.</b><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><b style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Partners will be assigned by October 3rd.</b><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><b style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Mailing deadline is October 17th.</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /></b><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">You will be grouped with 2-4 partners and must send a piece of pretty mail to each partner by the deadline.</span><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Swap is open worldwide to anyone over the age of 18 and is free to join.</span><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/p/midnight-mail-swap.html" style="color: #ee2c7b; line-height: 18px; text-decoration: none;">Full details and rules can be found here.</a><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">To sign-up, you can email your name and postal address to: prettypostalswaps@gmail.com</span><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><br style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Can't wait to see your gorgeous midnight mail!</span></span>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-56432071127906638052016-09-14T14:29:00.003-04:002016-09-14T14:31:04.929-04:00The Pretty Postal Floral Mail Recap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh hi again!<br />
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How was your summer? Around here it was hot, hot, hot but the very opposite of hectic... which is pretty much the perfect way to pass the hot season. Slowly!<br />
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Anyway, we're gearing up for the next <a href="http://prettypostal.ca/" target="_blank">Pretty Postal</a> swap and I didn't want to launch into that one without writing a little recap of the first one first. <i>For posterity... or something!</i><br />
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In case you missed it, The Pretty Postal Floral Swap invited snail mail lovers to exchange flower-themed mail with 3-5 partners. We ended up with over 100 participants from all over the world... California to Nova Scotia, Australia to Finland, Ghana to Japan. So exciting! I was really blown away by the response and both the talent and the generosity of the swappers. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/prettypostalswap/" target="_blank">You can sneak a peek at lots of the pretty mail that was exchanged over on Instagram.</a><br />
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Here's the handcrafted mail that I sent out to my partners...<br />
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I started with the envelopes. Simple kraft envelopes are made special when embellished with labels made from scrapbook paper and index cards, birds cut out of vintage wildlife books, watercolour flowers and a touch of washi tape (<i>of course</i>).<br />
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The envelopes were then lined with colour photocopies from my sketchbook. A fun way to personalize your mail without cutting up your art!<br />
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On to the contents...<br />
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Handcrafted floral cards made of washi tape, colourful paper doilies and either twine or sticker bows. A little fiddly to make (especially when making more than one) but a fun challenge for sure!<br />
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Individualized floral monograms for each partner - simple watercolour and pen but I think they turned out quite prettily!<br />
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I collected lovely floral stamps from eBay, then used a sticker maker to turn them into stickers. Each set of six was then packaged up in a clear bag with a little washi tape accent.<br />
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Everything slipped easily inside that standard envelope... which is always helpful when mailing internationally!<br />
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And finally, sealed with a little washi tape, a sticker and one of the postage stamp stickers.<br />
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I really loved putting this pretty mail together... I hope the recipients loved it too!OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-4568041903436124862016-06-05T12:41:00.000-04:002016-06-05T12:41:23.171-04:00Send Pretty Mail - Airmail Animals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When sending out mail, do you like to pick a theme and/or colour scheme?<br />
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I'm definitely on the theme and/or colour scheme bandwagon. Though the theme doesn't really have to make sense... so long as it looks good!<br />
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Here's a fun piece of mail I sent out a few weeks ago - a slightly mad, but oh so pretty, combo of airmail animals.<br />
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Airmail stripes + red, white and blue + adorable animals = snail mail magic!<br />
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Once I figure out a theme and/or colour scheme. (<i>In this case, I used a set of washi tape buttons as my initial colour story inspiration</i>), I like to gather all the bits and pieces I have on hand that match. Then I work from there. Mixing, matching, crafting, editing... until I have a lovely cohesive piece of pretty mail.<br />
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I've started experimenting with laminating my washi tape sampler cards - it adds a bit of stability to the cards plus the washi tape doesn't stick. No more wasted tape!<br />
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And the samplers again - all packaged up! Plus the aforementioned matching washi tape buttons and a teensy kitty cat envelope (<i>with a snail mail challenge tucked inside!</i>)<br />
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Then I made some matching mini envelopes and notes.<br />
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I picked up a pile of wonderful origami papers in Japan - these translucent stripes and dots are perfect for crafting cute envelopes - two for little notes, and one that can be used by the recipient to send her own note!<br />
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Add a collection of red, white and blue bits and pieces...<br />
Stickers, labels and adorable Japanese envelopes <i>(plus some cute animal mini cards inside the fishy envelope.)</i><br />
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Then all the bits and pieces piled together and tied with a bow.<br />
A touch of classic red & white baker's twine makes everything better (<i>ahem, fancier)</i>, don't you think?<br />
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Finally, the envelope - covered in striped origami paper, washi tape and a cute mailbox cut out!<br />
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I was really happy with this package - and I hope the recipient was too! It's always fun to take two things that don't necessarily go together and turn them into one cohesive mailing.<br />
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<i>How about you? Have you sent any pretty mail lately?</i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-11422468432132160842016-05-12T11:00:00.000-04:002016-05-12T11:00:39.132-04:00Lovely Things In My Mailbox<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcEF_LcDgmahEmWznd9uZ_ejO0QKUABzpeU7B2yDD1en6K8gk0RZc_2HDbEHkwnVLtjBtj7bILgUhEsLI_C5iwllzchZMN6m47n5SFb46xR_Qo4wAdvTgeTY6atbpdWI4CA0sNkysQ3zPi/s1600/IG+mailbag+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcEF_LcDgmahEmWznd9uZ_ejO0QKUABzpeU7B2yDD1en6K8gk0RZc_2HDbEHkwnVLtjBtj7bILgUhEsLI_C5iwllzchZMN6m47n5SFb46xR_Qo4wAdvTgeTY6atbpdWI4CA0sNkysQ3zPi/s1600/IG+mailbag+1.jpg" /></a><br />
There have been some lovely things arriving in my mailbox this month (birthday treats to me!) I couldn't resist snapping a few pictures to share with you.<br />
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First, the anniversary edition of <a href="http://qandaletterbox.com/" target="_blank">Q&A Letterbox</a>. Such a gorgeous selection of cards this month!<br />
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If you don't know Q&A Letterbox, it's a monthly subscription service which delivers a curated selection of 3 greeting cards from independent designers and a stationery goodie (stickers / washi tape / pens /etc) right to your mailbox.<br />
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A couple of Toofifteen tyvek pouches and a set of Jonesy paper pens. Really clever Canadian products!<br />
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I've had my eye on the pouches since <a href="http://www.toofifteen.com/" target="_blank">Toofifteen</a> launched last year. I think they're a wonderful blank canvas to create a little useable art on - if it turns out, I'll definitely report back! <i>Toofifteen also makes incredible tyvek bins and poufs - clean and modern design for your home.</i><br />
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And the <a href="http://www.jonesy.ca/" target="_blank">Jonesy</a> paper pens are really fantastic - and made out of recycled paper. I love having them around the house for making lists, jotting down messages or doing the morning puzzles in the newspaper.<i> (Quite analogue around here - paper & pen rule the roost!)</i><br />
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And finally, a copy of Marie Maglaque's first book - <i>roughly translated</i> "<a href="http://www.tg-net.co.jp/item/4528020645.html?isAZ=true" target="_blank">French Style Accessories</a>".<br />
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Marie is French living in Tokyo and creates the prettiest sparkly embroidered accessories under the name <a href="http://www.etincellecreativestudio.com/" target="_blank">Etincelle Creative Studio</a>. I've started dipping my toes into embroidery but am excited to learn how to incorporate sequins and beads.<br />
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The nice thing about Japanese craft books (and craft books in general, usually) is that the step by step photos are so good that if you can't read the text, you can still get the gist. Kind of like video stills!<br />
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<i>Want to peek inside the book? <a href="http://www.etincellecreativestudio.com/2016/04/introduction-to-my-book.html" target="_blank">Click here.</a> And if you'd like a copy and are not in Japan, you can <a href="http://www.etincellecreativestudio.com/2016/04/introduction-to-my-book.html" target="_blank">buy from Marie directly.</a></i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-58076856052719548052016-05-09T09:06:00.000-04:002016-05-09T09:06:07.527-04:00The Pretty Postal Floral Swap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Have you ever joined a mail swap or parcel swap?<br />
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If yes, bear with a moment <i>(or skip ahead)</i>. If not, let me tell you all about the joy of the mail swap!<br />
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<i>Someone picks a theme and sets some guidelines (number of partners, mailing deadlines, mail or parcel, type of contents, value of contents, surprise or not...) then welcomes sign-ups and assigns partners. You create beautiful mail and send it off to your partner(s) and in return, you receive mail from your partner(s). In the case of a parcel swap, this is usually a single parcel with a set value. With a mail swap, you send cards/letters to multiple partners and in return your mailbox fills with beautiful mail from here, there and everywhere.</i><br />
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I love a good mail swap! It's a fun way to bring cheer to your mailbox, inspires you to try something new while stretching your artistic muscles, and broadens your world a little bit by connecting you to likeminded strangers across the globe.<br />
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Sounds like fun, right? So, when I got the itch to send a little pretty mail, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to organize a mail swap. So, I've teamed up with fellow snail mail lovers Andrea of <a href="http://qandaletterbox.com/" target="_blank">Q&A Letterbox</a> and Ashley of <a href="http://theanthropologyofgiving.com/" target="_blank">The Anthropology of Giving</a> for The Pretty Postal Floral Swap...<br />
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<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/p/pretty-postal-floral-swap.html" target="_blank">The Pretty Postal Floral Swap</a> is for snail mail lovers and flower lovers alike!<br />
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This May, we're inviting you to create a beautiful bouquet of mail! Send out a bundle of pretty floral post then watch as your mailbox fills with beautiful blooms from other mail artists.<br />
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The key to this swap is the envelope - we want to spread cheer all along the postal route. Use your favourite materials and techniques to create unique floral envelopes - calligraphy, pretty paper, embellishments, paint, collage, hand drawn details, etc etc. Add a handmade floral card (or a store-bought one if you prefer) and little goodie of some kind (stickers, washi tape sampler, tea...) and send them off!<br />
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<b>Sign-ups are from May 8-15th.</b><br />
<b>Partners will be assigned May 17-18th.</b><br />
<b>Mailing deadline is May 31st.</b><br />
You will be grouped with 3-5 partners and must send a piece of pretty mail to each partner by the deadline.<br />
Swap is open worldwide to anyone over the age of 18 and is free to join.<br />
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<a href="http://www.prettypostal.ca/p/pretty-postal-floral-swap.html">Full details and rules can be found here.</a><br />
To sign-up, you can email your name and postal address to: prettypostalswaps@gmail.com<br />
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Can't wait to see your pretty floral mail!OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-75291480823170437622016-05-04T08:00:00.000-04:002016-05-04T08:00:09.769-04:00Outgoing Mail - Black, White & Neon Fun!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I told myself back in January that I'd send one great package or piece of mail each month in 2016 - a small challenge. But, as is the way, life gets in the way, and suddenly it's May... and I haven't sent a parcel since that first one in January.<div>
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Whenever I put together a snail mail package, I like to have a jumping off point - a particular card, theme or colour scheme that I then build the various components around. In this case, I was inspired by a set of envelopes I had crafted out of uncoloured <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Joyful-Designs-Coloring-stress-relieving-designs/dp/1441317562">colouring book pages</a>. The bold black and white patterns were the perfect place to start.</div>
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So I gathered up all my black, white, gold and pink materials and supplies and set about putting together a package I thought anyone would love to receive in the mail. </div>
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Then added some fun stationery treats - an <a href="http://www.andsmilestudio.com/">adorable notebook</a>, a <a href="http://www.qandaletterbox.com/">lovely postcard</a> and those aforementioned envelopes.</div>
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Now that I've <a href="http://www.omiyageblogs.ca/2016/04/paper-tape-craft-create.html">introduced you to my new book</a> "<a href="http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9781633220485/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create.html">Paper + Tape: Craft & Create</a>" and given you a peek at at some of the projects inside (perhaps you've even tried <a href="http://www.omiyageblogs.ca/2016/04/make-shooting-stars-paper-tape-project.html">one</a> or <a href="http://blog.quartoknows.com/quartocreates/2016/03/29/woven-washi-baskets/">two</a>), I thought it was the perfect time for a book giveaway!<br />
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I'd love to share a copy of this <a href="http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9781633220485/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create.html">project-packed craft book</a> with one of you PLUS a fab grab bag filled with eight assorted rolls of washi tape. Just add some pretty paper and a pair of scissors and you'll be ready for crafty fun!<br />
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For a chance to win, simply leave a comment below answering the question:<br />
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</b> For an additional chance to win, tweet about the giveaway with the tag #paperplustapegiveaway.<br />
For additional chances, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/omiyage_ca/">pop over to Instagram</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Omiyage.ca/?ref=bookmarks">Facebook</a> and look for the above photo!<br />
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Good luck!<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">THE FINE PRINT...</span></i></b><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Giveaway prize valued at $50.</span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Giveaway open to Canada / US residents over the age of 18. </span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Giveaway closes Sunday, May 15th, 2016 at 11:59pm.</span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Winner will be randomly selected from all entries on Monday, May 16th, 2016. Winner will have one week after notification to claim their prize. If winner does not claim prize, a second winner will be randomly selected.</span></i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-78213279283868292002016-04-23T12:04:00.001-04:002016-05-03T15:25:31.633-04:00The Write Love Initiative - Instagram Auction<br />
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As I packed up a pile of pretty parcels this week, I couldn't resist snapping a few shots to share with you!<br />
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You see, I was wrapping up a big pile of washi tape grab bags...<br />
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Which, unfortunately (<i>fortunately</i>), were snapped up so quickly, I didn't have a chance to share them here. But, as the wrapping of this round turned out so nicely, I wanted to do a little show and tell.<br />
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<i>Pretty pretty, right? That's a sticker set on top - placed in a clear flat bag and then sealed with a piece of origami paper as a header card. I'm totally in love with the gorgeous floral paper - it's from a set of origami paper I picked up in Japan!</i><br />
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<b>To replicate this look...</b><br />
1. Place your gift inside a colourful paper bag. Fold and seal the bag at the bag with your favourite washi tape.<br />
2. Attach a set of assorted stickers (or other flat treat) to the top with more washi tape. <i>Pretty header cards always appreciated!</i><br />
3. Tie colourful twine around the parcel.<br />
4. Top with a trio of gift tags - first a collage-style tag decorated with washi tape, stickers and a piece of paper doily. Next a triangular tag cut out of polka dot paper. Finally, a bold circular tag punched from bright pink scrapbook paper. <i>A touch of eighties style, a whole lot of fun!</i><br />
5. Finish with a lovely twine bow!<br />
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<i>You can really use any paper or cardstock as a tag - just punch or cut into the desired shape, then use a holepunch to make a hole for your string.</i><br />
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Then I packed them up in basic manila envelopes to ship across Canada and the world.<br />
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But basic envelopes never do around here... I think my personal mantra might just be <i>more is more</i>!<br />
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So strips of washi tape plus a medley of stickers were just the thing to fancify these boring envelopes.<br />
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Each one dressed in its own unique combo of tape designs and stickers.<a href="http://www.omiyageblogs.ca/2013/06/5-minute-diy-washi-tape-stickers.html"> I do love a good washi tape sticker!</a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIDSp5d_ctSmqXIf_Fc515vGjiNo-ER_c7amLJ2kTFCoIC94Kok-6C4KH-reK67i3paUlNljRx_7ZWav_6rtd4E1OhL_BxUyiwXZfKdZAvEkQcW_iImuDDi1rJO0muKyVgG4SsZitbi6Y7/s1600/send+pretty+grab+bags+7.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIDSp5d_ctSmqXIf_Fc515vGjiNo-ER_c7amLJ2kTFCoIC94Kok-6C4KH-reK67i3paUlNljRx_7ZWav_6rtd4E1OhL_BxUyiwXZfKdZAvEkQcW_iImuDDi1rJO0muKyVgG4SsZitbi6Y7/s1600/send+pretty+grab+bags+7.png" /></a><br />
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I can't decide which one is my favourite! <i>Can they all be my favourite</i>?<br />
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<b><i>How about you? Have you sent any pretty parcels lately?</i></b>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-56564290986491895062016-04-20T10:50:00.002-04:002016-04-20T10:50:56.409-04:00Parents 50 Best of the Web 2016!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Are you still in love with Pinterest? (I sure am!)<br />
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So, I was amazed and delighted when <a href="http://www.parents.com/">Parents Magazine</a> reached out to let me know that my Pinterest account had been chosen for one of their <a href="http://www.parents.com/parenting/technology/parents-best-of-the-web-awards/">Best of the Web Awards for 2016</a>!!<br />
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I know, right?<br />
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The top 50 sites were chosen from over 500 nominations. Here's what the editors had to say...<br />
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<i>"<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px;">Marisa is the queen of craft. Her boards are filled with cute and creative projects that make our hearts flutter." </span></i><br />
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You can <a href="http://www.parents.com/parenting/technology/parents-best-of-the-web-awards/">read the full list of 50 winners here</a> or in the May issue of <a href="http://www.parents.com/">Parents magazine.</a><br />
<i>(Find me way down at the bottom of the list.)</i><br />
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<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/OmiyageCA/">And follow along on my search for crafty and colourful inspiration over on Pinterest!</a><br />
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<i>*image via <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BELsU9gREx7/?taken-by=parentsmagazine">Parents Instagram account</a>*</i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-31052948874011831212016-04-14T15:55:00.000-04:002016-04-14T15:55:22.004-04:00Make Shooting Stars! A "Paper + Tape" Project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Here's an excerpt from my new book "<a href="http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9781633220485/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create.html">Paper + Tape: Craft & Create</a>". Make Shooting Stars out of paper and tape...</i><br />
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Paper (standard 8.5" x 11")<o:p></o:p></div>
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Washi tape<o:p></o:p></div>
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Standard printer or copy paper is perfect for this project.
For easy folding, thin paper works best, as the tape adds extra bulk.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>STEP 1</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Apply one strip of standard-width (5/8") washi tape
along the length of the paper. Apply a second slim-width (¼") strip of
washi tape next to it so that the two strips of tape are aligned without gaps
or overlapping. Cut out the strip. Repeat for as many stars as you wish to
make.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>STEP 2</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Starting at one end, with the tape-covered side facing away
from you, fold the top right corner down to meet the left edge of the strip,
creating a triangle shape.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>STEP 3</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Using the first triangle as a guide, continue folding the
strip back and forth in a triangular pattern, making sure that the edges align
with each fold.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>STEP 4</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Once the entire strip is folded, it’s time to assemble the
star. The slim strip of tape will be the outside edge of the star. To create
the star shape, apply glue to the first five inside folds and press each together.
Allow to dry.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>STEP 5</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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From the fifth point, count two triangles (one square), and
cut off the excess paper. Overlap the two ends to finish the star shape. Make
sure that the end with the slim tape strip along the edge is positioned on top.
Glue into place, and allow to dry.<o:p></o:p><br />
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<b>STEP 6</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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To transform the star into a shooting star, make a sparkly
tail! Apply three strips of glitter tape to paper, approximately 5” long each.
Cut out the tape strips, angling the edges. Then create a fringe by making long
cuts from the bottom edge up to about ½" from the top edge.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>STEP 7</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Punch a hole in the top of each glitter strip. String onto a
piece of twine or ribbon; secure with a note. Then punch a hole in the top and
bottom of the star. String onto the twine above the glitter tape strips and, if
desired, tie a second knot on top of the star.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<h3>
<b>MAKE IT A GARLAND</b></h3>
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I'm so excited to share a project that I spent so much of last year working on...<br />
My new book "<a href="http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9781633220485/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create.html">Paper + Tape: Craft & Create</a>"!<br />
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Many books featuring washi tape are based on the idea of using tape to decorate things - which is always fun - but I wanted to create a book packed with projects that challenge and inspire you to use your tape collection for papercrafting and creating art rather than just jazzing up existing items.<br />
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"<a href="http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9781633220485/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create.html">Paper + Tape: Craft & Create</a>" is filled with practical and inspirational craft ideas for paper crafters of all skill levels. Cut, tape and fold your way through more than 75 creative & colourful paper craft projects.<br />
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While washi tape takes centre stage in most of the projects, you'll also find mini projects which challenge you to find creative uses for popular paper craft materials and tools like scrapbook paper, doilies and paper punches.<br />
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When designing the projects for this book, it was important to me that each one taught a skill and/or provided a flexible framework for your own creativity. This means it's filled with templates, techniques and multi-purpose projects. Paper dolls that transform into greeting cards, gift toppers that double as decorations and skills that you can apply to your own unique projects.<br />
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And with handy templates for things like paper bags, tags and envelopes, I hope you'll find yourself turning to the book as a resource for crafting your own paper items rather than buying them. (The templates can be traced, photocopied or printed - whichever you prefer!)<br />
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Oh - and we had so many projects, that there's even an additional assortment of projects posted online. Look for that link in the book!<br />
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I hope you'll enjoy reading "<a href="http://www.quartoknows.com/books/9781633220485/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create.html">Paper + Tape</a>" as much as I enjoyed writing it! You can find it at <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1633220486/creativepubco-20">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/Paper-Tape-Craft-Create/9781633220485-item.html">Indigo</a> or <a href="http://www.indiebound.org/book/9781633220485">your favourite bookseller</a>.<br />
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<i>If you pop over to the <a href="http://blog.quartoknows.com/quartocreates/2016/03/29/woven-washi-baskets/">Quarto Creates blog</a>, you can learn how to weave washi tape baskets. Tomorrow, I'll share another one of my favourite projects right here. See you then!</i>OMIYAGEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464848999452389717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4115187686197277205.post-48142765612172655512016-04-11T07:30:00.000-04:002016-04-11T07:30:06.222-04:00Eye Candy - Crafty Colours<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hello again! I've so missed our time together...<br />
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I have so many things to tell you...<br />
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So many ideas to share...<br />
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But before we leap back in to all things cute, clever and crafty...<br />
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Feast your eyes on a few things full of colour!<br />
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There's just something oh-so-satisfying about craft supplies (or anything at all really) arranged by colour, don't you think?<br />
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Do you have any eye candy to share? Blog posts, instagram shots, ??? - leave them in the comments. My eyes are hungry too!<br />
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