Crafty Uses for Old Postage Stamps

I am still a big supporter of snail mail. I enjoy selecting the stationery, writing a meaningful message, and choosing the perfect postage stamp.

Postage stamps are a story in themselves. They show a portrait of their country of origin. They could be patriotic or religious, show pride for their citizens, are lovers of nature, or have a sense of humor. Did you know that you can buy cancelled stamps in thrift stores and from on-line sellers?

Here's my little collection, cut out from Christmas cards and letters I've accumulated over the years. I keep them and use them for crafting. 

Curious? Let me show you:

I use postage stamps to wrap presents. 

A blah brown paper package. But when tied up with string and embellished with ephemera, washi tape, and rubber stamps, it turns into TADA!

Another version with just string and postage stamps.

Next is a ceramic catch-all dish:

This was a plain white sauce dish that I turned from blah to TADA! I used an air mail envelope, a cancelled postage stamp, and pages from a magazine to give it a new look. I attached these with glue and added a light coating of Mod Podge. 

It's a tiny tray to tidy up odds and ends like paperclips, tacks, and rubber bands.

I've got another idea:

Turn the postage stamps into fridge magnets...TADA!

Find the ones you want to use (I'm using an all bird theme).

Take a sheet of self-adhesive magnets.

Attach the stamps in a corner but make sure to reinforce with glue.

Then cut them into individual or duo magnets. Notice that I tried my best to keep the perforated sides for added postal charm.

Add a few drops of dimensional magic glue for a glassy and raised finish. Let dry for a few hours.

Now, you can use them on your refrigerator door...TADA!

And here's another one from the blog archives:

I found an empty plastic box and decorated the top with postage stamps. I carefully selected these characters from cartoons, comics, and story books for a touch of whimsy...TADA! 

And there you have it...crafty ways to turn old postage stamps from blah to TADA!