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16 September 2019

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.

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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?

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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:

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I use postage stamps to wrap presents

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

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Another version with just string and postage stamps.

Next is a ceramic catch-all dish:

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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. 

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

I've got another idea:

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

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

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Take a sheet of self-adhesive magnets.

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

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

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

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

And here's another one from the blog archives:

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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! 

2 comments:

  1. I'm slapping my forehead. All those stamps I've let get away when I could have been crafting with them. That one gift wrap with the air mail tag . . . brilliant!

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