The first impression you get of a letter isn't the introduction or even who it's from, but the envelope you receive it in! If you have some old maps to sacrifice, then here's an easy way to create stunning envelopes. Whether it's for a party invite or just for someone special, a topolope will captive its recipients.
Steps
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Things you'll need: A topographical map, x-acto knife, pen, double sided tape or glue, a stamp, paper weight, cutting board, and an envelope.
Tools - Carefully unfold a store bought envelope and place it on the backside of a map.
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Mark each corner of the paper with a pen.
Mark each corner of the paper with a pen. -
Use your knife to connect the dots!
Use your knife to connect the dots!. -
After you cut out the entire piece, use your model envelope to fold it in just the right way.After you cut out the entire piece, use your model envelope to fold it in just the right way.
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With folds in place, use a thin strip of double sided tape or strong glue to hold down the sides. There should only be two lines that need any adhesive. make sure not to get any glue inside of the envelope!
With folds in place, use a thin strip of double sided tape or strong glue to hold down the sides. -
maps are typically printed on paper that is thin and meant to be flexible. I strongly recommend that you fold and cut a piece of thick paper to reinforce it while it travels through the mail.
wood paper = MIGHTY -
now you can flip it over and address it just like a normal envelope! although this one is much nicer looking... I suggest using a few small stickers to close it up when you're done.
Tips
- don't do drugs.
- stay in school.
- for a galactivating effect, skew the map grid with the rectangle face of your envelope.
Warnings
- knives are sharp.
