How to Build Envelopes

Everyone loves to get mail. Not bills or promotional flyers, but a handcrafted piece of mail from a friend or loved one. Though a store-bought envelope is cheap enough, it lacks that certain something. Convert any piece of paper or magazine spread into an eye-catching, breath-taking envelope. Getting a personalized envelope is enough to make many people weep -- just knowing that somewhere, someone bothered to add a human touch.

Things You'll Need

• A Standard Envelope
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Utility Knife
• Glue Stick

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Unfold a standard envelope, paying close attention to not rip the paper.

   • 2

     Place the unfolded envelope on your desired paper or magazine spread.

   • 3

     Trace around the envelope.

   • 4

     Use a utility knife to cut out your new envelope.

   • 5

     Fold your new envelope and glue the folds into place.