There is a lost art in letter writing that deserves to be preserved. In a world where anything can be done with a click of a button, a handwritten letter takes time and shows true thoughtfulness. Much like a fingerprint, a person's handwriting—whether elegant or clumsy—is as much a part of them as the color of their eyes or the sound of their voice. The handwriting of a loved one who has passed, or the writing of a child who has aged, will forever be treasured, not for its beauty, but for the person behind it.
This month offers a perfect opportunity to handwrite a letter to someone you care about. It could be as short as a sentence, as practical as a favorite recipe, or as lighthearted as a joke. Whatever you write, do so in your own handwriting as a gift to be cherished by the recipient.
Wax Seals
Since a handwritten letter is a gift, the envelope should be treated like wrapping one. Sealing a letter with a wax stamp is a beautiful way to turn a standard paper letter into the gift that it is.
Supplies needed
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Wax sealing stick
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Sealing stamp
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Match or lighter
How to apply a wax seal
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Light the wick and hold the stick parallel to the work surface.
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Let wax slowly drip into a coin-sized circle onto the paper. It’s tempting to angle the stick down to increase the speed of drips but avoid this as pieces of soot will fall into the wax and discolor it. Blow out the flame and set the stick aside.
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Press the sealing stamp onto the melted wax, holding it in place for a few seconds before lifting it away. If the stamp sticks, gently rock it back and forth to release. To incorporate flowers, press them into the wax first, then apply the sealing stamp.
*Wax seals can be sent through the mail but you may consider an additional outer envelope to protect it from potential damage.