Recycled mailing envelopes
A great idea! Here are some creative ways to reuse and recycle mailing envelopes:
- Crafting: Use old envelopes as a base for various craft projects, such as:
- Making cards, gift tags, or gift boxes.
- Creating decoupage art or collages.
- Designing unique paper mache or papier-mâché projects.
- Storage: Repurpose envelopes as storage containers for small items like:
- Buttons, safety pins, or other small fasteners.
- Paper clips, rubber bands, or other office supplies.
- Small toys, beads, or other trinkets.
- Gift wrapping: Use envelopes as a creative way to wrap small gifts, such as:
- A bookmark or a small book.
- A set of notecards or stationery.
- A small gift card or a gift certificate.
- Notebooks or journals: Transform envelopes into mini notebooks or journals by:
- Gluing the flaps shut and adding a ribbon or elastic closure.
- Decorating the outside with paint, markers, or stickers.
- Adding a few blank pages or a small notebook insert.
- Seed starters: Use envelopes as mini greenhouses for starting seeds, such as:
- Planting a small herb or succulent.
- Starting a packet of seeds for a small garden.
- Creating a mini indoor garden.
- Pencil cases: Turn envelopes into pencil cases or pen holders by:
- Gluing the flaps shut and adding a small elastic or Velcro closure.
- Decorating the outside with paint, markers, or stickers.
- Adding a few pens, pencils, or markers.
- Art projects: Use envelopes as a base for various art projects, such as:
- Creating a mixed-media collage or assemblage.
- Designing a unique sculpture or 3D art piece.
- Making a decoupage or paper mache art piece.
- Party favors: Use envelopes as party favors or goody bags for:
- Kids' parties, such as a treasure hunt or a craft party.
- Adult parties, such as a wine and cheese tasting or a book club.
- Corporate events or conferences.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. With a little creativity, the possibilities are endless!