07 June 2012

Mail Art from Saylor Made

Running a little bit behind with my mail art posts... Here's a wonderful reply I received from Jeannine of Saylor Made a little while ago. She always puts together such thoughtful packages. I especially loved the two handmade mini envelopes - isn't the origami paper just gorgeous? The camera watercolour is fantastic too; I love the juxtaposition of man made and organic, of precise and random.

(ps. Notice the Korean masking tape on the envelope in the photo above? That's because it was opened! I wander what Mr Postman and/or Mrs Customs Official thought of it all?)
In other news - I'm planning some time to work on this months 'Collecting Colour' collection tomorrow. The theme is white which I'm finding a little intimidating! I've got a few ideas as to how to tackle it, so we'll see how it all goes. Will you be playing along this month?

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  1. I was just wondering if this letter had ever made it to you. I let out an audible *phew* when I spotted your post. Happy to hear you enjoyed my package! I'm not sure why it would have been opened and inspected but it is a delightful thought that a postie along the way was overcome with curiosity.

    I feel guilty for not keeping up on your collecting colour. I have been adding some new and necessary elements to my day which include exercise, gardening, cooking and learning exercises for the kids. Art and fun projects have been pushed aside. I have been enjoying your posts and the contributor's collections. It's a great idea!

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    1. Sorry for my slackness in letting you know! I really loved the package, thanks again.

      Like you I've been changing my routine around a bit, keeping up an exercise routine (and adding some pilates classes to the mix!), catching up on everything we missed while dealing with pneumonia and just generally trying to contribute a bit more to 'real' life - as a result my craft and blogging time has suffered, so I completely understand! I hope you fin the balance that's right for you :)

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  2. That is hilarious that it was opened! One of these months I'm going to try to join in with this collecting colour series of yours. Enjoy your weekend. Kellie xx

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    1. oh, I hope you do join in one month! I have a sneaking suspicion you'd come up with something ridiculously beautiful, your photos are always so lovely!

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  3. What a gorgeous gift! I adore the colourful prints.

    I will be playing along but white intimidates me too!

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    1. I have played and am happy with the results - hurrah! Look forward to seeing what you find...

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  4. Must be exciting when you check your mail box, oh I want to play along this time Emily I will do my best to remember I am so hopless!! :)

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    1. Yes, I'm always looking for new penpals to avoid those days when it's just bills!

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