Creative Correspondence by Courtney Cerruti

All levels | 1 hour 1 min

Creative Correspondence
Overview00:54
Materials01:36
Postcards12:35
Letters and envelopes05:56
Addressing and postage10:31
Artful envelopes13:20
Wax seals16:56

Taught by Courtney Cerruti

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Artist and educator Courtney Cerruti has an enthusiasm for the postal system that is both abundant and contagious, and she demonstrates that you don’t need elaborate materials or even perfect handwriting to spread joy through the mail. In this class, be inspired to make unique postcards, address envelopes decoratively, and try out wax seals. She shares her favorite materials, postal requirement guides, and an addressing template that creates tidy envelopes every time. Most importantly, you’ll discover that postal bliss is just a stamp away.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Nice quality printer paper – Courtney is using Strathmore writing paper 6x8 and 8.5x11
Postcards or cardstock – Courtney is using Paper Source Flat cards in A6 (4x6) or A7 (5x7)
Variety of sizes and colors of envelopes, including clear plastic
Postal stamps – postcard, letter, and international rate
Acrylic or craft paint
Plastic bowl scraper, soft ceramics rib, or plastic card
Stamps and ink pad for multi-surfaces -- Courtney is using stamps from Le Tampographe Sardon in Paris and Yellow Owl Workshop
Variety of pens – Courtney suggests JetPens Sampler Pack
Gelly Roll metallic and white pens for black paper
Sakura Permapaque paint markers
Washi tape
Wax and wax seal stamps, and candle for melting
To make Addressing Guide: manila folder, push pin, ruler, cutting mat, X-Acto knife, template in PDF printed out
Scratch or wax paper and baby wipes (optional)