Today I want to show you how quickly you can brush letter an envelope! Before I even get to the markers, let me tell you the why behind this envelope. It’s one that was a little extra special. I’d pulled out a fun handmade card for my sister-in-law Kathy. And I didn’t want to stick it in a plain-Jane envelope. So, out came my Stampin’ Write markers, and I had a little brush lettering fun to give her name the spotlight treatment it deserved!
I’ve put the entire process into a video below, but here’s the end result!
A Personal Touch That Packs a Punch
If you’ve never tried brush lettering before, you’re in for a treat. It’s a wonderfully creative way to add a personal flair to your handmade cards, tags, gifts or happy mail envelopes. And the best part? You don’t need anything fancy. Just your Stampin’ Write markers and a little practice.
Now before you say, “But Jo, I don’t have good handwriting!”, let me stop you right there. Brush lettering is a completely different ball game. It’s more about rhythm and shape than cursive perfection. And with a little guidance (hint: I’ve got a class for that), you’ll be swooshing and flourishing like a pro in no time!
Why Use Stampin’ Write Markers?
These double-ended beauties are perfect for brush lettering. The flexible brush tip gives you that thick-and-thin stroke look we all love, while the fine tip is ideal for little details or adding dots and accents. Plus, with all the Stampin’ Up! colours to choose from, you can coordinate your envelope to your card design in a snap!
For Kathy’s name, I used a bold Early Espresso for the main script and layered on a shadow in Crumb Cake and a swish in Poppy Parade. That little swipe under the name? It gives it movement and energy. And the few dots and outlining? Just enough quirk to make it fun.
If you’re wondering where the envelope came from, it’s one from my stash that is now retired by Stampin’ Up! I’ve decided it’s time to start using up the plethora of supplies I have (maybe just like you?)!
And want to see the video where I made this card? It’s showing you a cool technique called masking and it’s super fun! Plus it’s a fabulous way to get more life from your stamps! Take a peek at this masking technique for a cute kid’s card (that I ended up giving to a big kid, my sister-in-law!!)!
How to Brush Letter an Envelope
Want to see how quickly this envelope came together with my Stampin’ Write markers? The video tutorial walks you through each step in about 2 minutes!
Yes You Can Letter Like This Too!
If this project makes you want to try your hand at brush lettering, my Lowercase Brush Marker Lettering for PaperCrafters class is the perfect place to start. It’s fun, relaxed and made just for us card makers and paper crafters. You’ll learn teh easy way to make each stroke, how to connect your strokes for cool letters and add that extra flair to your envelopes, cards, and tags.
Click right here to get yourself signed up for effortless brush lettering, flowing from the tip of your markers!
How to Make This Idea Your Own
There are so many ways you can start playing with brush lettering! Here are a few to get you inspired:
- Add names to envelopes for birthday or thank you cards. A name in big bold brush script makes any envelope extra exciting.
- Create your own name tags or place cards for a dinner party or craft retreat.
- Brush letter words like “JOY” or “LOVE” on gift tags for a sweet handmade touch.
- Write a quote or greeting inside your handmade cards for a truly one-of-a-kind look.
Even if you’re just starting out, or you’ve been crafting for years, brush lettering is a skill that brings a personal magic to everything you create.
What’s Next?
If you enjoyed this peek into brush marker lettering, you’ll definitely want to visit this blog post where I shared four brush lettered cards on dreamy watercolour backgrounds. It’s another fantastic way to mix markers, hand lettering and colour for unique card designs.
Using brush lettering with your Stampin’ Write markers adds a personal, joyful element to your paper crafting. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just getting your feet wet, this is a technique you’ll fall in love with. And I guarantee, YOU can do it!
So grab those markers, try out a few swirls and dots and let’s brush letter an envelope to make them sing with personalized charm and style!
