Online invitations

 

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"Right now someone is thinking of you."

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However I prefer the handwriting as it is more personal, there are situations, where it is much easier to send invitations or flyers online, which also benefits the environment. I think there are occasions, where I would definitely choose a handwritten format, or in some cases, such as a wedding, it is a good idea to combine both, but for other events such as a launch or a blogger meet-up, it is definitely best to send these cards online. Or if you left it to the last minute and there is no time left for the other method, then of course.

Paperless Post is an online platform where you can send cards for coins and flyers for free. There are various themes such as graduation, birhtday, baby shower or wedding invitations, but you can also find categories for greetings and professional events, like a launch, a reception or a charity event. You can personalise every design with your own words and details. You have the option of displaying a guest list or adding a comment wall. After you’ve sent your invitation, you can even track the email openings. 

The initial cost is always displayed per recipient and is a base price without premium options, such as adding envelopes or backdrops when editing your card. The current charges are displayed in the upper-right corner of the design tool, so you can add or remove options according your planned budget.

As mentioned before, cards cost coins that are sold in packages. The more you purchase, the cheaper the cost per coin. For example, 25 coins are sold for 10$ (0,40$ per coin) and 400 coins for 50$ (0,13$ per coin).

Have you ever sent or received such an invitation? For which event would you like to send or receive handwritten invitations and for which ones would you choose online formats?

Lots of love,
E

Thinking of You

✯ Hello Shiny Stars! ✯ 


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"This is a hug from me to you, to let you know I am thinking of you, and although I have nothing to say, you know I have thought of you today." 

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ENGLISH

I remember how fun it was to receive a handwritten letter or postcard when I was a kid. Having penpals, staying in touch via letter with friends after moving. And today, when you get mail, you either ordered something online, got a bill, or something from the government, maybe bank.

We write emails, text or chat someone, although handwritten letters are much more personal. They make you feel special and create a positive feeling overall, and I think these apply not just to the recipient,  but also to the writer. 

I remember sending a postcard to my sister years ago, just like that. She later texted me that as she passed the mailbox, she had a feeling, turned around and opened it. She had a bad day but my postcard really made her smile.

Well, how long has it been since you wrote a letter to someone with pen and paper? - I have to admit that lately I am pretty bad at it. But I like leaving small messages on sticky notes if that matters.

The world tends to switch from writing to typing and I know that postal costs have also increased, posts are sometimes lost, and it is far more comfortable to type in something and just press the "Send" button. But come on, handwriting is priceless.

If you have not written any letter or handwritten messages lately, this week is perfect to catch up as it is "Thinking of You Week" that should inspire people to create a wave of love, caring and happiness by sending greeting cards.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your pen and start writing.  ;)

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DEUTSCH

Ich erinnere mich, wie lustig es war, als Kind einen handgeschriebenen Brief oder eine Postkarte zu erhalten. Brieffreunde haben, nach dem Umzug per Brief mit Freunden in Kontakt bleiben. Und heute, wenn man Post bekommt, hat man entweder etwas online bestellt, eine Rechnung oder etwas von der Regierung, vielleicht von der Bank bekommen. 

Wir schreiben E-Mails, schicken SMSs oder chatten, obwohl handgeschriebene Briefe viel persönlicher sind. Sie geben einem das Gefühl, etwas Besonderes zu sein und schaffen insgesamt ein positives Gefühl, und ich denke, das gilt nicht nur für den Empfänger, sondern auch für den Schreiber. 

Ich erinnere mich, dass ich vor Jahren eine Postkarte an meine Schwester schickte, einfach so. Sie schrieb mir später, dass sie, als sie am Briefkasten vorbeiging, ein Gefühl hatte, drehte sich um und öffnete es. Sie hatte einen schlechten Tag, aber meine Postkarte hat sie wirklich zum Lächeln gebracht. 

Wie lange ist es her, seit du jemandem mit Stift und Papier einen Brief geschrieben hast? - Ich muss zugeben, dass ich in letzter Zeit ziemlich schlecht darin bin. Ich mag es aber, kleine Nachrichten auf Sticky Notes zu schreiben, wenn das zählt.

Die Welt tendiert dazu, vom Schreiben zum Tippen zu wechseln, und ich weiß, dass die Postkosten auch gestiegen sind, Posts sind manchmal verloren, und es ist viel bequemer, etwas eintippen und einfach den "Senden"-Knopf zu drücken. Aber komm schon, Handschrift ist unbezahlbar.

Wenn du in letzter Zeit keine Briefe oder handgeschriebenen Nachrichten geschrieben hast, ist diese Woche perfekt, um es aufzuholen, denn es ist "An dich denken Woche", die Leute dazu bringen sollte, eine Welle von Liebe, Fürsorge und Glück durch das Senden von Grußkarten zu erzeugen.

Also, worauf wartest du noch? Greif deinen Kuli und fang an zu schreiben.  ;)

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Enjoy yourself!  :)

Lots of love, 

E

 

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PS: Gibt es jemanden hier, wer in Deutschland lebt oder einen Urlaub im Land hat, und wäre so nett mir eine Karte oder einen Brief mit einer "Deutschland Fussball-Weltmeister 2014" Briefmarke zu schicken. Ich würde sehr dankbar dafür.  :)
Bitte schreib einfach ein E-mail an pandpmode@gmail.com  Danke sehr!  :)
Hab' ein schönes Wochenende!  :)

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Happy Valentine's Day!

P&P style made... a Valentine's Day Card

✯ Hello shiny stars! ✯

 Valentine's Day is just around the corner.

This time we made a very simple pinhole card. The pattern is created by poking holes into the paper.

You can make this card for each instance, so feel free to customize it any way you want.

There are only two steps to make it:

1. Make a sketch on the paper.

2. Use a pin to outline the form.

If you want, you can make the next step also:

3. Embroider the form.

 

Have you ever made a pinhole card for someone?

xoxo,

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