![]() Posting it via a letter box means it goes though a few extra sorting machines, therefore more chances to damage the seal. If you are posting a letter with a wax seal, it’s best to request your stamp to be “hand canceled” at the counter. I probably wouldn’t expect that this crayon seal would stay intact if posted, so best to use on hand delivered items. Get a template to make your own envelopes. I think it looks quite smart on this envelope made from a vintage map. Have fun playing with this idea to embellish snail mail. Maybe try slightly dampening the button with a moist sponge or your breath to prevent the wax from sticking to it. I read somewhere that the stamp should have a film of moisture to prevent the wax from sticking. Too long and the wax became to hard to make a good impression and would crack. Too soon and the wax would stick to the button and then lift right off the paper. The hardest part was determining just how long to allow the wax to cool before pressing in the button. I had quite a few fails before I found the knack. Crayon wax is quite brittle when it cools and doesn’t stick very well to paper you you may find that it lifts off with the button, or even breaks. TIPS: Real sealing wax contains resin which helps it stick to the paper and makes it supple and flexible. Hopefully you’ll have a nice clear impression in the wax. Leave it there till the wax has cooled.Ħ. Wait a few seconds and then press you button into the wax. Blow on it to spread out the wax and cool it down slightly.Ĥ. Make a little wax puddle about the size of a 10c coin or just a bit larger than your button. Use the lighter to melt the crayon and drip it onto the paper or envelope.ģ. Be careful not to burn yourself both with the lighter or with hot dripping wax.Ģ. ![]() It’s a good idea to have a little practice on some scrap paper before you attempt to seal your final project.
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