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July 10, 2013

Here's another package that was sent out during our paper swap. I love paper! What is it about old tickets and photos and ephemera?? Something about a time now long past, truly simple times.

I've been thinking about doing a letter/penpal/paper swap .. could be fun! Would anyone be interested?

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May 22, 2013

You guys love I know packaging and trades. Some time ago, I did a paper swap with some lovely ladies and it was a blast. It was fun collecting up little paper treasures to send and also receive. Found these little brass stencils that was the perfect finish for each person. I'll be posting some images of what I got as well - it's the best! Have you sent anything special in the mail lately? Being at the stationery show, I am inspired to send all sorts of pretty things now :)

Message Tape:

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April 9, 2013

I've had this idea for a while and tried to get it made with washi tape but I had to order some huge amount like 10,000 rolls or something. Which was kind of a lot ;) So I was super excited to get this tape printed with our designs. I figured you guys would really appreciate this because you like packaging and nifty things! Rolls of message tape are available here in the shop!

The tape is simple - you just tear at each message and place on your package/envelopes/whatever! Rolls are just $10 each and a roll will last you quite a while with hundreds of little messages per roll! (haven't actually counted how many there are but it's a lot!)

Calling all letter lovers - we've got a roll especially for you with special package sayings like: airmail, send more letters, special delivery, please deliver to, & more!

So what do you guys think? Any specific sayings you'd like to see or think would be cool? Our next designs will include occasions like birthdays and holidays! Don't miss out on getting a roll of tape for yourself here at the shop! Also available in our retail shop.

With the introduction of this new product, we thought it'd be fun to give away a roll of tape to 10 lucky winners! Simply tweet / facebook / or instagram an image from this post and come back and comment here! Be sure to tag @ohhellofriend so we can track your entries.

* this is a original idea designed and produced by by oh, hello friend. tape is printed in the usa.

12 gifts:

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March 11, 2013

Over the holidays, someone approached me to do a series of little gifts for her girlfriend, who reads the blog. I thought it was so thoughtful and fun so I gathered some oh, hello friend best sellers and wrapped them up into 12 gifts. I love wrapping so why turn down an opportunity to wrap up gifts and spread some cheer? :)

Here are all the gifts that were included.

All wrapped up!

I've never had a request like this before, it was really fun. She just gave me a budget and I just stayed within that! Thanks Helen & Laura!
Anyway, I love gifts! giving and receiving ;) I especially like wrapping up gifts! My mom is a big gift giver, it's definitely one of her love languages. What about you? I am sure if you read this blog you most likely share in my love of gifts and/or packaging... :)

simple packaging idea:

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July 25, 2012

Thought I'd share a quick + easy package idea today! I love packaging, don't you? :)

All you need is some scraps of fabric or lace, twine, paper bags, and some kind of embellishment!

I cut the fabric into small strips.

Then shaped some of the edges like a flag. I didn't do it with the lace though.

Cut a small slit into to the other end and strung the twine through.

Tied on my tags & paper clips and done! Very easy :)

ps: here are the items I used: bags / paper clips / rubber stamp

collection / packaging:

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May 16, 2012

It's been a while since I've done a package round up and this is what happens when so much time passes :: I find tons of amazing packaging inspiration photos. Have you wrapped anything lately? I feel like I am constantly packaging and using the same old twine, paper bag, and tag. I am going to try to really switch it up and find new ways to package. Hope you enjoy today's collection as much as I did searching for these photos :)