Creative Envelopes - How To Make Beautiful Stationery Sets From Old Catalogues & Brochures

[@rosannewilliams9005]

Love how quickly you move through your videos! You are definitely a true artist! You have such an eye for beauty, art, balance! So glad I stumbled upon your channel!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much Roseanne. This feedback is very much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@therarewildheidi]

fresh and distressed are both absolutely stunning. I don't think one can really choose, it depends on what you are putting together. I also adore the wrong way round envelope. These are beautiful. Thank you for sharing

[@adrinem4513]

This project gives me fond memories of my Mom who was creative in every way. She made tiny miniature envelopes using images from various publications. Each one had its own uniqueness. This is a lovely project and I thank you for bringing me back to a precious moment shared with my beautiful Mom.❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Oh how lovely that this has brought back fond memories. Your Mom sounds like she was a very inspiring woman 💕💕💕

[@johnnyrey4554]

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[@pokey3010]

Beautiful green idea! Love the distressed post cards they look handmade! Love the Envelopes too both styles!

[@PaperCraftMix]

They are all so cool, but i looooovvvvveeee the distressed ones. Would be awesome with gardenpictures as well. Or with old buildings. Great idea! Tfs Hugs Brigitta

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Britigga, the possibilities are endless aren’t they 💕

[@mmepinat9978]

Whaou !!! I loved the modern ones but when I saw the grungy look.....you got me very very very interested !!! Thank you so much for those beautiful ideas, I love them all ! Bravo, this is amazing !

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@artsymom0329]

What a fabulous idea. These are simply gorgeous. I love both modern and vintage!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 🩷

[@LJEANH1]

Wow! Speechless at your creativity. God has certainly given you a wonderful gift and I’m thankful you share it with us.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Aw, thanks so much for your kind words Laura 💕

[@ednamorgan7827]

What a wonderful idea for using up old brochures etc. I've often thrown that sort of thing out because -although I thought the images were nice and the paper quality good- I never knew quite what to do with them. Really impressed with them all, Nina. Many thanks!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

They look fabulous don’t they. They make wonderful sets too 💕

[@10151957june]

I love them both, but I think I like the grungy look the best! Great idea!

[@susanjones7872]

What a clever use for catalogs Nina! I really like them both ways. Thanks for sharing!♥️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Susan 💕

[@amybaker3144]

I really LOVE the plain ones, not so much the other ones. Thank you for the ideas.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Amy 💕

[@janetcoopey1128]

I love them. Slight preference for the shabby chic versions. I will definitely be having a go. Now I know what to do with all my catalogues and brochures. Thank you.

[@melodine707]

That's a great idea. I have a Swedish designer catalogue I'll have to try that with. Love the distress and wax ideas!

[@annierodenberg2327]

What a great idea. The cards and envelopes are beautiful and something I would love to receive in the mail. Thanks for sharing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Annie. They’re a bit of fun aren’t they 💕

[@MarilynMoseley]

This opens up so many possibilities! I am thinking of old calendars too... I hate to throw the pretty pictures away, and this would make a beautiful use for them! I love the distressing with the clear wax, oh that is just so darling! Thank you for such a lovely inspirational video :)

[@jodibuckmister7402]

oh my goodness....I love both. Depends on my mood i suppose. Thank you so much for the fabulous inspiration!

[@carolnedow3522]

Wonderful ideas. I also like them both, but lean to the shabby chic vintage style. Thank you for sharing

[@kazeekins1]

Both ways are a delight Nina .... they both have a place .. love those postcards too. Thank you .Have a good week . Kay xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kay, you too 💕

[@yolandedimblon96]

Quelle belle idée, pour donner une nouvelle vie à nos beaux magazines.. Merci beaucoup pour le partage, Nina.. Prenez soin de vous. Bisous. ❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Merci Yolande. Vous aussi ❤️

[@elainet5870]

These turned out just great! I do like both versions! TFS. 😃

[@pamschonfarber1041]

What AWSOME idea love these ideas especially w/ the envelopes, I also use index cards to clean up my paints, they make a abstract designs and gray post cards or cut into strips to make cards.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Lovely idea Pam 💕

[@rayneonopa8680]

Beautiful as always it’s been awhile but I can always trust that I will love what ever you are doing thank you so much I hope you are staying safe

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Rayne. I hope you and your family are well. Stay Safe ❤️

[@KylieCooStudio]

Fabulous envelopes Nina - those are great catalogues to use - so good to get full page images. I like both styles very much

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Kylie 💕

[@burrowscarol]

Thanks for these ideas! I love these brochures too and I am always looking for ways to repurpose them. I hadn’t though to distress them! I often use them in collages too. I love to collage envelopes and post packages to excite the recipient when it arrives. It’s a preview of the handcrafted things inside and really fun to do. :)

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Carol, and glad this has given you some ideas 💕

[@elnore4106]

Absolutely creative and beautiful! Like them equally.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕

[@gbear768]

I have done this before but not for years and I can't wait to make some more! These are great for mail art exchanges , adding something to the card or envelope each time it goes thru the mail. I also love both grunge and clean- can't decide.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

They’re great fun aren’t they, and yes they’d look even more interesting with postage stamps and postal marks on them 💕

[@crystalwithartitout8821]

Fantastic idea! I like both post card styles.

[@oldgit9948]

Brilliant use for old categories. Was wondering where I would find something I liked / could use and then spotted the Emma Bridgewater catalogue that recently came through the door. It looks just perfect for making small colourful envelopes. Thanks again Nina

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Ooh, that will be perfect. Old Laura Ashley catalogues would be perfect too if you have any 💕

[@lesaseigler5365]

What a cool idea, I like them both. TFS!

[@kreativekarenn]

Genius! Love this idea and although I like both the distress and non-distress options, I'm leaning towards the non-distress look for the interior decorative theme images. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

They look great don’t they 💕

[@evelynoconnell4895]

Thanks so much, love the grungy look. Another great idea tfs

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

These are unique and lovely. I love both versions but am leaning towards the distressed look. Thanks for this! Another great idea!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Susan 💕

[@selinastephens7602]

Awesome. Why not make good use of beautiful images. Great idea to make a template to put over the image, really shows up what part will look the best!!!! Love this. Tfs

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Selina 💕

[@lauramarycann9590]

Fabulous , what a brilliant idea love love shabby chic.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@bborod]

Another home run! I love this idea and both styles-grunge & modern. I think for real-world mail purposes, though, I prefer the modern look and I will make and mail one today and make someone happy. So appreciate your inspiration! Cheers!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

That’s a lovely idea and I’m sure the recipient will be very happy 💕💕💕

[@mmonr]

How clever you are...very classy. I do not have a clear first impression of which I like best. They both are very nice. Thanks for this new idea. -Marsha from Texas

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Marsha. I’m still don’t have a favourite as both styles work for me 💕

[@avastone3775]

These look amazing! Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have always wondered what would be a good way for me to make envelopes, out of the paper craft paper that I have. I don't have any of the tools that most crafters use so watching this definitely gave me some insight, as well as something to do while New Zealand is in a 4 week lock down. I do like both versions, my mind is already racing with ideas lol. Though I have to say, my favorite will have to the be the distressed versions. I'll get some things when I get out of lock down, but for now I'm happy to make envelopes with what I have. Thank you again!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Elena. I’m glad this has given you some ideas to keep you busy during lock down. Stay safe ❤️

[@jackieelliott2913]

What a great use of your stash. I cannot decide which set I like the most, but would love any post that comes in those envelops, definitely happy mail!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

They’re lovely aren’t they 💕

[@margaretschmidt7451]

LOVE this! And I think I like both styles. They are just so creative.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕

[@evelynrauseo467]

Both styles are lively. I would make both and send the one I thought matched the receivers taste. Great idea. TFS. I did.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Yes, I like both styles equally too. Thanks as always for sharing Evelyn. Its very much appreciated 💕

[@galeweaver790]

Love this- especially the shabby chi ones.

[@sweetboo1022]

I love both styles and I'd like to encourage anyone reading this message to contact their local care home sense they aren't allowed to receive visitors during the Coronavirus pandemic several people I know we are getting the names of people whom maybe don't have family and sending them love through the mail. So make it cute and make it fun and you'll feel better about being quarantined by doing something fun for someone else.

[@CarrieGrahamYo]

sweetboo1022 hey this is an excellent idea. I’ve been kinda locked up for a few weeks now and I have time on my hands and supplies too so how great to do something to minister to another person’s heart to let them know they aren’t alone. I know lately it’s felt that way for me just cause I moved quite some time ago now actually to help out at home and we don’t really have anyone we have connected with here. so when you get stuck at home and aren’t even attending something even once a week like church or going to Walmart and chatting with your checkout guy or gal you can go a little stir crazy and that’s coming from a homebody. But if you’re in a nursing home, hospital, mental hospital even (I’m sure that’s really hard and quite lonely at present even for the workers because it must be extra stressful and oh, the folks who are in the jails and 🧑🏼‍🏭prisons too! I know that part of what helps keep violence down is the good behavior they go for so they can visit with their loved ones and who knows many may be on lock down so they could be going stir crazy. Everyone is being affected and God loves us all no matter who we are ...how wonderful it is to be able to do something just to remind someone even a random person who may be under more stress than we can imagine, that they truly are cared for and not forgotten even by those wo do not know them. ....and well heck... even sending something to your neighbors and family and friends who are single or just elderly or because you miss them would be such a kind thing to do. The world can go a little mad when we can’t socialize. So, Great idea! Thanks for the suggestion. Oh, hey... Just to throw one back at cha.... Any small kind of craft that you make like say, flower or feather decorative topped pencils (go great with a set of stationary you create) or maybe you bead or you make small and light items that will easily ship like idk... little headbands for your friends or family or people have just had babies or whatever it is you do, I’m sure many people we don’t think of are lonely and would love a small gift to know they are remembered. Also, don’t forget about your local emergency, police and security guard workers because they are working extra hard out there since they don’t have any chance of staying home in the line of work they do and they put themselves and by definition their families at risk to keep food on the table and to help other people stay sane and safe.... My husband is in one of those fields and I have to remember to just Thank God for protecting him and that he still has a job because of the field he’s in instead of worry. But, I know lots of wives and husbands are probably a little fearful too so there is another group of folks.. LETS JUST SEND EVERYONE IN THE WORLD SOMETHING! :P. SORRY NOVEL! You really cheered me and got me thinking. Thanks for that. *obviously I haven’t spoken to too many people in the last few weeks as I said lololol....okay... I can’t lie. I talk way too much that’s all. 👀. Dang I hate when I do that. if you got through this whole response you deserve a cookie. js.

[@Meanne77]

Distressed look, no question for me! :D I like the idea. Not so much with furniture pictures but adapt it with travel tours brochure and now we're talking ;)

[@KSuttonJones]

You have inspired me to try this project. Your envelopes and cards are amazing!

[@connie7126]

Thank you! for sharing, your Envelopes look Absolutely Beautiful! what a Great Idea!♡

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Connie, I hope you try it 💕

[@58calangel]

Wow! Unbelievable that those are magazine pages. So creative Nina!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Alicia, glad you like them 💕

[@jennymanteuffel8329]

That was just awesome. I've never seen that before and I love it. I prefer the grunged up look. Very beautiful, and thanks for sharing. Jen in Duluth, Minnesota

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

So glad you like the idea Jen. I hope you’ll try it 💕

[@angiechapman9816]

What a great idea to use up your mags and the grunged up ones are amazing. Thanks for sharing. X

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Angie 💕

[@Abbie7301]

I absolutely love these ideas🥰 What a great use of what would just be thrown in the landfill. The peekaboo template was a fabulous idea for centering an image. BRILLIANT ❣️ I can’t wait to give this a try. I have beautiful catalogs and old calendars that I couldn’t bear to part with, now I know what I was saving them for 😍

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

So glad it was helpful and you enjoyed it 💕

[@BigGrannydb]

I like both - equally also! very pretty - awesome idea!

[@loripadilla669]

Love both of these ideas Nina! The distressing is fun idea. tfs xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Lori, they remind me of your altered photographs 💕

[@yvonnevl2497]

What a Brilliant idea! I love the vintage ones the most!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Yvonne, they look fab don’t they 💕

[@silkinajackson2892]

Love the modern version. What s fabulous idea I plan on using!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Happy Creating 💕

[@dreamymm1970]

Both lovely but the grunge ones are definitely my cup of tea... thank you for sharing this... have some beautiful magazine covers and will definitely use this methods of cards and envelopes as is fabulous addition in my junk journals. Xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad this has given you ideas for using yours. Happy Creating 💕

[@deborahrusignuolo7612]

These came out very cool .Thank you for sharing

[@jackiegfeller]

Finally a brilliant idea for those catalogs I got from my friend who owns a hardware and gift store! I am making these soon!!! YAY! Thanks Nina, love the whole idea, especially the post card idea! I am not a grunge fan, but I have friends who would love to receive them! So both styles are worthy!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Jackie. Happy creating 💕

[@CoriDahmen]

I love your creative mind. Fabulous job Nina :)

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cori 💕

[@daphneswersky8289]

Hello there, I'm new to your site but I just wanted you to know how wonderful an idea this is. And I love both types of styles. I gave you a "thumbs up" so I will be back. Thank you for this fun tutorial.

[@lornsdemers]

Love the grungy look Nina and oh the Wallpaper book is a keeper..not too sure I could cut through it..but for the purpose of creativity who knows!Thanks again for some great inspiration.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Lorraine. That’s how I ended up with 3 copies of the wallpaper book as I wanted one that I leave intact 💕

[@CLAldridgeArt]

Wow! What a fantastic idea for using some of those older books and brochures that we find.. Great video and THANK YOU for sharing your ideas here. 👍💖

[@alisoncouzens3736]

Fabulous video, enjoyed watching, what a great idea Nina, I think I prefer the modern look but they are both great. Take care Ali xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Ali 💕 xx

[@kathleenstrode8445]

Wonderful,idea!!!!Simply Fab....I will have to try this soon.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Happy Creating 💕

[@rebeccamccrady4966]

Ran into your channel tonight and loved your idea. I had hoped you would put a label of some sort on them. Depending on the image I would grudge up or keep shinny. You are right, if I got a letter in the mail like this I'd be so happy. I have subscribed to watch MORE!

[@ldlcreationsllc]

Shabby chic! Great idea! Thank you.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

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[@monicabaldner1330]

Wonderful !!! Love these ideas !!💕

[@sharonmika4786]

I love them both! And such a wonderful idea to use catalog pages. 👍🏻💫❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@TheOldladyB]

I love the distressed ones. I wouldn"t hesitate to send these in the mail. Great way to use up things.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Darlene, they a bit different aren’t they 💕

[@kathleenstewart409]

Nina, not in a million years would it occur to me to distress these. You are amazing. Love 'em both but going with distressed.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Aw, thanks so much Kathleen 💕

[@cheryls_creative7048]

Oh my word what a fantastic idea! The books you have a sumptuous! I’m going to find some catalogues now! Thanks :) I love the ones that aren’t grungy, but it’s. A great idea, although the chalk wax is really interesting stuff!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Cheryl. I’m glad you like the idea, and you find some interesting catalogues 💕💕💕

[@woollysteph]

What a great idea! Love both styles. A year or so ago I would have preferred the shiny contemporary ones but now I've discovered all things vintage I think I prefer the distressed look. Great project Nina. TFS 💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Steph, glad you like them 💕

[@lyllydd]

This situation is why I like The Envelope Mill by Haila Harvey. It's a book that comes w/ a set of plastic templates. The templates are the same shape as the one you're using, they're study enough to cut around w/ a craft knife, and translucent so you can center them up over your image easily. It's still out there on Amazon.

[@williewiner4161]

If I received either one I would love it! I don’t get brochures like that, but would be thrilled too! Thanks for sharing a great idea!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Willie, they are fun to upcycle 💕

[@Taitcreates639]

Brilliant, Juarez brilliant, saves the planet too. Tfs ,

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Bonnie 💕

[@jolac46]

I love your idea to use those magazine pages. Love the result.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕

[@lubnaul-hasan6466]

Absolutely Brilliant tutorial and makes Nina. Thank you for sharing. I really can't decide which I prefer, the shiny shiny or the distressed. Both are equally gorgeous!❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much alumna. I like the both equally too 💕

[@colleenlondon5605]

I love this idea. I still make a lot of greeting cards and now I'm looking at them in a whole new light. It all depends what I use as to if I would distress or not. tfs

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad this has given you some ideas. Happy Creating 💕

[@jenniferwatson7118]

Wow! These are great! Loved the gloss until I saw the grunged ones... they look amazing! Thanks for this great idea!

[@maggiesands7625]

Brilliant! What a great idea. Thank you.

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Nina, this is a fantastic idea 💡 and I really really love 💕 both types. It’s amazing what you can do with things like this. xxx Mags

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Mags, they’re fun aren’t they 💕

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

Another sure-fired winner, and who doesn't love going through old magazine, the book you had was a real treasure too. Tfs xo

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Elizabeth, it was a cool find wasn’t it 💕

[@clairegagne6906]

Hello, I just spotted this video and you have given me so many thoughts as to using something like this in mini albums! A terrific project. I've kept a bunch of calendars because I loved the images. Gotta dig them out and start to craft with them. TYFS

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I’m so glad you enjoyed this and it’s given you some ideas. Happy Creating 💕

[@marilynmcleod1196]

Just discovered your channel and love these! I've made envelopes from old calendar pages for a few years now... something I saw years ago, but never saw or thought of sanding them and grunging them up. I like that look, but also like the shiny look. Both are great! I scan into my computer some of my fave calendar or catalog pages, for future use.. makes my own "paper" to use for either envelopes or card fronts... or punch them out in shapes to make my own paper flowers. I had kind of forgotten this technique and just threw a bunch of catalogs away into our recycle sack... now I have to go pull them out and look at any I want to save! (as if I need them)...…..

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Marilyn, its a lovely way of using them up isn’t it. Hope you managed to rescue yours 💕

[@lindaharris2607]

Wonderful video! I love the distressed ones!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Linda 💕

[@lauramurphy438]

Hello Nina, I prefer the modern look. Thanks for sharing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Laura, the modern ones are so vibrant aren’t they 💕

[@anne-mariestevenson3296]

Both options are great. Love this idea.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕

[@renig5059]

They came out fab... love both version the grunge up one is more special... thx👍🏻👩🏻‍🎨

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@donnaward6158]

Yes, they are both beautiful, but I think I like the grungy look the best.

[@kellercrucita550]

What a great catalogues! Beautiful images!!! I wonder where could I get that chalk wax!

[@thereseduffney317]

Nina, these are awesome. I absolutely love them.❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@anniefaint6373]

These are lovely and a great idea , I loved them both styles it’s sometimes nice to have them not distressed, but I did like both ideas ,,, thanks again for the inspiration,,,,xxxxx 😊💕🎨

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I like both styles too. I love the vibrancy of the shiny ones we the images are so gorgeous. But I love them grunted up too 💕 xxxx

[@Chihiro33333]

I love your videos! Very inspiring! Thank you so much för sharing your brilliant ideas and your enthusiasm ! ❤😃

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕

[@BlaizC]

Normally, I like the distressed look, but I liked the clean lines and colors of the regular ones, since they matched the style of the furniture in the photos.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Blair, they’re lovely aren’t they 💕

[@lindacoates6673]

Love this idea I have a lot of catalogues and i cant wait to have a try of this thanks for sharing linda

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Enjoy ❤️

[@shirleybowers4099]

First time watching you. I really enjoyed seeing two techniques. So I am a fan! I'll look at catalogues in a new way

[@lizianne3241]

More great ideas. I'm glad you mentioned the orientation a simple thing but easy to forget. I love both styles, but leaning towards the distressed ones. x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Its amazing how different they look once distressed isn’t it 💕 xx

[@lisak7677]

These are fabulous... like them all!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@kathiecondon9187]

Which one do I love? BOTH of them! I have to make some of these! Now to get some high end catalogues and I will be set. Love your video and love your accent.

[@ImGinaMarie]

What a fabulous idea!!! I love either version, for me it would depend on the picture

[@marlysshields144]

Love this idea! However, nothing new under the sun. My mother, who lived through depression, never threw anything out. We learned to make all sorts of things from old catalogs, magazines and calendars. (When she passed, we found stacks of “supplies” she had saved.) I really enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing. I think I’ll go make some envelopes from that wallpaper book I’ve been hoarding! Lol

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Maryls. Wallpaper will make some beautiful envelopes. Enjoy 💕