Create a Pocket Letter Kit

In the Smaller Pocket Letters group over at Pocket Letter Pals we were challenged to create a kit for our PLP swap partner. I was in the midst of creating several holiday themed pl's so it was a nice break to make this shabby chic pl kit which went to my pal in Florida. I included Prima goodies in the pockets that I thought she might enjoy creating future pocket letters with. 

I'll start with the spine first today. I cut two strips of the Romance Novel dp by Prima (which I used on all the pockets) and backed each with double stick tape then adhered it to the spine. Ribbons and Prima trim were tied through the punched hole and I added a Girls Paperie metal charm to a vintage pin by Tim Holtz.  Rhinestone Prima elements were added to two of the front pockets for a touch of elegance. The pink satin pleated ribbon was a gift from a friend and it's by Stampin' Up. A small Recollections bling was added to the bottom right corner.

My pal likes birds so on this pocket I added a gold metal charm and a 3D sticker with blossoms. The metal element tucked under the pleated trim is by Finnabair and as most know she designs for Prima Marketing. 

This pocket features another rhinestone element by Prima. The ivory satin pleated trim is by Webster's Pages and the rose trim is from May Arts. When I was cutting my page protector I cut a 1/2 inch below the first row so I could add my trim with double stick tape. 

Here's the back...

I stayed with the Romance Novel paper pack but used more of the vintage images on this side. Also I did some stamping - Hello and perfume bottle by Just Rite Stampers - on the first two pockets. I had some vintage findings in my stash that I thought would make nice additions so I added them (pearl brooch, fan and cameo). On the back I added a solid row of the pink pleated trim (aren't you proud of me lol) and a wood veneer Eiffel Tower which I decked out with pearl bling. 

I have a Snapguide tutorial to share with you but first let me share the PL I received from my pal, Glenda.

Front

Back

In addition she created several hand beaded items and these stick pins (below) which I adore.

You can see how I altered gift bags to use for my pocket letter kit by clicking Start the Guide. 

Check out How to Make a Pocket Letter Using Gift Bags by Lisa Snowdy on Snapguide. 

I'll be back tomorrow with my second woodland themed pocket letter. 

Lisa xx

Vintage Pocket Letter

I'm popping in to share a vintage pocket letter I created for a Pocket Letter Pal in Memphis, TN. The primary focus was vintage with some shabby chic and retro touches. Our color scheme was black, cream with pale pink and a touch of aqua. I think I nailed the theme because my pal absolutely loved it which totally thrilled me.

I have a few close ups for you as well as a peek at the goodies I stuffed in the back of the pockets.

My pal, Susan, loves all things Parisian so I included a laser cut wood Eiffel Tower. It's decorated with pearls and she can leave it on the pocket or use it for crafting. The rose pin (far left pocket) is from Pink Paislee's Sweetness collection. I included a Bo Bunny mini envelope with a note for my pal and some additional ephemera.

The second row is an ode to all things retro and I used ephemera from Pink Paislee's Vogue collection. The Prima paper clip says "dear" and again she can use it or leave it on her pocket letter.

I always dress up the left side of my pl's and this one has washi tape, a vintage button (shown) and a Girls Paperie metal charm that says "take the time to laugh" plus some pretty ribbon.

The lovely lady is a Pink Paislee Vogue chip and I placed it on a dictionary book page which I zipped up with Martha Stewart's doily border punch. A Prima bling center was placed on the pleated Stampin' Up ribbon and the sewing machine ephemera is from Pink Paislee as well. The vintage bling brads are by The Paper Studio and all of the soft pink blossoms are flower stickers by Jolee. 

A personal fav of mine is the Parisian themed pocket.

I layered two Prima papers then added a photo strip by Echo Park, a rose sticker, elegant lace trim and a handmade stamp I created with ephemera from Echo Park and a EK Success postage border stamp. 

Also, I like to add a personal touch about my pals so I included a Girls Paperie "S" alpha tile since my pals name is Susan. I had some leftover bling from a Prima flourish which I added to the pink blossom and I fashioned a pearl necklace as well to add to the PP Vogue chip lady. Pocket letters are stored in 3-ring binders so she'll be able to use all of the goodies on the left for crafting or creating more letters. :)

For the back I tucked in goodies which I thought she would enjoy.

Pink blossoms which I used on the front, satin blossoms by Melissa Frances, Tim Holtz clips and pins, stickers, ephemera, tags and washi tape, plus a selection of lace and per the PLP guidelines a packet of tea. The bottom middle pocket holds a letter about me for my pal which is also a PLP recommendation.

This one wasn't for a group swap like most of mine are, actually she contacted me about doing a personal swap and I'm so glad we did. I'll be sharing all of my October incoming pocket letters at the end of the month and next week I'll have 3 outgoing Halloween themed pl's to share with you here on my blog. 

Before I go I also want to thank everyone who wished my daughter here and on FB a happy birthday. We celebrated all weekend long and you can catch up by clicking my Instagram icon. We had a blast!

Have a wonderful day, wherever you are. 

See you Friday with a mixed media art journal page.

Lisa xx