Snail mail supplies - this forum, another forum, or another website altogether?

[mail_snail]

Hi FPN! I was wondering if there's a dedicated place to post about snail mail supplies, tips, and recommendations? Maybe I should place it under Paper and Pen Paraphenalia instead. Let me know what you think.

For example, I wanted to recommend Gamblin's Cold Wax Medium as a low-odor, rub-on, waterproof coating for non-water-resistant inks.
I also wanted to see if other snail-mail people would be interested in sharing some vintage stamps.

Again, please let me know what you think! This might be way outside the purview of fountain pens, and belong on a pen pal website instead.

[LizEF]

1 minute ago, mail_snail said:

Maybe I should place it under Paper and Pen Paraphenalia instead.

That seems like the right place to me.  This forum is more for creative expression.

[flyingfox]

Great idea! I have seen bits and pieces about snail mail tips and ideas, but not a place to keep the wealth of information in one place as far as I know.

 

BTW I use vintage stamps a lot, too, partly because I bought a bunch of “discount postage” on an auction site for like 30% off of the face value, yay. I love old stamps anyways, they are beautiful. Since I send out many letters, every little bit counts.

[mail_snail]

Thank you both for replying! Your opinions are helpful. I will repost this in Paper and Pen Paraphernalia. Who knows, it may become a resource for other snail mailers and one day get pinned post status...a person can dream.

 

@flyingfox I 100% agree about the old stamps. They are beautiful! I love the engraving lines and fine details. They give a happy surprise to the recipient!