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75 more questions to ask your pen pal

August 11, 2021December 15, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Hand writing a postcard with a blue pen next to coffee and colourful macarons on table

A while back I wrote a list of 75 questions to ask your pen pal, which a lot of you seemed to find useful, so … Read more

Christmas card writing & etiquette tips

December 21, 2023December 2, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Writing Christmas cards

We may live in a digital age, but Christmas cards are still very much alive and kicking, and what better way is there to share … Read more

Why I love letter-writing (and you should too)

October 27, 2016October 3, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Photo: Rawpixel.com

There’s something very special about exchanging letters with someone, which could never be replicated by email or text message. This ‘something’ is built up of … Read more

How to write an Apology Letter

October 27, 2016September 1, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Photo: aradaphotography

Sometimes, if you’ve upset someone with your words or actions, an apology in person is the best option. However, more often than not, an apology … Read more

What to write in a Wedding Guestbook

August 11, 2021July 5, 2016 by Lucy Williams
wedding - bride & groom

We’ve all been there; you’re relaxing and enjoying yourself at a wedding, when suddenly the guest book is in your hands, and the pressure is … Read more

How to keep a Bullet Journal

January 9, 2019June 7, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Journal and pen

There’s been a lot of hype about Bullet Journaling in the stationery and organisation world recently, but what exactly is it, and what are the … Read more

How to keep a Travel Journal

October 27, 2016June 3, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Photo courtesy of Rawpixel.com

  Maybe you’re going on a lovely two week holiday to Greece this summer with your other half, or perhaps you’re embarking on a gap … Read more

How to keep a Gratitude Journal

April 7, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Hand writing in a spiral-bound gratitude journal with pen in four colourful pop art style panels

Keeping a Gratitude Journal has many benefits – both mental and physical – and can make a big difference to your life if you commit … Read more

Postcards: I wish you were here

November 24, 2021March 11, 2016 by Lucy Williams
White sun hat and sandals on sandy beach with turquoise ocean background

I was lucky enough to visit Europe many times as a child, alongside British seaside resorts, and in every country we went to, I quickly … Read more

50 things to send to your pen pal

August 11, 2021February 11, 2016 by Lucy Williams
Assorted vintage postage stamps with various designs and postmarks scattered on a surface

Whilst sending and receiving letters themselves is great fun, I often enjoy popping a little something else in the envelope with my outgoing letters, and … Read more

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