Dear Soldier Envelope Making

To get started, download the template above. Print out the template onto brown and grey cover paper.
Step 1Carefully cut out around the solid line on your template.
Step 2Fold the 2 side flaps along the dotted lines.
Step 3Fold the bottom rectangle along the dotted line. Attach to the 2 side flaps with glue.
Step 4Fold the top triangle along the dotted line. This becomes the top flap of your envelope.
Step 5Create a stamp for your envelope. Cut out a small rectangle (4cm x 5cm) from white paper.
Step 6Cut a bevelled edge on your stamp.
Step 7Use a black marker to draw a slightly smaller rectangle within the stamp shape. You can also draw a price on the stamp to make it look more realistic.
Step 8Draw a little colourful picture in your stamp and stick it to your envelope with glue.
Step 9Address the front of your envelope and cut and tie a length of baker’s twine around the envelope to complete.
Now that you have an addressed and stamped envelope, you can write a letter to a soldier and pop it inside.

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