More Tape!

Every time I sit down to finally order some washi tape for my art journal and mail art, I seem to end up finding some sort of washi-tape-substitute instead!

First, I read about a way to lift text with regular Scotch tape.

Then, I found paper tape.

Next, I thought of a way to run ribbon through the Xyron to make tape.

Recently, it occurred to me that I could do a similar thing using strips from the interesting designs inside of business envelopes.

I just cut the envelopes into strips, and then I have the option to run them through the Xyron, apply double-sided tape to the back, or just glue them onto my project with a glue stick.

Isn't it amazing how many different, pretty patterns you can find on the inside of an envelope?  (I guess it lessens the sting of the bill inside!)

I sat down with single-minded determination on Christmas Eve to order some washi tape over the Internet, and found yet another substitute that drew me away from my original intention:  kawaii tape!

In the context of Japanese culture, kawaii means cute...so instead of the rather staid colors and patterns of washi tape, the tape is decorated with adorable animals and people, fun little sentiments, and interesting objects.

I bought my selection of kawaii tape from An at the Panda Love Shop.  She offered me fast, friendly service, and included additional kawaii goodies with my order.



I am loving this kawaii tape so much that I want to show you some close ups of the adorable designs:

I've been using the tapes as much as I can for my art journal pages.  I can't help but smile and feel cheerful when they are on the page!

If you are thinking of making a kawaii tape purchase, I can highly recommend An's Panda Love Shop!  She also has a blog called I Love Kawaiiness, which she uses to feature items in her Etsy shop.  Please make a visit!