gramma
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Post by gramma on Jul 7, 2021 4:05:23 GMT
What tape do you guys use for the flaps of your handmade envelopes?
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Post by melanieg on Jul 7, 2021 13:12:53 GMT
I have an envelope glue somewhere. It has been eons since I made my own envelopes.
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scrapnnana
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Post by scrapnnana on Jul 7, 2021 15:42:44 GMT
I use craft glue, not tape. They can cut the envelope open, and as long as the card isn’t a tight fit in the envelope, the card isn’t likely to be damaged. I put the folded edge of the card into the envelope first, so the open side is up by the flap. If they cut the envelope open, they won’t accidentally cut the card fold at the same time. I hope that makes sense.
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gramma
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Post by gramma on Jul 7, 2021 18:52:39 GMT
I'm looking for the tape that can go on the flap for the cards that I make and send to Cards for Soldiers.
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Post by wendifful on Jul 7, 2021 21:31:38 GMT
I use .25in double-sided adhesive. These days I've been getting it from scrapbook.com because it's cheaper (especially if you buy multiple rolls) but before I used to use Scor-Tape. When I get a new batch of envelopes, I put the tape on all of them at once so I don't have to worry about it. I also use my scissors to cut the edges instead of tearing it because I find when you tear that sort of tape, inevitably a little bit of adhesive gets exposed, so in this particular application, I like to cut it. |
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Post by Restless Spirit on Jul 7, 2021 23:10:41 GMT
I use 1/4” Scor-Tape. Like wendifful, I cut it instead of tearing it. I use it for the construction of the envelope and closing the flap after inserting the card. I find it’s strong enough to hold the envelope together and keep it sealed. It looks neater and holds strong for bulky cards. |
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azcrafty
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Post by azcrafty on Jul 7, 2021 23:21:37 GMT
Scor-tape. I use an acrylic block/stamping block to varnish the tape on and tear the tape with, it works perfectly.
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gramma
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Post by gramma on Jul 8, 2021 3:04:22 GMT
Thanks ladies
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Post by riversong1963 on Jul 8, 2021 14:43:58 GMT
I use an inexpensive version of the Scor Tape that is 1/8" wide. If I'm using the envelope myself, I use my ATG.
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Post by don on Jul 8, 2021 19:06:49 GMT
Scor-tape. I use it to make the envie, but I don't put tape on the flap until I am ready to use it. My envies are not matched, they are color coordinated. I make envies with paper instead of purging. Then over time I match a card to an envie. After a while the tape loses it's tackiness if it is left open. Some of my envies are a year or more old.
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scrapnnana
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Post by scrapnnana on Jul 8, 2021 20:45:11 GMT
I'm looking for the tape that can go on the flap for the cards that I make and send to Cards for Soldiers. In that case, another vote for Scor-Tape. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2021 20:10:03 GMT
double sided adhesive tape  There are so many great brands now! |
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Post by melanieg on Jul 9, 2021 21:15:48 GMT
I'm looking for the tape that can go on the flap for the cards that I make and send to Cards for Soldiers. Whoops! didnt know that. I agree with the others. |
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Post by CardBoxer on Jul 9, 2021 21:28:02 GMT
ScorTape. If you sign up for their mailing list, they have occasional sales, but don’t send email often - maybe every two or three months? www.scor-pal.com/store/ |
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There are so many great brands now!