Envelope Addressing Techniques and Tips

This video tutorial by Becca from The Happy Ever Crafter covers the basics of envelope addressing. It includes three simple techniques: left justified, right justified, and centered addressing. The tutorial also provides tips on maintaining legibility, choosing the right tools, and using templates. Advanced tips for centering and embellishments are also discussed, along with a free template download.

What are the three envelope addressing techniques covered in the video?

• Top-justified, bottom-justified, and diagonal

• Left-justified, right-justified, and centered

• Horizontal, vertical, and diagonal

• Bold, italic, and underlined

Why is it important to keep the address legible on an envelope?

• To impress the recipient

• To match the style of the envelope

• To make it look more artistic

• To ensure the post office can deliver it correctly

What is the recommended practice for writing names and addresses on calligraphy envelopes?

• Both names and addresses in calligraphy

• Names in calligraphy, addresses in block letters

• Names in block letters, addresses in calligraphy

• Both names and addresses in cursive

What should you leave space for in the top right corner of an envelope?

• A stamp or post office sticker

• A personal message

• A decorative sticker

• A return address

What type of pen is recommended for envelope addressing?

• Gel pen

• Tombow Fudenosuke pen

• Ballpoint pen

• Fountain pen

What is the purpose of using a laser level in envelope addressing?

• To add color to the envelope

• To create decorative patterns

• To ensure straight lines without pencil marks

• To measure the size of the envelope

When addressing envelopes, why is it suggested to work from the bottom up?

• To avoid smudging the ink

• To follow traditional methods

• To make it easier to write

• To ensure enough space for the address

What is a key tip for centering addresses on envelopes?

• Estimate the center by eye

• Start from the left and adjust as needed

• Use a ruler to draw a center line

• Print the address and use the computer's centering function

What is the main challenge with centered addressing?

• Selecting the correct pen

• Choosing the right font

• Ensuring the address is perfectly aligned

• Deciding on the envelope color