How to Write a Letter Using Decorative Paper

Deliver the latest family news with a letter printed on decorative paper. Office supply stores carry letter-sized paper in a variety of colors and themes, many with coordinating envelopes. Designs range from simple borders to vibrant graphics. Celebrate the art of letter writing by embellishing your message with eye-catching stationery. Remember, today's letter may become tomorrow's heirloom.

Instructions

1. Compose your letter on a computer word processor. Format the document so that the date, salutation, paragraphs, closing and signature line up at the left margin. Don't indent your paragraphs.

2. Edit the letter for spelling and grammar errors. Print a draft on plain white paper. Compare the draft with the available space on the decorative paper by overlaying the letter on top of the stationery. Adjust any margin overlaps and save the final version.

3. Print a test copy to determine if the decorative paper should feed design side up or down. Load the printer with the stationery and print your letter.

4. Another option is to hand write the letter on the stationery.

5. Fold the letter in thirds and insert it in a business (size #10) envelope. Type or print the delivery and return address on the front of the envelope. Choose a commemorative first-class postage stamp for a festive touch.

Resources

• Lifetime Encyclopedia of Letters