Collecting postcards

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Everyone collects at least one thing when they travel. These are my top 3 things to collect when travelling. What do you collect?

When your collection of postcards (or photos) reaches a certain size, you need to think about how to store, protect, and display them safely and creatively.

My brother-in-law and his wife love to travel. Many years ago, he started sending up post cards from his vacations. I have kept them in a photo box over the years, but I thought it would be nice to display them. For another project/event, a purchased an old window frame from an antique store. I accidentally broke the glass pane inside and thought it was a lost cause. But then I thought I could attach chicken wire to it and hang post cards on it! The window frame from Spouses Night Out…

Today, we will bring you fascinating ways you can setup your photos for display in your home. They also cost very little, just some effort needed. Enjoy!

Framebridge on Instagram: “It’s totally okay if we start collecting postcards to recreate this...right? 👀 @mackenzielaurino”

Create your own ‘mise en scène’ on mantelpieces and shelves, all over the fridge or even a wall

Displaying your travel postcards in a decorative jar is a wonderful addition to any home decor. Collecting postcards from your travels are inexpensive ways to preserve the memories of your experiences. Our postcard jar is a constant reminder of the amazing places we have visited and the memories we have made. This jar is an amazing conversation starter!