An extremely popular event is held each year in the period between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day in The Netherlands. A radio station, NPO Radio 2, hosts a week-long programme playing what listeners vote to be the best 2,000 songs of all time. The following article was written by...
This commemorative miniature sheet features an illustration by Chinese artist Wang Huming. The miniature sheet seen here, issued by Jersey Post, shows two tiger cubs playing with their mother. The Chinese hanzi (written character) for Tiger is featured in the background at the bottom right of the stamp. The narrative...
Royal Mail have revealed the design of a special miniature sheet featuring ‘The Stamp Designs of David Gentleman’, which will be made available to coincide with the London 2022 international exhibition. The miniature sheet features six stamp designs by David Gentleman, the artist who helped change British stamp design...
It really is in quite a sorry state. Creased down the middle from a filing fold and with the wax seals on the reverse long since gone, the cover has seen better days. Add to this the battered corners and general grubby appearance and most people would not look...
Although we’re all sending less and less by post, there’s never been so many ways to make it special when we do! An address stamp is the perfect mix of practicality and creativity; ideal for crafts, special occasions and for adding that personal touch. Whether you’re marking RSVPs on cards,...
With so many tools, supplies, and products available, where should I start? We’re glad you asked, because you’re in the right place. At Youstamps we are passionate about smart and efficient crafting, plus, having a lot of fun while we do it. In the blogs and videos we share, our expert...
You Stamps will show how to make a fun storage container using an old tin or container, used postage stamps, and decoupage. This is a fabulous craft to reuse and repurpose both old postage stamps and grits or other similar containers. If you don't have used postage stamps, look below...
What You Need An assortment of used postage stamps. They are readily available to buy in our shop. (we supply brand new replicas on self-adhesive sheets to save you time looking for stamps to start your project)Small glass jars with a neck wide enough for a tealight, you can get small...
Philately: The study of postage stamps and associated areas.Definitive stamp: A definitive stamp is intended for everyday use over a long period of time often depicting the profile of the monarch’s head.Commemorative stamp: A commemorative stamp commemorates an event or theme, sometimes called ‘Special’ as often there is no...
There are many places to buy stamps but why not first ask your family to see if anyone has an old collection you could have. You could also collect the stamps from your own post or ask family and friends to keep theirs. If you have relatives abroad this...
