# DIY Postal Sachets The Brit & Co. Duct Tape Envelopes are a Funky Way to Send Mail By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-07-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brit-co-duct-tape-envelopes References: [brit.co](http://www.brit.co/weddings/a-new-spin-on-stationery-diy-duct-tape-envelopes/) & [https](http://https//www.facebook.com/britmorin) These [Brit & Co.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neighborhood-x-sanders) Duct Tape Envelopes are a funky new way to [send mail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-letter-card-co). Instead of mailing out a dull and boring sachet, you can send out a hip and modern letter. The only materials needed to put these together is some Scoth Color & Patterns [Duct tape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seal-draft-and-insulation) and a pair of scissors. You simply layer some scotch tape strips along a surface, and once you peel it off it forms a sheet. You then repeat the process by using a different pattern of tape, but instead you overlap the first sheet in the opposite direction. Once that is complete, you are then ready to cut out the envelope shape and put it together. The Brit & Co. blog is a lifestyle brand that is always looking for creative and simple ideas such as these Duct Tape Envelopes, which are sure to surprise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Mail:** The trend of creating unique and modern envelopes and sachets using everyday materials, such as duct tape and crafting paper, to add a personal touch to mailing. - **Sustainable Packaging:** The trend of utilizing environmentally friendly and reusable materials to send mail, such as fabric or biodegradable packaging, to reduce waste and carbon footprints. - **Minimalist Design:** The trend of using simple and minimalist designs for mail packaging, such as monochromatic color schemes and geometric shapes, to create a sleek and sophisticated look. ### Who This Affects Most - **Craft and Hobby:** The craft and hobby industry can capitalize on the trend of DIY mail by developing new and innovative crafting tools and materials specifically for mail packaging purposes. - **E-commerce and Retail:** The e-commerce and retail industry can incorporate sustainable and personalized packaging options for customer orders to enhance the unboxing experiences and build brand loyalty. - **Printing and Postal Services:** Printing and postal services can offer customizable, minimalist designed envelopes and sachets for businesses and individuals in order to increase mail appeal amidst growing digital communication trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [In-Store DIY Packaging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packaging-station.md) - [Optimized Eco Postal Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/large-letter-postal-boxes.md) - [Recycled Paper Protective Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scotch-cushion-lock.md) - [Branded Holiday Gifting Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-gifting-suite.md) - [Recyclable eCommerce Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-packaging.md) - [Ultra-Slim Delivery Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flap-it.md) - [Hybrid Mail Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-letter-card-co.md) - [Edible Food-Safe Adhesives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tastee-tape.md) - [Bread-Themed Wrapping Paper Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakermee.md)