Mini envelopes on planner pages filled with recycled fortune cookie fortunes

I save my fortunes from fortune cookies and I thought I would recycle them into a fun little daily surprise on my August planner pages.

I punched tiny square envelopes and a tiny rectangle envelopes out of a variety of pretty scrapbook papers.

I laid them out on the planner pages alternating rows of square and rectangle tiny paper envelopes.

After gluing the envelopes together with a bit of glue stick I then taped them along the top edge with a variety of Designer Choice GoWashi tapes on each day of the month. I then folded each of my recycled fortune cookie fortunes and placed them in each envelope. I bet it will be fun to open one up each day.

I plan on reversing this process and each day put an accomplishment of the day in each envelope. Another idea is to write a quote each day and slip it in the envelope.

Here is a scan of some of my fotunes for you to download if you don’t have a stash of your own:

Hubcap Creatures is the creative project of British sculptor Ptolemy Elrington, who has transformed discarded hubcaps into captivating sculptures of wildlife. Operating from Brighton, Elrington has been crafting these unique pieces since the late 1990s, turning everyday automotive debris into stunning representations of animals from the natural world.

The artistic process behind Elrington’s sculptures is centered around recycling and upcycling. The hubcaps he uses are typically found on the side of the road and often show signs of wear, including scratches and dents. Elrington believes that these imperfections add character and depth to his creatures, making each piece truly one of a kind.

His work spans a wide range of animals, including foxes, fish, and birds, with each sculpture thoughtfully crafted to showcase the unique features of the materials. The brand logos, grooves, and markings found on the hubcaps often contribute to the creature’s expression and structure, giving them a distinct, textured look.

Elrington’s Hubcap Creatures have been showcased in various exhibitions, both in the UK and internationally. His innovative approach has gained recognition for its creativity and environmental awareness, demonstrating how discarded materials can be transformed into meaningful art.

For art enthusiasts or collectors, Elrington offers a mix of available sculptures and custom commissions, allowing individuals to bring home a piece of this upcycled art. Hubcap Creatures stands as a brilliant example of how creativity can breathe new life into the most unlikely of materials, all while promoting sustainability.

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