What is RAK?

I being somewhat new to the whole penpal world was totally clueless at first what people were referring to when they spoke of RAKs.

So for those of you that don't know I will fill you in.

It stands for Random Acts of Kindness, which in the penpal world refers to when you send sweet little bits and pieces to your penpals that you think they might like etc.

Some can be small and others quite large, I guess it depends on your budget. It doesn't have to cost the Earth, putting thought in to it is always appreciated.

I have started writing a list of potential bits and bobs to send that I thought may be of interest to those looking to get started.

Here goes:

• Washi tape - Whether it be full rolls or 'samples' of your own
• Origami - Bows, Stars, Hearts...whatever your heart (& skill set) desires
• Cute Paperclips
• Baker's Twine or Ribbon
• Buttons
• Stickers
• Sticky notes/memos
• Writing Sets
• Notebooks
• Paper cut-outs
• Pom-poms
• Garlands
• Pens
• Bookmarks
• Labels
• Quotes
• Postcards
• Recipes
• Tea or Chocolates (something that would last the distance)
• Paper Doilies
• Stamps
• Mail Tag

Right, I think that there is enough there to get you started and get the creative juices flowing.

Another great way of finding inspiration is by looking at some of the most common hash tags on Instagram.

Such as - #showandmail #sendmoremail #snailmailrevolution #penpals #snailmailrevival

I hope this has been educational ;)

Happy snail mailing.

Keshena x