In these modern times, handwritten notes make for a particularly gracious gesture, which is why it’s always good to have stationery at the ready. To give plain note cards a custom touch, raid the refrigerator drawer for a head of celery. Yes, you read that right—the watery vegetable is good for more than just ants on a log and lending crunch to a crudité platter.
When you slice the bottom off the head, the shape mimics that of garden roses! (File that under: “Who knew?!”) When dipped into a stamp pad, you can use celery to make everything from stationery to pretty tea towels. Here’s how to do the former:
Step 1: Cut 2 to 3 inches off the bottom of a head of celery.
Step 2: Pat the cut end dry with a paper towel.
Step 3: Press the cut end on a stamp pad—choose a classic rose color like yellow or pink, or opt for a personal favorite shade.
Step 4: Place the cut end onto the blank note card, tapping the root side to help make an even print.
Step 5: Once dry, add a sweet greeting.
