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How to make an attractive wax seal to your wedding stationery
A wax seal is a great way to personalize any type of wedding stationery. Made of polished wood with turned handles and engraved brass that is deeply engraved, our wax seals make a classic keepsake that will make your day memorable for generations to come.


Wax sealing is been around for a long time, dating to the time of antiquity. It was used during the Middle Ages by monasteries, guilds, and aristocrats to verify documents and were also worn as a signet rings, which was distinctive for each owner. Seals could be printed on the document. They were attached to ribbons or cords by a strip of parchment.


In the Middle Ages wax seals were most often used by monarchs, bishops, and other prominent people. They were used to ensure that a person's identity was recognized as well as to protect against forgeries on official documentation, especially during the period of high literacy.


They also served as a great way to leave a personal message in an era when signing documents was a luxury that was only available to those who were wealthy. The seals could have an initial, a smaller image and were usually worn as a signet ring.


The most popular use of wax seals was to seal an envelope that would preserve the confidentiality of written information and confirm that the enclosed letter was received by its recipient. It was a very popular method as travel and colonization increased during the late 19th century, but the wax seal's use decreased since pre-gummed envelopes were becoming more popular.


If you're interested in knowing how to make a wax seal, the first thing to do is to choose the correct type of wax. There are two types of wax, wickless and traditional.


If you want to use a stick of wax that has a wick, you must hold it in close proximity to the paper. Then, tilt it in the direction of the paper. The the wick will melt and leave an unmelted puddle of wax on the paper. Although it's a simple process to do, it can be challenging to get it right.


To ensure that you don't drop soot into your melted wax mix the puddle thoroughly using the non-wicked end of the stick to take out any air bubbles and to make the puddle even in its thickness. If you don't stir the puddleregularly, it'll be much less dense and likely to break as it melts.


A wickless sticks can be utilized with a lighter to melt the wax. It is possible to burn your fingers when placing it too close to your fingers. This will also allow you to seal your envelope more securely since the puddle is smaller and less prone to leaking.



There are many ways to decorate your wax seal, from powdered colors to dried flowers or even ribbons. If you're looking to spice up a plain letter, a card for congratulation or invitation, a little imagination will give your wax seal the perfect finishing.

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