Letter writing
Writing letters by hand and posting them to friends and pen pals.
Letter writing
- To start
- $15
- Each month
- $10
- Time
- 1 hour a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- With one other person
Is it for you?
- It slows your head right down.
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to switch off
- You want to make things
- You want to build something of your own
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
What it feels like
Letter writingAverage arts & Expression hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$15Cheaper to start than 72% of hobbies
$10Over a year, more than the kit
$135About $3 an hour at 1 hour a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Write a two-page letter by hand to a friend or a new pen pal and post it with a stamp you like.
30 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does letter writing cost to start?
About $15 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $10 a month once you are going.
How much time does letter writing take?
About 1 hour a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do letter writing at home?
Yes. Fits in a bag.
Is letter writing good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Write a two-page letter by hand to a friend or a new pen pal and post it with a stamp you like.
Do I need other people for letter writing?
You need one other person, like a partner or an opponent.