Make your own civil war envelopes! Click on the links below to get to a full page pattern. Print out the pages, cut them out, and use glue or tape to make them into envelopes. We've designed the size of the envelope so that it will fit on one standard letter page (8.5 x 11"). If you find that the envelope doesn't fit on the page or is too small, adjust the percent enlargement or reduction in your print preferences menu.

• Go to the Civil War Covers Digital Collection

Now you can print out pages with these images on them. Cut and fold along the lines as indicated, and you have your very own Civil War style envelope. Write letters to your friends and use an historical envelope— a real piece of americana— that you have made yourself

Death to Traitors Go to the full size image to see how the artist used soldiers, and other props to make the letters!		Jefferson Davis Going and Returning from War Turn the letter upside down and his face changes into something uncomplimentary.
The Lock and Key A bayonet is the key, go to full size image and see what is written on the lock.		Southern Honor This bugle blowing bug is carrying a banner with the word "HUM".

These projects are designed for children ten and up. Younger children may also enjoy them but may need some help.