Based on our record, Postcrossing seems to be a lot more popular than Elgg. While we know about 12 links to Postcrossing, we've tracked only 1 mention of Elgg. We are tracking product recommendations and mentions on various public social media platforms and blogs. They can help you identify which product is more popular and what people think of it.
Maybe something like ELGG could be a base depending on your skills. I still was unhappy with that and started down a custom route but stagnated due to the time sink. Source: over 1 year ago
I just signed up for this! super duper excited!! what are some tips on mailing or nice things that you guys have received/sent? I want to share the joy! have you ever met with anyone that you've sent a postcard to? is that weird? lol. I just got my first 5 names from postcrossing.com and noticed that 2 of them are from countries I will be visiting soon. I thought it would be interesting to say "hi" at the... Source: about 1 year ago
In terms of handwriting Eastern Europeans tend to have a very close and slanted handwriting that slants to the right with very hard strokes from top to bottom. Germans for example, in my opinion from years of exchanging postcards with strangers thru the site postcrossing.com have a very angry handwriting; it's like you can feel they're yelling at you just by their hand writing. Source: over 1 year ago
Join Postcrossing! I had a silly number of postcards collected over the years and a book of stamps specifically from voting last time. Super fun little hobby and a good way to use them up! Source: over 1 year ago
You might find it helpful to take a look at r/RandomActsofCards, r/penpals, r/penpalsover30, r/fountainpenpals, or Postcrossing. Random Acts of Cards, in particular, is a really lovely supportive community, but be warned that, while it’s certainly possible to keep expenses very low, it’s also fairly easy to fall into wanting a mountain of stationery yourself so it’s best to be aware of and set limits if you decide... Source: over 1 year ago
Messaged! Ohh dont be!! Sign up at postcrossing.com and postcardunited.com. Source: over 1 year ago
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