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What is the correct way to send out boxed invitations? Do you put them in a large white envelope, wrap in brown packing paper and address or send them out via courier? I know they’ll be beautiful once opened, but how can they look nice when being mailed too?

Thanks!
Nicole

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Hi Nicole,

A boxed invitation can mail all on it’s own, without an outer envelope or extra packaging. As long as the box is sturdy, it’s properly sealed, properly labelled, and it meets the size requirements of the Postal Service, you can drop it right in the big blue mailbox around the corner.

I like to seal my boxed invites with a long label that’s at least 2″ wide. It needs to wrap all the way around the box to seal it securely, and you can use the front of the label as a spot to address your invites. You can address the label as you would any invitation, there’s no need for bar codes or special stickers.

To qualify for the First Class mail rate, packages can be no smaller than 3″ x 5″ and can weigh no more than 13 oz. To calculate the rate for mailing your boxes, log on to http://postcalc.usps.gov/. Prices vary from around $1.30 to around $2.50. The rate depends on weight, and not distance. I would recommend using Airmail or another service when mailing to international guests. The requirements can vary according to country, so make sure to send those off from the Post Office.

You can see an image of this technique in action here. I hope that helps!

Mackenzie
www.kenziekate.com