Proper Mailing of Mini Catalogs: Tips and Guidelines

[crunchyconmama]

I weighed the mini catalogs and it seems to be 1 oz or less so I'm just sticking a first class stamp on them. My question is: do I have to tape them shut? If so, should I tape the three open sides or just the longest side? TIA.

 

[candiejayne]

I would just do the longest side, but maybe 2 on it to keep it closed better. are you using tape or those cool little perferated dots for mailings?

 

[DebbieJ]

I would put it in an envelope. The mini catalogs plus an envelope are still under 1 ounce. Otherwise your catalog will be shredded to bits by USPS machines.

 

[crunchyconmama]

I was thinking tape at first but those dots are a good idea. I have some plain ones that I can use. Thanks!

 

[chefann]

Postal regulations state that you must seal all 3 sides with tape or labels. But they'll get torn up. I highly recommend doing what Deb suggested and put them into envelopes. That's why HO designed them the size they are - so they fit into an envelope.

 

[Sheila]

I think the envelopes are more professional.

But if you decide to not use the envelope, you can get the clear perforated dots at stores like Office Depot that they can easily tear without having to destroy the catalog and/or get a knife to open.