If you are like most people, you may have many different kinds of mailing needs. Sometimes this can present questions or even problems in finding exactly the right type of envelope. Even if you already have a number of different types of envelopes, there are times when square envelopes can be especially useful.

One good use that you may not have thought of is square envelopes are perfect for mailing a child's drawings and artwork. If the youngster makes pictures or watercolors and wants to send them to Grandma and Grandpa, using a square envelope will eliminate the need for extra folding, and therefore the picture will arrive at its destination in nicer, neater condition. This way, your child's special work of art will be in better shape when displayed.

Another way square envelopes can be useful is when you send cards that are in unusual shapes. You can choose a square envelope that is just a little larger than the card for a nice fit, and ease in mailing. With this method you are assured that your card will not be bent, and the envelope will not get torn.

Square envelopes are also ideal if you wish to mail photographs. If you request that they be hand-cancelled at the post office, and label the envelope correctly, your photos will reach their destination in much better shape than if you'd had to squeeze them into a standard envelope.

Square envelopes are generally much more noticeable than standard envelopes, also. When you use these envelopes, especially during the holidays when most people receive a large amount of mail, they will stand out amongst the rest of the mail. If you want your letter or card to be opened first, using a square envelope is a good way to make this likely.

As shape as well as size sometimes results in a little more time in processing, it is a good idea to ask at your post office for their specific policy. Some post offices do not have the necessary equipment to easily process square envelopes, especially if the envelope is much smaller or much larger than standard. This makes hand-cancelling necessary. It need not be a problem if you consider this possibility and check with your post office in advance.

Simply because square envelopes are different from the standard kind of envelopes, you may decide to make this special style a basic part of your correspondence stationery. If so, you can find them in a nice variety of colors to reflect your mood and enhance any occasion! In addition, when you select the right size for your needs, square envelopes will require less folding, so your letters will be easier to send and much nicer to read.

With all of these uses for square envelopes, you can see that it will be quite practical to purchase a supply in a variety of colors and sizes. You will soon see how well they do the job for your mailing, and how often they will come in handy!