I always add 3 stamps to my return 9x12 envelopes just to be safe.

A 9X12 envelope is at LEAST 0.88 in stamps. That covers the cost of one ounce, which is about what a 8X10 would weigh in the envelope. If they add cardboard or anything else it would be more (1.05 for 2 ounces, 1.22 for 3). I usually just put the 0.88, but sometimes if I don't send a SASE, they put 3 .44 stamps on it--to be on the safe side, I assume.

Hope this helped.

BossC

FYI "manila" is just an envelope that is a light brown finish (usually made from manila hemp) and can come in many sizes

I always take my stuff to the post office and send from there. I just don't trust that the mail carrier would handle the envelope as carefully as I would. I also use the scale in the lobby to make sure I have the appropriate postage, both for the outer envelope and the SASE, before I send it off. Sometimes I even take the package to the clerk and pay for postage at the counter so that I can save my stamps for future SASEs. It all depends on how long the line is and/or how patient I am at the time. Or which direction the wind is blowing.

thanks. can the mail carried take them to the PO to mail them then instead of goign to the PO yourself? Thanks a bunch!

When I send out 9x12 SASE's I just add two .44 cent stamps and I always get them back. So yes, .88 will do it.

RYAN J.

Does Anyone know how much does it cost to mail out a Manila envelope? I've always had it be at least $1 but USPS(as we went to the USPS site and found out it's 88 cents) and myself are convinced its 88 cents. And I know it depends on weight but am curious. So does anyone know as this is my first time doing SASE with larger envelopes. thanks!