Postage Paid Stamps as an Alternative to Traditional Stamps: Did You Know You Can Create Your Own Original Design?

2015.09.09 published

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Do You Know "Postage Due Mail"?

When sending letters, such as wedding invitations, do you know that there is a method called "Postage Due Mail" aside from using stamps?

@_yurie07_wedding

What is "Postage Due Mail"?

Postage Due Mail is a method used when sending out more than 10 envelopes at once.

It is a system where you can send mail without putting stamps on the envelopes by paying the postage in bulk at the post office.

This is when you have the post office stamp your envelopes instead of using stamps!

@tobe.wd1130

The Biggest Advantage is the Original Postage Due Mail Mark*

While not having to put a stamp on each envelope is attractive, the biggest point is that as long as you follow the rules, you can design your own postage due mark to your liking ♡

It’s perfect for brides-to-be who want to enhance the completeness of their invitations, especially if they feel that conventional celebration stamps do not match the invitation's atmosphere or if they dislike having the date mark (cancellation) stamped on it...

Increasing Number of Brides-to-Be Creating Original Postage Due Mail Logos♡

Creating original postage due marks as a substitute for commercially available stamps is currently a hot topic＊ Brides who want to pay attention to the details should definitely check this out ♡

Rules for Creating a Postage Due Mail Mark＊

There are two rules when designing a postage due mail mark. ① The shape should be a circle or square within 2 to 3 centimeters＊ ② You must include the words "Postage Due Mail" in the upper half ♩ The lower half can have any design as long as it's not a proper noun like a name, which allows for high creative freedom, making it fun to think of original designs ♩

Printing or Stamping is OK◎

There are two ways to create a postage due mark ♩ You can either create it on a computer and print it out, or create an original stamp for stamping＊ It can be monochrome or in color!

Here are some stylish designs for postage due marks ♩

Postage Due Mail Mark ① Illustration

The most orthodox design is a combination of illustrations and text＊

A simple picture, along with messages like "Wedding Invitation" or "Be Our Guest" is a classic for invitations.

Just text works too♡

Postage Due Mail Mark ② Photo

Here, the mark features a photo of the couple ♩ Let’s show off your happiness through the invitations♡ Using pre-wedding photos is also a great idea＊

You can make it very cute by trimming the photo while embedding it into the shape on a computer♡ Some brides are even using photo collage apps to create it＊

Other Ideas for Postage Due Mail Marks ♩

One idea is to attach a hologram sheet to the postage due mail mark. When the angle changes, it shines in seven colors, surprising everyone.

This was DIY-ed using the familiar Aone label maker 28812 that can be purchased at electronic retail stores like Bic Camera.

@kana3co

Make Your Invitations More Original ♡

It’s very convenient because you don’t need to put stamps when sending out many invitations, and you also get to create an original logo, making it stylish＊ Since the process isn't complicated, even busy brides-to-be can easily take on "creating postage due mail marks" ♡

Create a postage due mail mark that reflects your style and deliver wonderful invitations to your guests♩

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