Flat Rate Envelopes Denied!
02-03-2011, 04:31 PM
#101
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Originally Posted by frugalfabrics
I never cared for the cardboard FREs...I could only get 3-4 yards in them.
I can get more in the padded FREs - 7yds was my best one. I can easily get 5-6 without fighting with the envelope.
I can get more in the padded FREs - 7yds was my best one. I can easily get 5-6 without fighting with the envelope.
02-03-2011, 05:34 PM
#102
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Originally Posted by LovinMySoldier
Originally Posted by frugalfabrics
what state are you in
Thanks for the heads up!
02-03-2011, 07:14 PM
#105
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I guess it depends on where you go. I've sent a tube of toothpaste in one before. There is a PO in our local grocery store and the person who works there is a quilter. She loves to help me! :)
I don't worry about taping the envelopes though because that adhesive is so strong! I just make sure the items inside are protected if necessary.
I don't worry about taping the envelopes though because that adhesive is so strong! I just make sure the items inside are protected if necessary.
02-03-2011, 09:10 PM
#108
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I live in northern WA state, and they wouldn't let me send fabric in the flat rate envelopes any more either, because of bulging. They also showed me that flat rate envelopes have to be flat, and not have an uneven shape. I was always told before that if it fits, it ships. Sending packages or bulky envelopes through the mail has become very expensive!
02-03-2011, 10:08 PM
#110
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I find it amazing how the post offices differ in their 'regulations' .. I have no problems with bulging, wonky, heavy flat rate envelopes at my post office and believe you me, Ive send some doozies that were ready to pop at any given moment. And it still shipped!!!! All she said was 'if it fits, it ships!' I cant complain here all my stuff goes out.. However my postmaster, She recommends you ask for your local postmaster and bring it to their attention..
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