If you’ve started researching how to mail your wedding invitations, you may have come across the term "hand-cancelling." But what does it actually mean? And do you need to request it for your invitations?
Hand-cancelling refers to the process where a postal worker manually marks each envelope to cancel the postage, rather than sending it through an automated machine. This method helps prevent your beautifully addressed envelopes from being damaged during processing.
Wedding invitations often include special touches like wax seals, ribbons, or layered designs that standard mail just doesn’t. Automated machines aren’t always gentle with these unique elements and can crumple corners or even rip open envelopes.
Hand-cancelling reduces this risk by treating each envelope with extra care. While it may cost a bit more and take a little extra time, it ensures your invitations arrive in pristine condition!
Browse our page to see add-ons for wax seals, ribbons, and more.
Not all post offices offer hand-cancelling services, so it’s best to call ahead and confirm. Explain that your envelopes are for a wedding and they’re often happy to help for the special occasion!
Some post offices may allow you to stamp the envelopes yourself using their hand-cancelling stamp. This is a fun way to stay involved in the process while ensuring everything is handled the way you want.
Your invitations deserve to arrive exactly as beautiful as the day they were designed. At Julia Kay Design, we guide you through every detail so the entire experience feels as special as the celebration itself. Browse our invitation shop to find your perfect suite, or get in touch to start something completely custom.
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