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Printed Letter in Handwritten #10 Envelope Design Specs & Template Guide

October 1, 2025
By:
Brandon
⏱️ 2 minutes

Overview

A full-size printed letter delivered in a hand-addressed #10 envelope with a real stamp. Use this format when you want a personal, high-trust mailer that still gives you room for longer copy, pricing details, or a formal proposal. The envelope is handwritten and stamped; the insert is a standard 8.5" × 11" printed sheet.

Typical Use Cases

  • Quotes, proposals, and cost breakdowns
  • Donation appeals and membership renewals
  • High-ticket sales follow-ups and introductions
  • Service estimates and policy updates
  • Personalized win-back or VIP outreach

Product Details

  • Dimension: 8.5" × 11" (letter insert)
  • Handwritten Text Length: N/A (insert is printed)
  • Envelope: Handwritten #10
  • Stamp: Real stamp

Design Dimensions

These specs keep your layout clean after print and folding. You do not need to add fold marks; we handle folding in production.

| Design Area | Dimensions | Notes | | ---------------- | ------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Full Bleed | N/A | Letters are printed with standard white margins; no edge-to-edge bleed. | | Trim Zone | 8.5" x 11" | Final size of the letter insert. | | Safe Zone | 8.0" x 10.5" | Keep all text, signatures, logos, and QR codes at least 0.25" from every edge. | | Fold Lines | ~3.67" & ~7.33" from top | Standard tri-fold to fit a #10 envelope; avoid placing critical elements on these lines. | | Envelope (outer) | #10 (4.125" x 9.5") | For reference only; address and stamp are handwritten on the envelope. |

Product Specs

| Specs | Details | | ------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Insert Printing | Full-color print on 8.5" x 11" letter sheet | | Personalization | Merge fields supported (e.g., {First Name}, {Company}, custom values) | | Envelope | Hand-addressed #10 with real stamp | | Addressing | Recipient & return address handwritten; no envelope artwork required | | QR / Codes | Allowed on the insert; keep within the safe zone | | Handwritten Length | N/A — insert is printed (handwriting is on the envelope only) |

Quick Reference

  • Insert Size: 8.5" × 11"
  • Safe Zone: 0.25" margins on all sides
  • Fold: Tri-fold to #10 (no fold marks needed)
  • Envelope: Handwritten #10 with real stamp
  • Personalization: Merge fields supported on the printed letter

Download the Design Template

Use the Canva template with pre-set page size and guides.

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Need Help?

If you want us to review your layout or set up merge fields, reach out and we’ll double-check everything before production.

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