- 1). Make printable envelopes using common word processing and desktop publishing programs, such as Microsoft Word, to print addresses and graphics directly on store-bought envelopes. Word offers several styles and formats of envelopes. Create and save them as templates for repeated use.
- 2). Find the Word envelope function by choosing to create a new document. Go to the right-side menu and choose "On my computer" from the Templates portion of the menu. An Envelope Wizard under letters and faxes guides you through creating the printable envelopes you need. Be sure to pay attention to the printer guidelines in the Envelope Wizard for correct insertion of the size and type of envelope you have.
- 3). Use sites such as empapers.com to find templates to make printable envelopes you cut out, fold and glue or tape together. These sites offer plain, undecorated templates that you download to your computer. Once downloaded, personalize them to suit your needs using your desktop publishing program. Print the templates on colored cardstock and decorate with scrapbooking materials for a crafty approach.
- 4). Use sites such as the Canon and American Greetings sites listed in resources to find printable envelopes for all occasions. They offer envelope templates to cut and glue together preprinted with many unique designs for all occasions. The Canon site offers matching stationery templates to go along with the envelopes, as well. The envelopes at both sites are suitable for personal or business use.
- 5). Use a site such as printpicnic.com to find printable envelopes. Printpicnic offers a large variety of free print projects from invitations to greeting cards. Many of the projects provide free printable envelopes to match the card or invitation. Use the separate envelope categories to find suitable envelopes for your needs.
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