Link: http://talk.lcipaper.com/b2evolution/index.php/2006/07/21/i_would_like_to_print_my_own_invitations
Printing envelopes can sometimes be a bit tricky. It is always suggested to use test stock before actually using your purchased stock. This will give you the opportunity to format exactly the way that you intend for the invitations/envelopes to be printed. Try cutting blank sheets of paper to the actual size of the stock being imprinted. Once you have the copy simulated the way you wish on your test stock you are ready for the real run.
Since there is such a variation of printers out on the market these days, each one of them may have there own uniqueness in its ability to load paper/envelopes for printing. The printers that I highly recommend are those that either feed from the back of the printer with a straight pass through, or those that feed from a vertical (with some slant) standing tray, feeding down and out. These will have less stress on the paper, as well as the printer. Canon, Epson & Lexmark are very good printers to consider in this regard.
If you are considering printing on the back flap, there are several possible ways that come to mind.
(1) You may choose to print with the flap closed so that the flap feeds into the printer first
(2) You may choose to print with an open flap with the base of the envelope feeding through the printer first.
The best way for printing on an envelope will be contingent upon what type of printer you have, and what is best suited for the envelope as it relates to that printer. Testing is ultimately the most important advice we can give.
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