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Check with the post office, they have size regulations on the postcards and what can and cant be on it. Try usps.com, they list everything there. I would think it would be fine, since most postcards are 4x6. The photo might get scratched in the process if its not finished properly.
I was having the same debate with our save-the-dates! I think I decided on envelopes, just for extra security. But if you have a thick paper stock, then I'm sure it'd be fine. We're doing our RSVP cards as postcards without envelopes.
I think the photo may get banged up unless it's printed on thicker, post card like paper.
I don't think that pictures would survive the postal machines. Postcards have the thicker cardboard center which keeps them solid and makes sure they don't tear or fall apart. Plus writing on the back of the photo would mark it up.
I agree that the photo may get a little banged up (even if it is on heavier card stock... those mail machines can make things pretty dirty!), but even if you do still decide to go with this method, take the photos to the post office first to make sure they can go through the mail as a post card. There is a certain thickness that is required for post cards and they are quite picky about this.
Definitely go with an envelope to protect the photo.
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To be perfectly honest... my friend just got her cousin's and it was on like 80lb cardstock, designed in photoshop and just printed out, and it got there fine! I wouldn't worry too much. Send a test one to yourself if you're worried.
However, the postcard sizes are usually 4.25 x 6. Hope that helps!
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So, my FI designed a STD using Picasa, as suggested by another bride. It's basically just a 4x6 photo. Now my question is, can we just send it through the mail as is, with proper postage and address on the back? Or would a photo get too trashed in transit?
I ask because I found coupon codes that would allow me to get nearly free regular prints, but the discount would not apply to actual postcards.
I know we always get people's Christmas card photos in the mail, but I can't recall if they usually come in an envelope.