When should I switch from handmade to professionally printed envelopes?

The tipping point is usually somewhere between 25 and 50 envelopes. Below that, handmade is manageable. Above it, the hours add up fast and professional printing saves serious time without giving up quality.

• Switch once you are making more than roughly 25 to 50 envelopes for a single project.
• Switch when you need consistent color and alignment across every piece.
• Switch when you want finishes like full-color designs, foil, or custom sizes on a range of paper stocks.
• Switch when a deadline makes hand assembly too risky.