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Jan 12, 2013, 04:12 PM
weakestlink
Stuck Envelopes
How can I un-stick envelopes. I tried the freezer trick, but it didn't work.
Jan 12, 2013, 04:36 PM
conrad
So.....are these just empty/unused envelopes, that maybe got stored where there was high humidity?
If they are...TOSS them out!
Jan 12, 2013, 05:29 PM
still tryin
You need steam to unstick the envelopes. I used to open sealed envelopes with steam when I was nosey child. The steam doesn't destroy the glue and you can reglue the envelopes. If you don't want to spend a lot of time over a steaming pot or tea kettle try a steam iron or microwave oven with a cup of water in it.
Jan 13, 2013, 11:48 PM
Kathy_in_wlsv
slit them with a letter opener then reseal with tape or glue when you use them.


Life is GOOD!!
Jan 14, 2013, 10:39 AM
Froo Froo
quote:
Originally posted by still tryin:
You need steam to unstick the envelopes. I used to open sealed envelopes with steam when I was nosey child. The steam doesn't destroy the glue and you can reglue the envelopes. If you don't want to spend a lot of time over a steaming pot or tea kettle try a steam iron or microwave oven with a cup of water in it.
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This response cracked me up Smile, but I agree that the steam method is probably your best bet.

Then again, you can find inexpensive envelopes in a dollar store.

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Jan 14, 2013, 12:22 PM
weakestlink
They are for greeting cards, so are a special size, not regular business size.
Jan 14, 2013, 04:09 PM
Froo Froo
Ah.