How to Make a Record Mailer

Measure the record sleeve with the tape measure, if your record has a sleeve. If not, place the record on a doubled layer of tissue paper and fold the paper so the record is covered completely, making something similar to a record sleeve. Tape or fold the edges of the tissue paper closed. Write down the measurement of the sleeve.

Mark a line on the cardboard matching the both the length and width of the record sleeve. Mark at least an inch beyond that for your cut marks for both length and width. Using the straightedge and a pen, draw lines across the cardboard at the new outer markings. Cut the cardboard on this line using the utility knife. Use the straightedge as a guide to help cut a straight line.

Cut a second piece of cardboard to match the first piece. Wrap the record sleeve (or tissue paper sleeve) in newspaper to help protect the sleeve and record. Place the wrapped record between the cardboard sheets, making a "sandwich." Tape the sandwich securely closed on all sides with packing tape.

Address the package. Write "Fragile: Do Not Bend" on the package. Ship the package choosing your preferred mailing method.