the B stands for Bubble. You may want to read the link below that goes into more detail on how SASBE works.

Here is a link that might be useful: SASBE details

Hi Ladycraft,

Welcome to The Seed Exchange.

Yes, you belong here as there are several offers of seeds for postage you may be interested in replying to. I just now posted an offer of some seeds (BEAP...bubble envelope and postage.)

I see you have no email link on your member page...and no wish list of seeds posted. You might want to check out this thread Addressing newbie and newer member issues It addresses the importance of having a wish list of seeds posted on your trade page, particularly if you respond to offers of seeds for postage (SASE, SASBE, which are actually BEAP-bubble envelope and postage)offers.

Sue...resident busy body

Ok, It is easy when you know the answer. Thanks for making me feel welcome. I have added my email and will work on my want list. I printed off the link you added Sue and will read it carefully. I attempted to start a bunch of seeds this year and the majority of them died. I think they might of been to wet. I will try again.
Kathy

Err...one more pesky question tacked on this? I'm a brand new reader on this list. How many seeds do people typically want when they ask for trade? Is that a dumb question? Would it be like a whole package of store bought seeds?

Grace,
Carolyn P.

Welcome!! You might want to check out the winter sowing forum. I had good results with my first try at it last winter, and I am looking forwards to doing it again this winter. So much fun!!

I read the link that Sue posted and have another question. Is the bubble envy sent inside another or is it sent, opened and resealed? Kathy

How many seeds do people typically want when they ask for trade?
It is usually 'assumed' that there will be about 25 seeds...the standard for most seeds.

Many things are regularly traded in much smaller quantities, and are often noted on the member's trade page, or in their post.
A couple of things that are often traded in lesser quantities, are
tomatoes,
peppers
maybe tree seeds
maybe shrubs-(who really needs 25 lilacs?)
morning glories
sweet peas,
specialty seeds, or more expensive commercially bought seeds
and I'm sure there are numerous others.

Communication is key...so the trader knows just what they are getting for sure. Many members send a LOT more than 25 seeds, but that is usually when they have a ton of a particular variety that they want/need to get shared b4.

Taken from the FAQ here....
How many seeds are considered a 'fair' trade?

A fair trade is whatever you and the other trader agree to. Generally, two to three dozen seeds should be enough to ensure germination and growth of a satisfying number of plants. However, the most certain way to assure both parties will be satisfied is to discuss quantities when negotiating the trade.

All the Seed Exchange FAQ that need some updating as far as postage costs. I will get to that in time.

Sue

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ladycraft
I have made many trades using bubble and I send the bubble envelope along with stamps for return postage inside and include a large label with my address to be pasted on the outside of the bubble env. I sent.

I don't always get my own envelope back.That's up to the person sending. The important thing is to protect seeds that need it and to replace the envelope that the giver is sending. They don't want their precious seeds they saved smashed.

Some seeds don't need a bubble (like tomato seeds) but again that's up to the seed-giver. If they want a bubble you need to send one.

Good luck. I've gotten some wonderful seeds from generpous GW'ers. Only been burned once. That's life.