Fairly new to masks and want to know how best to mail them

[Former_Member]

What do y'all suggest in terms of packaging?

[Former_Member]

Double boxing always works... I recommend it highly...

[Former_Member]

Thank you! In terms of pricing, what's the cheapest way to ship?

[artisanmaskers]

I wrap our masks in tissue paper and then stuff the box (lightly) with crumpled newspaper so there is no shifting around. Also, be sure to use good quality boxes. (I do reuse boxes sometimes, but only if they are not beat up to the point of being "unsound.") We've never had problems with damage since I hit on our current method of packaging.

As for shipping, I prefer USPS to FedEx, etc., because of cost, as well as service. I alternate between First Class and Priority; both are affordable and I use Priority when I need it to get there just a touch faster, or when the package is too large to go First Class. I have had people request/use Overnight shipping, but it's pricey, so I only do it on request.

Good luck! :D

[DaraGallery]

Cheapest - First class or parcel post but you won't get insurance or tracking. I recommend USPS Priority Mail. I use their regular boxes - not their "flat rate" boxes as masks tend to be light so you make out better weighing them, especially if shipping to areas near you. You can order 10 or 25 for free online from the PO and they'll ship them to you! I also do the box in a box thing for safety, but offer a non inner box alternative as the inner box can add $2 to 4 postage costs. If no inner box then lots of tissue paper and bubble wrap.

[Former_Member]

I use USPS Priority mail for all the reasons Dara mentioned above.