Depends on the items mostly but I try to stick with USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes whenever possible. Saves time, money and aggravation. Otherwise, if sending something a bit bulky, I'll go onto the USPS website and start creating a shipping label for the item (you'll need to know the dimensions and weight of the item/s) and will pick the furthest zone available without going into airmail or international. This at least gives me an idea of the most it could cost me. Allows me to average shipping prices better. Good luck!