Packaging

how to ship crafts and handmade items
How to Ship Crafts and Handmade Items
Shipping crafts and handmade items effectively is extremely important as you start your business. Learn how here so you can spend more time on your passion.
how to ship dry ice
Can I Ship Dry Ice with USPS?
This quick guide to shipping with dry ice through USPS is a great first step in planning out how you'll ship your frozen products. Learn the basics here!
how to ship fresh produce
How to Ship Fresh Produce
With farm-to-table becoming an increasingly widespread trend, it's important to ship fresh produce quickly and effectively. Learn the ins and outs here!
How to Pack and Ship Pottery
How to Pack and Ship Pottery
Learn about the proper way to pack and ship pottery, how to get the cheapest possible rates, and why insurance is so important for these types of packages.
Learn about the cheapest ways to ship makeup
How to Ship Makeup and Cosmetics
As demand for online beauty brands increases, it's important to find cheap ways to ship makeup. Learn about the best ways to ship out makeup and cosmetics.
A guide to Zero Waste Shipping
A Beginner’s Guide to Zero Waste Shipping
Zero-waste shipping is a growing trend in eCommerce, as we work to save our planet. Learn more about how to begin wasting less and shipping sustainably.
How to ship safely from home
How Do I Ship Safely From Home?
Shipping from home has become increasingly important during the expansion of eCommerce. Learn how to ship safely from home without spending extra money.
ship fire extinguishers with any major carrier
Can I Ship Fire Extinguishers With USPS?
It is indeed legal to ship fire extinguishers with the US Postal Service, and you can use any of their air-based or surface transporation services to do so.
ship cookies and baked goods
The Cheapest Way to Ship Cookies and Baked Goods
The cheapest way to ship cookies & baked goods is USPS First Class Package Service for packages under 1 lb, and Priority Mail Cubic for packages over 1 lb.
Ship meat with USPS
How to Ship Meat and Perishables with USPS
The best way to ship meat and perishables with USPS is to ship them Priority Mail Express, and to make sure you include sufficient cooling packing material.
ship liquids and beverages with USPS to save the most money
The Cheapest Way to Ship Liquids and Beverages
The cheapest way to ship liquids or beverages is to use shipping software that gives you access to discounted USPS mail classes such as Priority Mail Cubic.
ship model rockets and ship toy propellants
Can I Ship Model Rockets and Toy Propellants with USPS?
You can ship model rockets and toy propellants with USPS, but you can only use ground transport services such as Parcel Select Ground and/or Retail Ground.