How do you ship things cheaply?

[jec2]

Hi all,

I've sold a few things on e-bay and am actually stunned at how pricey things are to ship.

My Combi US (2 lbs) diaper bag is $7.50 via parcel post as quoted from the UPS Store & via UPS the cost would be $8.70. Is this the reality of shipping or is there a cheaper way to do this?

Also, where can I find those gray-ish/silvery bags in which a lot of WAHMs ship there goods? Can I buy those somewhere?

Thanks,

Juliet

[pritchettzoo]

I've found that Fed Ex Ground is cheaper for items over 2 lbs. Also, going through the UPS Store will incur an upcharge. Check the UPS site directly.

I dunno about the silvery bags. I'd suggest emailing a WAHM who uses them and asking her.

Oh, and shipping charges are going up quickly due to the price of gas...

Anna
Mama to Gracie (9/16/03)

[mattiew]

I've found the good old U.S. Postal Service is usually very reasonable. You can go to their website and check rates; if you use priority mail they will supply the large shipping bag/envelope. I think some people get the mailing bags you are talking about at office supply stores.

Good luck!
Carrie