Shipping Miscellaneous Items

Pram is short for perambulator, a wheeled baby carrier introduced in the Victorian era. Compared to a stroller which carries a child in sitting position, a pram usually has a flat, cushioned bottom which comfortably accommodates a lying or sleeping child who is not yet able to sit up. Built higher and with more space […]

Gift baskets make spectacular presents for any occasion. The possibilities are endless for these baskets of goodies as they can be customized to contain the recipient’s most coveted items. Apart from the usual wines, cheeses, fresh fruits and chocolates, you can create personalized themes for your gift baskets such as bath and spa products for

There is a huge demand for vintage items. Whether clothing, toys, electronics, jewelry, furniture and home-ware, there will always be someone who is on the lookout for these items to add to or complete his/her collection. Many enterprising individuals has taken advantage of the clamor for vintage objects by selling or auctioning their old but

Pressurized gas cylinders filled with hazardous or flammable materials are prohibited from being shipped. When the cylinders are empty, however, there should be no problems shipping them as long as they are completely empty with any prohibited chemicals. Also called tanks or high-pressure vessels, gas cylinders are typically made from steel to withstand the high

Crystals are naturally occurring, solid, inorganic, objects that are formed by a regular repeated pattern of molecules connecting together. Because of this repetitive nature, crystals can take on strange and interesting forms. For centuries, crystals have been considered valuable for their technological, decorative and spiritual qualities. They are also highly collectible for their healing properties.

With news of frauds and scams all over the place, it is quite scary to mail or ship a credit card. However, there are instances when we are left with no choice but to have a credit card sent to us via post or carrier. But with discretion, a valuable item such as a credit

Auctioning or trading luxury goods such as designer handbags, high-end timepieces and jewelry has become a lucrative business to collectors and enthusiasts. While many are apprehensive of using the postal service to send such high value items, it is actually a very economical and safe method of shipping. Here is a step by step guide

A globe, more accurately terrestrial globe or geographical globe, is a three-dimensional scale model of Earth. Traditionally, globes were made from printed paper map glued onto a wooden sphere. Today, globes are usually made from two pieces of printed thermoplastic which are heated using hemispherical molds. The two hemispheres are then joined to form a

Do you have precious metals, such as gold, silver or platinum, that you wish to ship elsewhere? This can be a harrowing task especially if dealing with a sizable and high-value shipment. However, there are ways to prevent theft or loss of your package and ensure that it arrives safely. Here are some tips on

A mannequin is usually an articulated human figure used for displaying or fitting clothing. They are made from a variety of materials, the more popular ones being fiberglass and plastic. Mannequins are commonly seen as in-store displays or window decoration but many online sellers also use them to display their products for their product photos.

A hardbound book, also called hardcover or hardback, is a book with rigid cover typically made of cardboard covered with cloth, or occasionally leather. These books are usually printed on acid-free paper and are much more durable than paperback versions. They are marginally more costly and are usually preferred by serious book collectors. While built

Transporting the body of a loved one who died far away from his/her home can be one of the most harrowing and stressful experiences a family member could face. However, such circumstances do happen and it is best to know what to do to give a departed loved one a dignified and respectful journey to

In gardening, bulbs are plants with a short stem with fleshy leaves or leaf bases that function as food storage organs during dormancy. These plants, which include tulips and lilies, can be propagated using their bulbs. The bulbs also provide a safe method of transporting these plants. However, bulbs, just like any other planting material,

An electric heating pad is a flat flexible pouch containing a series of  heating elements used to ease sore muscles and treat joint pains. The pad is usually made from flame retardant plastic while the heating elements are wired to a small box on the outside that serves as a thermostat. The device is powered

Of all metals, copper is the most effective for cooking. It has superior heat conductivity and distributes heat evenly around the surface of the pan so there is no risk of burning a steak in the center while those nearer the edge remains uncooked. Copper cookware also responds very quickly to changes in temperature, giving

Binoculars are optical instruments used to magnify distant objects. These devices consist of two symmetrical telescopes mounted side by side (one for each eye) and aligned to point accurately in the same direction to give the user a three-dimensional image of the object. A focusing mechanism helps to view objects clearly. The pair of telescopes

A baby bouncer, also called baby rocker, is a device in which an infant may be securely laid to allow parents or care givers to take some rest or do other tasks. The bouncer will respond to the child’s kicks and movements with up-and-down or side-to-side motion which have calming effect. Some bouncers also come

A stylus is a pen-like device used to navigate, write or draw on devices such as smart phones, tablet PCs, touch screen monitors, eBooks, and other touch-sensitive electronic gadgets. It works by conducting electrical current from your hand to the stylus tip and onto the touch screen device. While most touch screen devices are designed