Learn from our articles, guides, and tips on how to ship items and how to pack them so they arrive in good condition.
The USB flash drive is an efficient and portable method of storing data. They enable you to transfer all your data from one computer to another very easily. It predominantly replaces the formerly used and bulky options like DVDs, CD-ROMs, and floppy discs. These flash drives store an incredibly large amount of information depending on […]
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Shipping books through standard mail can get very expensive. Here’s how to ship a book without breaking the bank: send it through Media Mail! Here are practical tips on how to properly pack and ship a book via USPS Media Mail: Place the book inside a large mailer or a shipping envelope (preferably with bubble
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Fresh crawfish makes the best craw fish dishes. And nothing can beat a live craw fish when it comes to freshness! You can give friends and love ones the taste of this Southern seafood delicacy by shipping them live craw fish. There are available frozen craw fish meat in supermarkets but these are considered inferior
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Shipping a wrist watch is a pretty simple task. Whether sending it to a repair center, a buyer, or as a gift, it can be done without any problems. However, extra precautions must be undertaken in packaging the watch to avoid scratches and other damages as well as to keep it safe from the sticky
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Want to surprise someone living in a place where watermelons are non-existent? You can do that by sending him/her with a plump and juicy watermelon via the mail! Here’s how you can ship a watermelon anywhere without worrying that it might arrive nothing more than a disgusting pulp. You can also use this technique for
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Just like any other bulky and heavy items, shipping a wheelchair can be tricky and expensive. Shipping a motorized wheelchair will be more expensive than shipping the regular folding ones. It is a good idea to compare prices between the post office and other shipping services first as prices vary based on the weight of
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You want to surprise a loved one who is stationed somewhere overseas with his favorite beef jerky. It wouldn’t be a problem as long as you have his APO (Army or Air Force Post Office) address. A package of beef jerky or any other stuff that he likes would surely delight him. Beef jerky and
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Boiled peanuts are popular snacks in the Southeastern United States, where peanuts are often harvested. Boiled peanuts are prepared by boiling raw peanuts in a brine mixture while remaining in the shell. After boiling, peanuts become highly perishable and can spoil in the heat. Thus, shipping boiled peanuts require some special precaution in packing to
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The secret to successfully shipping a pair of jeans without spending too much is by sending it through USPS Priority Mail. The USPS just gives away envelopes, labels, and stickers for free. All you have to pay for is the flat rate shipping fee! The jeans must be properly packed into a flat rate USPS
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It may look tedious to ship window blinds because of their length but with the proper know-how, it is just a breeze to send them out. There are many available boxes that can accommodate long and skinny items such as window blinds. You can purchase these boxes in most shipping supplies stores. Here’s how you
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Glass ornaments add special brilliance and sparkle to a tree during Christmastime. Antique and heirloom glass ornaments can be very expensive. Thus, they must be properly packed and handled when being shipped. The following simple tips on how to properly pack and ship glass tree ornaments will help ensure that they will arrive at their
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Homemade breads make perfect gifts. They contain no chemical preservatives making them healthier but more vulnerable to staleness and spoiling. Thus, shipping freshly baked homemade bread requires a bit more fuss, especially in packaging, as compared to store-bought ones. Here’s how to do it: After baking, take the bread out of the oven and set
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Just like other musical instruments, the accordion is very fragile and requires extra precautions when being packed for shipping. Nonetheless, it can be shipped without any hassle if proper packaging is done. Here’s how to properly pack and ship an accordion to ensure that it arrives without any damage. Clean and inspect the accordion and take
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Everybody is turning “green” these days. We should all do our part making Earth a better place to leave in every aspect of our lives. In packing and shipping items, we can lessen our carbon footprint by using “green packing supplies” or materials that can be reused for packing, or are made from biodegradable materials.
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Trumpets are expensive instruments that should be packed properly before shipping to ensure that it arrives in one piece and makes beautiful music. Below are some easy to follow tips on hoe to properly pack and ship a trumpet. Clean the trumpet and wrap in a thin and soft cloth. Place it inside of its
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Aerosol spray cans containing hazardous materials are prohibited but “consumer commodities” dispensed in this type of container such as dust cleaner, ant killer, paint, window cleaner, or WD-40 can be easily shipped without much restriction. Here are some tips on how to safely and successfully ship aerosol spray cans. Wrap each aerosol can in bubble
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Cannas are large-flowered and bright garden plant. Gardeners love them because they add beauty to a flowerbed at a time when many other perennials are finished blooming. Cannas are closely related to gingers, bananas, marantas and heliconias. They are propagated using their rhizomes, making it easy for garden enthusiasts to swap different varieties via the
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Seahorses are strange and beautiful creatures that make them even more fascinating to humans. They definitely make amazing conversation pieces once inside an aquarium. Sea horses can be shipped through the mail safely as long as you follow precautions properly. Here are some tips on how to pack and ship a sea horse. Only ship
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Although its frosting doesn’t run or gets ruined by the slightest movement, fondant cakes still require utmost care when being shipped. Fondant icing will crack and crumble if handled improperly. Below are some tips on how to pack and ship a fondant cake properly to ensure that it reaches its final destination in one delectable
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Shipping as freight can be the most affordable option when shipping bulky items such as furniture. In freight shipping furniture, shipments that do not take up an entire truckload is referred to as less-than-truckload (LTL) freight. Furniture shipped as LTL freight will share a container with other shipments. LTL freight travels on a hub system,
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