Packaging Your Products

Material Best For Notes
Boxes Sturdy and protective Choose a size that is slightly larger than your product.
Mailers Lightweight and affordable Padded mailers are a good option for fragile items.
Tissue Paper Adds a touch of elegance Use to wrap your products before placing them in the box or mailer.
Bubble Wrap Protects fragile items Use to wrap delicate items or fill empty space in a box.

Calculating Shipping Costs

Factor Description
Weight The heavier the package, the more it will cost to ship.
Dimensions The larger the package, the more it will cost to ship.
Destination The farther the package has to travel, the more it will cost to ship.
Shipping Carrier Different carriers offer different rates and services.

Choosing a Shipping Carrier

Carrier Pros Cons
USPS Affordable for lightweight packages Can be slower than other carriers
UPS Reliable and fast Can be more expensive than other carriers
FedEx Fast and reliable Can be more expensive than other carriers