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post Jul 18 2007, 03:55 PM
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I am trying to find the cheapest way to send T-shirts to people. So far I have had no luck finding anything very inexpensive.

Top candidates:
- USPS flat rate envelope if it will fit for $4.60
- USPS flat rate box for 2 or more shirts $8.95

Any info is greatly appreciated (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Jul 18 2007, 05:09 PM
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You can lie and call it media mail. Technically, it is something to read, it's just printed on cloth. Way cheaper.
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post Jul 18 2007, 06:13 PM
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QUOTE(sww914 @ Jul 18 2007, 04:09 PM) *

You can lie and call it media mail. Technically, it is something to read, it's just printed on cloth. Way cheaper.


This is true but I think that the PO reserves the right to make media mail take as long as they want. I think that Priority is the best way to go. I find most people do not mind paying Priority mail as long as you do not sit on the order for 3 or 4 days or more. BTW, check and see what 2 shirts would be in a regular box or the 'Tyvec' envelope to the west coast. If it is 2.0 pounds or less it should be cheaper to do regular Priority than to do the Flat rate box. If it is 2 pounds 1 ounce or more it is better to use the flat rate box, by my quick calculations with the usps shipping calculator. Check it with my zip as I am on the west coast. 93420

BTW, I got a single t-shirt from dlo in one of the tyvec envelopes and it did just fine. Those envelopes are impossible to rip.

And, isn't there a flat rate envelope for $4.60?? can't you cram 2 shirts in that. Sweet talk the lady at the PO and tell her that you are going to be doing a lot of Priority shipping and get her to give you a roll or 2 of the priority tape. That way you can make sure the flat rate envelope does not bust open.

Also Dr. you could go to the dude at the PO and tell him you are a docter and try and sweet talk him.

WOW, that took me 20 minutes to compose (IMG:style_emoticons/default/alfred.gif)


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post Jul 18 2007, 06:28 PM
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I'm the Cap'n, and I have a Hawaiian shirt problem ................. Some of the E-bay sellers who've enabled my problem have sent them first class mail in those padded mailer bags. I'd look into them, if I were you. The Cap'n
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post Jul 18 2007, 06:31 PM
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Whatever the cost comes out to be, I dont think anyone is going to care what the shipping is on these way cool Evil Tees.....

Most of my tees show up in a tyvec USPS priority envelope.
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post Jul 18 2007, 08:03 PM
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just go with the flat-rate envelope, and tape the crap out of it...the strapping tape (tape with fibers in it) goes for like $2 (?) at my local drugstore...stuffs hard to rip off....u shouldnt have a problem...Lets get these tee's rolling, before I leave for vacation (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) -JON
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post Jul 18 2007, 08:10 PM
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I shipped the CAMP 914 race T shirts recently, and they went out in regular envelopes. You really aren't going to be able to save much withthe USPS. Thye have their weights and sizes and thats what you pay.
I do my labels at home on the computer with the help of stamps.com. It is much easier than going to the PO and standing in line.
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post Jul 18 2007, 08:20 PM
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FedEx is typically cheaper than UPS. Those big padded envelopes should be fine for shirts, probably get them cheapest at an office supply store.
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post Jul 18 2007, 08:29 PM
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Mike,

I ship alot of software via USPS. I use the priority mail flat rate envelope. If you are going to accept this payment via PayPal they have a built in shipping label with USPS.
once you receive the payment you can print out the label. NO TYPING / WRITING LABELS. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

you can sign up with USPS online with a credit card and have them ship you the envelopes and supplies at no charge.

The cost is the same as the USPS site and/or the Post Office.

you can use printer sticky labels you can peel and stick. I think UPS has some sticky printer labels.

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post Jul 18 2007, 10:50 PM
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Great ideas folks! I will look into the envelope size tomorrow and hopefully will have a set price. I am trying like hell to keep the cost per shirt at $20 shipped. Worst case it will be $25....but I am frugal and dont like over charging (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)
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post Jul 18 2007, 11:11 PM
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Mike,
1 shirt in a yellow envelope will cost $2.31-2.55 USPS (depending on size)

2 shirts are best crammed into their priority envelope and will ship at their flat rate, $4.85?

If you take all of your envelopes to the post office, they will weigh them for you and tell you your cheapest option for shipping (parcel post, priority, etc)

If you know your weights, you can prcie everything on their website
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post Jul 18 2007, 11:35 PM
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I have a scale so that is not a problem. Their flat rate envelope is $4.60. I will have to see how much a yellow envelope will cost to buy. Wal-mart has stuff for cheap as far as shipping supplies.
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post Jul 18 2007, 11:38 PM
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If you are shipping more than one shirt, the USPS priority envelopes are free.

I don't know how much yellow envelopes cost, but I'm sure they're cheap. They're even cheaper when you get them from your office (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ph34r.gif)
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post Jul 18 2007, 11:50 PM
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No tango oficina. I am wondering if ONE shirt will fit in the priority envelope. I'll take pics (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) Also, the long sleeve base ball Ts will be bulkier.
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post Jul 18 2007, 11:52 PM
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I fit 2 XLs in one envelope (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Jul 18 2007, 11:55 PM
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doesn't the med skool mail room have a bunch of DHL or FedEx padded envelopes at their respective Kiosks? I know that EVERY loading dock with one in Downtown Seattle has them FOR FREE Wink WINK! Some Kinkos have them gratis as well.

I SO need one of these t shirts and some evil werks cv bolts (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Jul 19 2007, 12:34 AM
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Sounding good, tomorrow will yield data.

Dino, I got what you need! Order thread will be started when I get a total (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Jul 19 2007, 01:06 PM
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OK, the verdict is in and the flat rate envelope DOES fit 2 large T-shirts, but it is a hell of a tight fit and I dont know if the long sleeve ones will fit. I am confident enough to start taking orders though. See new thread.

Thanks for all of the help with this! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)
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post Jul 19 2007, 09:55 PM
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These are great envelopes. Just received two t shirts from the LA roadster show today.
http://www.uline.com/ProductDetail.asp?mod...dkeywords=s3354
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