I've used USPS and UPS...several years ago, I shipped 3 quilts to my DDIL by UPS, insured for the cost of fabrics, and extra for my time...she had friends who had had tripletts..the box was delievered to their front step...but was then stolen...It took a couple of weeks, but I did get my money back from UPS..the whole amount that I had insured the package for...then had to scramble to remake all 3 quilts...I now ship only to an address where someone will be there to get the package...and sign for it!!!