February 2010 Doll Quilt Swap
#62
There's nothing special about shipping internationally. You package the same and the USPS ships by weight. First class international mail ships up to 3 lbs. After 3 lbs. the rates get pricey. Most of the quilts weigh less than a pound though. You can get an estimate of international postage costs at: http://ircalc.usps.gov/
For example, my January quilt weighs 6 oz. packaged. If I send it to California it will cost $2.07. If I send it to Italy or China it will cost $5.64. Not a huge difference.
For example, my January quilt weighs 6 oz. packaged. If I send it to California it will cost $2.07. If I send it to Italy or China it will cost $5.64. Not a huge difference.
#65
Originally Posted by Ms Grace
Chele,
Are there any special forms or anything for mailing internationally?
Are there any special forms or anything for mailing internationally?
#66
Don't forget on the customs forms...you need to have a low declared value, otherwise, recipients are taxed on their "gift". Especially Canada. I just write the value at $20.00 when I ship out of the country.
#67
Originally Posted by sewjoyce
Originally Posted by Ms Grace
Chele,
Are there any special forms or anything for mailing internationally?
Are there any special forms or anything for mailing internationally?
:lol: :roll: Um, well that might be a problem at my little biddy post office.
They'll probably have to call Postal headquarters in Washington DC for help!!!! :lol:
#68
Originally Posted by Esqmommy
Don't forget on the customs forms...you need to have a low declared value, otherwise, recipients are taxed on their "gift". Especially Canada. I just write the value at $20.00 when I ship out of the country.
Good tip! :D
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Originally Posted by Esqmommy
Don't forget on the customs forms...you need to have a low declared value, otherwise, recipients are taxed on their "gift". Especially Canada. I just write the value at $20.00 when I ship out of the country.
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