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capt_noonie · 06-19-2013, 09:02 PM

A lot of people roll the cost of shipping into their product, so when the buyer sees free shipping or very low shipping they are getting a deal. I would really suggest to make your items a bit on the higher end. It is custom afterall. People can tell quality, and don't mind paying a bit extra for it. If you have higher quality, and a bit higher price, you can add your shipping in that, and then offer "free shipping". Even though I've sold a lot online, the shipping cost can still be a deal breaker for me.

Also, since you are shipping doggie clothes which are pretty small, you can probably fit them into a flat rate envelope, and those ship within the US for $4.95 (unless of course they have raised the rate AGAIN since I last used one). The flat rate envelopes don't have to be literally flat. As long as they close the way they are supposed to, you can use the flat rate envelope. Only use the flat rate box if you have something more heavy. I believe the Small Flat Rate box is $5.45. Not bad at all.

dawn27 · 06-19-2013, 09:18 PM

USPS flat rate with tracking # for a padded envelope or small box is only $5.15 if I ship form home. It is what I normally use on ebay. Esty has better user cost, ebay charges more and a % of the shipping cost. Crazy ! So Esty it is . .. .

Jacksmom052709 · 06-20-2013, 09:48 AM

I have no other advice for you Dawn but I think Priscilla and Heather gave you some great advice! Good luck on your new venture and I "liked" your FB page.

dawn27 · 06-20-2013, 12:13 PM

Yes, Lori I saw that, thanks !

I am off to a great start on Etsy. I am in the process of getting all of my item listed so that I can open/publish my shop and have everything ready all at once.

06-19-2013, 09:02 PM	#46
capt_noonie www.yorkierescue.com Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Las Vegas & Orange County Posts: 17,408	A lot of people roll the cost of shipping into their product, so when the buyer sees free shipping or very low shipping they are getting a deal. I would really suggest to make your items a bit on the higher end. It is custom afterall. People can tell quality, and don't mind paying a bit extra for it. If you have higher quality, and a bit higher price, you can add your shipping in that, and then offer "free shipping". Even though I've sold a lot online, the shipping cost can still be a deal breaker for me. Also, since you are shipping doggie clothes which are pretty small, you can probably fit them into a flat rate envelope, and those ship within the US for $4.95 (unless of course they have raised the rate AGAIN since I last used one). The flat rate envelopes don't have to be literally flat. As long as they close the way they are supposed to, you can use the flat rate envelope. Only use the flat rate box if you have something more heavy. I believe the Small Flat Rate box is $5.45. Not bad at all. __________________ The T.U.B. Pack! Toto, Uni, & Bindi RIP Lord Scrappington Montgomery McLimpybottom aka El Lenguo the Handicapped Ninja 10-12-12

06-19-2013, 09:18 PM	#47
dawn27 2+2=4 X the Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bean Town Ohio Posts: 9,456 Blog Entries: 1	USPS flat rate with tracking # for a padded envelope or small box is only $5.15 if I ship form home. It is what I normally use on ebay. Esty has better user cost, ebay charges more and a % of the shipping cost. Crazy ! So Esty it is . .. . __________________ Mommy to: Quincy, & Ruby Bella / Miah & Brandi Gone but Never Forgotten Visit: Bella Dawns for all of your Custom Pet Wear needs.

06-20-2013, 09:48 AM	#48
Jacksmom052709 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,044	I have no other advice for you Dawn but I think Priscilla and Heather gave you some great advice! Good luck on your new venture and I "liked" your FB page. __________________ ~Lori ~ Mom to fur babies Jack, Izzy & Jada & their kitty siblings, Mr. Poops, Milo, Pearl & barn kitty Nanny.

06-20-2013, 12:13 PM	#49
dawn27 2+2=4 X the Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bean Town Ohio Posts: 9,456 Blog Entries: 1	Yes, Lori I saw that, thanks ! I am off to a great start on Etsy. I am in the process of getting all of my item listed so that I can open/publish my shop and have everything ready all at once. __________________ Mommy to: Quincy, & Ruby Bella / Miah & Brandi Gone but Never Forgotten Visit: Bella Dawns for all of your Custom Pet Wear needs.