Behind the Scenes: How I pack an Etsy Order
I’ve been a small, artisan business officially for 4 years now! Over the last 3 years of selling online consistently I’ve learned (through trial and error) how to streamline my shipping/packing process for my glass artwares.
You can shop my hand painted suncatchers here.
For me, streamlining means standardization of my packing and shipping. For example, I always pack my suncatchers in a gift box, with my business card, a ribbon, wrapped in bubble wrap or Ranpak, with a short handwritten note to the customer on their receipt and then placed into a mailing box.
Standardization helps me:
Order all shipping supplies in bulk for reduced cost
Know the shipping costs for each item since they are consistent in size and weight
Reduces stress by simplifying packing materials that I need to stock
Ensures my Art is protected during shipping
Presents a consistent customer experience and expectation knowing they will always receive beautifully hand painted glass ware, thoughtfully and safely packaged, ready to gift or treat themselves.
Reducing my Carbon Footprint:
This year one of my small business goals is to reduce my carbon foot print. One of the ways I am doing this is by replacing most of my bubble wrap use with Ranpak. Some packages may require the use of bubble wrap to ensure no breakage during shipping; in these instance I use repurposed bubble wrap from packages I have received.
Details Matter!
You can elevate and have personal touches to your products/artwork by including a hand written note or adding decorative ribbon. These small touches go a long way in establishing a personal connection with your customers.
Materials I use:
Ranpak -sustainable bubble wrap alternative and works just as great as bubble wrap! -Staples
Gift Box - Uline
Business Card - Uprinting
Ribbon- Blick Art Materials
Shipping Box -Staples
XPS for my shipping services
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