What are some tips for packaging and shipping my quilt?
A. Several things can be done to help make sure your quilt safely reaches the intended destination. Make sure you use a sturdy box. Inside the box, wrap your quilt or quilt top in a bag. This will help protect your quilt from getting wet or dirty if the box should develop a hole. I really like those huge ziploc bags. In addition to addressing the outside of the box, put a copy of the address information inside the bag. This increases the chance that your shipper can return or deliver your quilt, even in the case of a damaged box. Always use a tracking number. All shippers, including the USPS, now offer tracking numbers. If shipping to a residence, consider using a signature required service. This prevents your quilt from being left on a porch in any kind of weather. Serendipity Quilting has a PO Box for receiving your quilts to ensure a dry, secure environment. There is no guarantee that these tips will keep your quilt completely safe, but it will go a long way into preventing loss.
A. Several things can be done to help make sure your quilt safely reaches the intended destination. Make sure you use a sturdy box. Inside the box, wrap your quilt or quilt top in a bag. This will help protect your quilt from getting wet or dirty if the box should develop a hole. I really like those huge ziploc bags. In addition to addressing the outside of the box, put a copy of the address information inside the bag. This increases the chance that your shipper can return or deliver your quilt, even in the case of a damaged box. Always use a tracking number. All shippers, including the USPS, now offer tracking numbers. If shipping to a residence, consider using a signature required service. This prevents your quilt from being left on a porch in any kind of weather. There is no guarantee that these tips will keep your quilt completely safe, but it will go a long way into preventing loss.
