College "care package" question

[SC Minnie]

Originally Posted by leebee

Yes- The Popcorn Factory was what I was looking for! Thanks, Java, for answering the question!

Thanks to everyone who sent suggestions for making my own gift packs, but I was looking for someplace to order from. I am working two full time jobs this fall, and just don't have any time to go shopping. Christmas presents will be ordered online, I'm afraid... the the money was too good to turn down!

Search around on their site. I sent DD and our bonus DD packages from Popcorn Factory 2 weeks ago. They had some good packages for 50% off. The girls got their packages in about a week.

[StitchFanZ]

My vote is for Mrs Fields cookies - http://www.mrsfields.com/

[lynnthetwin]

Originally Posted by Gumbo4x4

<<<Shipping guy here - it depends on the weight. USPS is usually cheaper for very small packages, or flat rate. UPS takes over when the weight goes up. Just as an FYI, it's much cheaper to ship UPS through a corporate discount than via the UPS store which not only charges full price, but typically tacks on a service fee. I ship all my packages through work & then reimburse my employer. This has been allowed everywhere that I've worked for any length of time - some even do payroll deduction for the amount. Check to see what your employer's policy is. If allowed, it will almost certainly save you a few bucks.

Shipping GAL here...I manage a UPS Store and we do not have a "service charge" on our shipping rates. We charge the same as any UPS hub would charge.

[Erin1700]

Originally Posted by Gumbo4x4

<<<Shipping guy here - it depends on the weight. USPS is usually cheaper for very small packages, or flat rate. UPS takes over when the weight goes up. Just as an FYI, it's much cheaper to ship UPS through a corporate discount than via the UPS store which not only charges full price, but typically tacks on a service fee. I ship all my packages through work & then reimburse my employer. This has been allowed everywhere that I've worked for any length of time - some even do payroll deduction for the amount. Check to see what your employer's policy is. If allowed, it will almost certainly save you a few bucks.

Thank you! I appreciate you sharing your wisdom!