Ebay shipping questions

[pediatric-rnp]

I'm in the process of getting organized to start selling on Ebay again - it's been awhile for me since I last did that (back in the beanie Baby days!) Anyway, I plan to do this on a more constant basis now, and want to get organized with the shipping process. So much has changed since I last did it, I think.

USPS scales - I've seen them on ebay, and am thinking of getting one, but not sure what weight to get. I don't expect right now to be shipping anything really large or heavy, so am trying to decide between the 30# and 50# scales. Any advice? What do most of you have?

Shipping out from home (having USPS pick up pkg) - what is the process for this - it sounds like a real timesaver. I know at least one of the pkgs has to be a Priority mailing. When you print out the mailing label, what do you print it on -not to sound stupid (!) but is it on regular paper you tape on box, or is it on self-stick paper? Do you ever worry about weight/postage being wrong?

Also, for those that sell kids clothing - I know used sells better in lots, but what about brand name (Gap, Old Navy, etc) which is new? Is it better to list in a small lot (like putting an outfit such as shorts/top together, or 2 shorts ,etc) or to do them separately?

TIA for any help!

 

[THESCHULTZFIVE]

BUMP!!! I'd like to know this too.

 

[Colinsmom]

I use a 6lb scale but sell smaller stuff. A 10lb scale is probably fine; above that, use your bathroom scale. You can get them at Wal-Mart, too. I got mine "free" through stamps.com (it was cheap but not completely free).

www.usps.com/clicknship will give you the info on printing labels (priority and above only) and free carrier pickup. For media mail, first class, etc., you can only print labels through the free USPS shipping assistant. You do get cheap delivery confirmation, though.

See the eBay children's clothing thread going on right now for tips on how to sell. One thing - I wouldn't consider Old Navy to be a brand name. It's a step above Target but not something that will draw a crowd on its own.