Tag Archives: packing LEGO on eBay

Baby with the Bathwater: Labeling Packing Material to Prevent Buyers from Throwing Away LEGO Pieces

Posted on December 10, 2015 by BrickingTips

The last thing you or your eBay buyer wants is for them to accidentally throw away part of their order or believe they received an incomplete order (it’s painful to even read about, right?). That’s why whenever you pack LEGO orders … Continue reading →

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It’s Not USPS, It’s Me: Why Some of Your eBay Packages Get “Lost” in the Mail

Posted on October 29, 2015 by BrickingTips

It’s easy to blame the United States Postal Service for missing packages, but sometimes a lost package is going to be your fault. I know it’s not easy to hear, but it’s true. Here are four reasons within your control that your USPS packages … Continue reading →

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Worth the Upgrade?: Comparing Domestic USPS First Class and USPS Priority Mail

Posted on May 14, 2015 by BrickingTips

USPS Priority Mail is often touted as a premium shipping method that’s faster and superior to the less expensive USPS First Class. Packages weighing 13 ounces and under qualify for USPS First Class shipping, a cheaper shipping method than USPS Priority … Continue reading →

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4 Tips for Packing Securely: It’s all about the tape and ink

Posted on March 12, 2015 by BrickingTips

Packing items securely can help decrease the number of lost and delayed packages during shipping. That means happier buyers (because they get the stuff they ordered) and fewer headaches for you (since your buyers get the stuff they ordered). Sounds good, … Continue reading →

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Nesting vs. Stacking: Packing LEGO Pieces the Smart Way

Posted on March 5, 2015 by BrickingTips

Many eBay and Bricklink buyers and sellers alike frown upon stacking LEGO pieces, especially if the pieces are sold as “new”. Brand new LEGO pieces, in theory, have never been assembled and stacking pieces is considered to be a form of assembly. Even … Continue reading →

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Three Keys to Staying Motivated on eBay: How to Win the Battle of Selling Monotony

Posted on January 22, 2015 by BrickingTips

Let’s face it, some aspects of selling on eBay can and will become monotonous over time. Some of the likely candidates of monotony induced boredom include: listing new items and order processing/shipping. You will be listings dozens, hundreds or maybe … Continue reading →

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A Guide to USPS Friendly Delivery Confirmation Barcode Placement on eBay Packages

Posted on December 11, 2014 by BrickingTips

Many eBay sellers take advantage of both the convenience and cost savings of printing out online postage through eBay Shipping, Stamps.com, Endicia or USPS.com. Inexpensive or free Delivery Confirmation is one of the best perks of purchasing online postage. But poor label … Continue reading →

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How to Pack Your LEGO Items: Using Boxes vs. Bubble Mailers

Posted on August 21, 2014 by BrickingTips

Should you pack your eBay LEGO orders into bubble mailers or cardboard boxes?Good question! The short answer? Bubble mailers are an inexpensive, lightweight option that works well with many common LEGO parts orders. Cardboard boxes, on the other hand, are better at … Continue reading →

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