How can I find out what it costs to have my order shipped to me?
After you place your order, we will pack it so we know the true weight, then email you with your shipping choices and costs. Then we will wait for your reply before sending the package to you. You must respond with your shipping choice before we will ship your order.
If you already know how you would like us to ship your order, please add this information in the box marked "Special Instructions" at the end of the ordering process.
If you wish to cancel your order after reading your shipping options, we would appreciate your letting us know.
Why does it say "Estimated Shipping Cost: $1.00" on my order form?
This is not an estimate. Our shopping cart requires us to enter a number on this line. But it is only a place holder and has nothing to do with the actual shipping costs.
How much does it cost to ship to my country?
Shipping rates vary depending upon the country, the weight of the package and how quickly you want to receive your order. If you email us with some idea of what you plan to order, we can give you a rough estimate of the shipping costs.
Package size as well as weight can also make a difference. For example, very large wood blocks (say 24" x 36" and more) will cost more to ship than smaller ones.
How do you ship to countries outside the USA?
We almost always ship by the U.S. Postal Service because their rates are lower than other carriers and if the value of the package is small, your customs service may not require payment of duty. For most parts of the world, the U.S. Postal Service offers EMI (Express Mail International), which arrives at the customs service in your country in 3-5 days and is given priority through customs; and Priority Mail International, which arrives in customs in 4-10 days.
We can also ship your order by UPS. However, they charge a brokerage fee plus full duty and taxes. However, they are fast and they guarantee delivery by a given date, so if you must have your supplies quickly, ask us to email you the cost of shipping by UPS as well U.S. Mail. You will want to contact your local UPS office for exact brokerage and duty fees for your order.
What about duty and taxes?
Duty and taxes are not included in our shipping estimates. They are assessed at customs in your country and collected when the package is delivered to you. You will need to contact your local post office or customs office to get an idea of what these will be.
Is there a minimum order?
No, there is no minimum order. But keep in mind that once the base shipping fee is paid, additional weight is less expensive to ship.
As an example, to ship a 4lb (1.8kg) package valued at U.S. $50 to the U.K., the cost as of August 2007 would be:
EMI: $46.25
Priority Mail International: $38.30
While an 8lb (3.6kg) package valued at U.S. $75 would cost:
EMI: $61.75
Priority Mail International: $52.20
If you know other printmakers in your area, you might want to get together with them and place one large order. Then you can share the cost of shipping.