How To Ship Shoes For eBay, Poshmark & Mercari | 2023 UPDATED

[@maximussilverstacker3928]

I ship all my shoes in clear plastic bag . It also helps In case somehow your package is in left out in the rain like our carrier does and there’s no water damage . If they’re over $50 or have any details that could get ruined from rubbing up against each other I put one shoe in each bag .

[@Teachbakeflip]

I do plastic bags, as well, for the same reason.

[@ChristmindSKY]

For Usps , you can ship something that’s not in a Usps marked box/bag?

[@LeeBee-t4m]

Are you guys meaning that you use those plastic mailers? Do you use the padded ones?

[@sumralltt]

@@ChristmindSKY Yes - As long as you have the correct label printed

[@ThiCityProductions]

Do you have a bag specifically you use? I can’t find them anywhere.

[@retail_recon]

I learned so much! Wow! As a side note for Padded Flat Rate envelopes or mailers for shoes going 1st class, put the label on first. It can be difficult to put the label on afterwards and have it be flat & easy to scan. Keep rocking Daltonius & Carylee!

[@DealingWithDalton]

That is an amazing pro tip! I will let Cary Lee know you sent kind regards. Thanks Bobby

[@katiekoppenhafer1995]

The timing of this for my business was perfect, thank you! I just mailed a pair of shoes in the padded envelope and have been worried about the condition they’ll arrive in and if it’s even acceptable to do. Thank you for confirming that it’s okay! Enjoy your day!

[@profitmonsters8186]

This video is packed with so much useful information! Thank you for constantly teaching the best methods for shoe sales and shipping. You and karliey are such a good team, can’t wait for the next video!

[@DealingWithDalton]

Carlisle is so thrilled that you’re enjoying the content!!

[@bigredhogs]

if you wanna spend more money on shipping and shipping supplies listen to this guy.

[@mimisoutlet]

Great video! I haven't started sourcing and/or selling shoes yet, but this is most helpful. No free boxes for us Canadians (thanks Canada Post) but still these tips are really useful!

[@claredunn757]

This was awesome! I am just getting started and came across some great brand new high end brands that do well on eBay yesterday. I am a bit overwhelmed on how to get started. This helps so much! I will be sure to use the affiliate links. Thank you!

[@desmondsexton217]

This is a great shipping video.

[@lswatEnt]

Hey I enjoy this video and I really enjoy the love and support that the people of the youtube community shows

[@Linda-un6xm]

Just today I picked up some shoes and i was thinking I wish I could mail these in a padded flat rate envelope. Well I guess I can! Thanks!

[@JoeyBadaBing22]

Thank you dalton for being the best! Lots of good info for new resellers!

[@DealingWithDalton]

❤️❤️

[@misteress8008]

AND reinforce the longer medium flat rate box with tape at the top, where the seam is, tape that all the way around, and squeeze boots in there! As long as they fit and you can close the box, you're golden (over 4 pounds, boots etc). Without reinforcing with tape, the seam pops. Tape it first, so good.

[@juliekastel6276]

I'm trying to learn shoes from you. I have actually been buying more shoes now, one being a pair of toddler Acme boots that are new. I paid 3.99. If I looked up proper comps, I think they sell for over 300.00. Crazy! I also picked up there pairs of Hoka one ones at Goodwill for 7.99 each. Thanks again. I'm usually a hard good seller but still learning and trying to expand my knowledge from the great resellers like you. PS: I'm planning on buying something from Carley, so I can leave a bad review. ;) JK Carley

[@dmorgan7502]

Thanks! I learned some helpful tips!

[@ivancheng278]

Thank you so much for this helpful video! Are you doing free shipping or are you charging the customer on eBay? If you are charging the customer, are you charging the calculated rate or a flat rate?

[@amberdavis994]

Thank you for the info. You are always teaching me something new!

[@hadiyahdar9564]

Can you make a video on how to store used shoes before selling?

[@PropertyOpportunityProfit]

EXCELLENT! I only messed one up in practice!

[@theflippintoothfairyjackie5702]

Thanks Dalton for your information on shipping shoes boots etc.. the only difference that I do is put my items in a plastic bag/bags…I’ve received EBay items sent without the bags in pouring rain delivery and the items do get wet through the boxes. Just my 2 cents…

[@DealingWithDalton]

I know a lot of people do this, but I never once have had this be an issue. I’d rather have to refund 1 in 10,000 sales than continually have to buy poly bags for my shoes

[@theflippintoothfairyjackie5702]

@@DealingWithDalton well, you sell more shoes than I do so I’m not going to use the bags then 👍 Thanks for your reply!!

[@bent8602]

That is good advice, I doubt Dalton will not even consider your suggestion

[@maximussilverstacker3928]

Exactly I always ship my shoes in a clear plastic bag so they don’t get wet

[@finnegan423]

This is the best!! Thanks for the info.

[@Consignmentsonthecorner]

Excellent video!

[@Hunnidblk102]

That box scoring part was clutch

[@thismomlovestosave9447]

Thank you so much this is the best video ever. I’ve watched other videos and I still didn’t understand.

[@sarahsederberg921]

Thank you! So helpful for a newbie like me :)

[@aiccorp6001]

I tape all my nib boxes shoes on both sides and then throw them in a decorative poli bag to fit accordingly and slap a label on them, haven't had a complaint yet. Cutting the USPS boxes is too much work for my liking.

[@bent8602]

Poly bags is a great ideal thanks

[@karinaarias944]

Thank you for the info, it was much needed ! Could you do a video of how do you list shoes on ebay? It would work tremendously 🙌🏼

[@RightAsia]

This was great! Thank You!

[@eezypimpin510]

I just had to modify a 1095 for the first time thanks. It doesn't look great but it works with a lot of tape. Next time I'm sure it will look better.

[@DealingWithDalton]

Remember, you don’t need to actually cut the box, more so just putting an indent in the cardboard so it has a line to fold on

[@angeyturpin9037]

Thank you!

[@InDirectDiana]

Awesome video. Very detailed thanks!

[@maryellenbrannan1550]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@murrayzuckerman123]

Great information. Very helpful.

[@saf1999]

Thanks needed an update 🔥

[@andreabradley5837]

I would also add a little paper inside the shoe in case the postman gets rowdy.

[@cynthiaerickson56]

I put all my shoes, sandals, boots etc in large ziplock bags then in the box with packing paper

[@bent8602]

I might consider Zip loc bag now thx for your suggestion

[@cynthiaerickson56]

@@bent8602 I buy mine on Amazon

[@kirstenelizabeth9517]

Can we use the priority mail shoe boxes with calculated shipping on eBay (usps ground advantage)?

[@danielalvizo7477]

Great video! Keel it up!

[@MrSangvbui]

Great video - is there a cheaper way to ship shoe with boxes for lower profit. seen USPS Ground advantage is out.

[@TravisS404]

Do you use calculated shipping or flat rate? If you use flat do you have set prices for first class vs 1-2 lbs vs 2-3lbs, etc

[@DealingWithDalton]

I do flat rate. My tiers are 6.99 9.99 & 14.99

[@mip33]

I have a pair of tall faux leather boots that can fold over I think they can fit in a padded flat rate, should I go for it? ETA: they have high heels and they sold for under $15

[@skyyguns]

I’m wondering if I need a scale and all the extra things if I’m only selling one pair of shoes for some money ? I’m selling on eBay probably

[@DealingWithDalton]

Nah you don’t need all that, just guess with the weight

[@maximussilverstacker3928]

I always include a thank you note with 20% discount card /note off their next purchase on eBay

[@Chris_M1127]

Will usps still allow you to send the priority 1095 box for the same price after modifying it, for the same price as if you didn’t modify it?

[@MayiEspinal-y2w]

Where do I get the boxes free how I order or where I can pick up

[@jennaduzs3821]

How much does it cost for the usps shoe box?

[@sarahbaker2701]

Are you weighing the box and shoes when you left the item and then if you find someone buys a pair of heavy shoes that are like 3# and you had it in a box priority to ship and they live on other side of US like California do you automatically put it in a flat rate envelope and adjust price? I’m not understanding all the listing and shipping parts. I’m still trying to learn it all.

[@misteress8008]

put your shipping label on the padded flat rate envelope BEFORE you put the shoes in (making sure the shoes will fit) AND the envelopes USED TO BE more stretchy; i can't stretch a size 9 mens in there anymore, no more stretchy stretchy :(

[@123juliejames]

Where do you get your packing paper?

[@BaldyPalPicking]

Hey Dalton, on Mercari, and their rising USPS shipping prices, do you use the prepaid label or do "ship on your own" option?

[@maximussilverstacker3928]

Use fed ex ground option much cheaper

[@BaldyPalPicking]

@@maximussilverstacker3928 true. I'm asking bc he uses all these free USPS boxes. So I'm curious how Dalton is handling the Mercari price increase.

[@DealingWithDalton]

I’m not selling on Mercari myself. When I did, I would use the ship on my own and purchase labels through pirateship

[@ebo7310]

This is the exact question I had. I use Mercari and just added shoes to sell and unsure which way to ship plus he's using usps boxes that are free in the mail but how would we know the shipping cost. Trying to figure out whether to offer free shipping or use the app labels and find a box.

[@ebo7310]

​@Maximus Silver Stacker fed ex ground is cheaper, however, finding a box or buying a box to ship the shoes will add extra cost wouldn't it. If using the free usps boxes, you just pay a little extra for shipping but will already have a box available.🤔

[@TheJarheadEntrepreneur]

Straight Banger of an informational video Brother..Keep Crushing It!! Stay HUMBLE, Stay HUNGRY, Stay FOCUSED...~The Jarhead Entrepreneur

[@stopsleepingstarteating]

The shoe grind continues!📈 All the best!👋🏼

[@crystale4070]

So can I use the USPS shoe box to ship on Poshmark or do I have to use a medium or large flat rate box?

[@nicoleanderson9160]

I have some hiking boots in their original box I would like to try to sell, can I just bubble wrap the shoe box and send in a poly mailer?

[@corporaldonut7917]

there is nothing labeled as "priority shipping box" for the ebay list of shipping choices. how do I ship them exactly?

[@missamerica2478]

Do you have to ship your new shoes in the box in another box? Why can’t you use a bag?

[@dipausa]

Hi, I am new in this business.. I am confused, can I use USPS show box on poshmark? And for ebay same box for shoe, is it Priority Mail? And how much is shiping cost? Thank you

[@Deltascurio]

I may have missed it in a previous video, but I have been comparing shipping prices and the prices I see people use for shipping are a lot lower then what it shows on the ebay calculator for shipping. Is there a different way or is it just taking the shipping hit? Between the supplies and say a $4 overage in shipping thats a bite out of the return. Also you've been SO informative, Thank you!

[@ebo7310]

Do you offer free shipping or do you use the label from the app. I use Mercari just curious? Also, how much is shipping cost if I use the first box you showed for shoes?

[@bt3299]

Thumbs up, just a suggestion start putting your shoes in a #7 size poly mailer bag before u put in box.... had a customer on poshmark ask for a refund because they said box was wet, shipping paper, and shoes were damp after mail carrier left on door step.... was not my fault but that got refunded

[@DealingWithDalton]

I know a lot of people do that, but I’ve never once had this happen. I’d rather have to refund one sale out of 10,000 than have to constantly purchase poly mailers

[@bent8602]

That is a good ideal.... buy bulk on ebay will savings me some $, maybe Dalton should consider ur suggestion

[@joseapino3562]

Great video, great explanation kudos question, where in the seller hub I can find that free coupon? I’ve been selling for almost a year and I just learned from you about it.

[@lauraly1222]

Hi. Where or how you buy your shipping labels to get the best price ? Ty

[@DealingWithDalton]

I buy straight through eBay

[@brittanyw.436]

Great video, thanks for all this awesome info. However, you said that shipping USPS Flat Rate is often going to be more expensive than shipping regular Priority since our shoes are only going to weigh 2 to 3 pounds. But when I calculate a price based on a 3lb box it comes out to $22.45, whereas the Medium Flat Rate comes out to $17 and change. What am I missing here? I have a pair of women's combat boots that weigh 2lbs 3ozs and with the box, it comes out to 2lbs 9oz but no matter what when I calculate a price on USPS I get the same $22.45 price to ship them. They would fit a minimum of 3.5" x 12" x 7.5" box. Am I missing something? Is $17 Medium Flat Rate Priority really the cheapest option to ship these shoes?

[@ConcernedCitizen-fx7du]

Your right and he has no idea what he’s talking about as far as saving money

[@bigredhogs]

@@ConcernedCitizen-fx7du yep a big 30 pound newsprint way better than that packing paper he shows.. also Priority is way higher than USPS ground advantage. Yes you have to provide your own box but it still way way cheaper than priority and usps ground is just as fast as priority!!!

[@MayiEspinal-y2w]

Bag is free too?

[@Imalaybaby]

Knee high boots?

[@juliepinard8087]

Dalton, if shipping cowboy boots across the country that are too expensive to send USPS, how do I send it via UPS Ground? (Cost is $46.00 vs $23.00). And must I alert the buyer on the change?

[@DealingWithDalton]

Yes, I typically will go UPS ground, I normally don’t message about the change but it wouldn’t hurt

[@juliepinard8087]

@DealingWithDalton I used the ebay calculator and saw that FedEx was cheaper, went out, bought one of their boxes, and will print out the label-- anything different in that process? This is my first time having to ship something that large/costly. Thank you so much for getting back to me!

[@DealingWithDalton]

@@juliepinard8087 nope, nothing different, you don’t need any special box, just can’t be a priority mail box

[@andresmr.muscle]

Where can I get the labels?

[@sumralltt]

You Print them with a regular printer or get a thermal printer

[@thriftwithjoy]

Yes! This is how I do it except sometimes I use bubble rate or air pillows (which I can get for free) instead of the paper if it gets me under 2 pounds. I am a maniac at getting the cheapest shipping. Almost all of my womens shoes manage to fit in the flat rate padded. P.S. I love the shoe trees!

[@DealingWithDalton]

Glad you like the shoe trees!!

[@E-Baby3814]

So if i am doing the authenticity guarantee do I have to use there free label for FedEx or can I just pay for a label at usps and ship through them?

[@DealingWithDalton]

Fedex

[@lisagolden253]

I have been offering USPS Parcel Select Ground on almost all my listings lately, but also offering Priority if they wish. Is there any reason I shouldn't? Usually cheaper for buyer, especially if they live far away. I am in Florida too so many of my sales are further away. Any thoughts?

[@DealingWithDalton]

I think most people value shipping speed over shipping price when it’s just a couple dollars difference

[@lisagolden253]

@Dealing With Dalton True, and I do usually upgrade to Priority if price difference is under $1.00. I get a lot of positive comments about how fast shipping was. Just trying it out. Thanks for the advice!

[@astracey1]

@@lisagolden253 I live in TN., and do the same.

[@dilln3117]

The padded flat rate didn’t seem like a bad guy I thought he was pretty nice. Probably hurt his feelings

[@cfed77]

You remind me of Ryan Reynolds

[@maxhatty]

You have nice advice and knowledge but I barely made it into 6 minutes of the video and the background music is driving me insane. You do you I guess. I won't be back.

[@DealingWithDalton]

✌️

[@bent8602]

I agree

[@toranada]

I didn't even notice. But now I probably will. Thanks 🤠

[@jeterman29ny]

These videos are amazing and are literally helping my ebay store to grow. Can you point me where to go to make the thank you cards with my ebay store attached through the qr code with a coupon to my store like you did? Thank you so much!!

[@DealingWithDalton]

Everything can be done on vistaprint.com. They have a QR code generator

[@jeterman29ny]

@@DealingWithDalton thanks and no worries about the props...lmao

[@jesseemch]

first comment lol

[@bigredhogs]

if you follow what he does you will spend way more on shipping!!!!!! His way will not SAVE YOU MONEY!!! USPS ground advantage is way cheaper and just as fast you do provide your own box but even with that its way cheaper!!! and that packing paper!!! LOL LOL You can save way more using a 30 pount newsprint rol l for packing paper!!!! Im dissapointed this video dont save me money. His ways my cost go way up!! Wonder if he is a USPS spokesperson!!!