PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING:

I NEVER charge handling, and I always ONLY ask you for actual shipping costs!!  I will combine shipping for the ACTUAL costs, and I do not charge for handling.  There is an .18 charge that paypal charges for a first class confirmation that I cannot "uncheck" that, and it is included in the shipping charge.  It makes it so much easier for me to print the postage online and get it to you faster since I do not have to stand in line at the post office!  If that .18 is a problem, please contact me. 

Insurance is recommended. I will not be responsible for items that are lost during shipping if you do NOT insurance. So far, I have not had ONE get lost. 

US buyers skip following paragraph.

This is a legally binding agreement, and you will pay for the international costs of shipping if you are in another country. NO ARGUMENTS!  I don't have some secret connection with the Post Office to purposely overcharge for shipping overseas!   ** (Canadian buyers: I am sorry I cannot accept Canadian cash as I have no where to exchange it.) As for my other wonderful Canadian buyers....THANKS FOR THE GREAT SMOOTH TRANSACTIONS!

Please note, if you are an international buyer and shipping takes longer or costs more...... uh, because you are in another country, please do not give me bad marks on shipping costs and timing with that star system that is there during feedback.   I do NOT charge anyone extra for shipping or handling.....even though I HAVE TO stand in line for up to 20 minutes for customs!  I also ship the DAY or the next day I am paid since I may not have 20 minutes to stand in line the same day I am paid by you.  If you choose first class intern'l to save money on shipping, great!!  BUT..... remember, it can take up to a few weeks!  (priority international costs more and it is usually less than a week)  I do not siphon the gas out of the plane flying these items to you, or kidnap the delivery man just to make it take longer and make you suffer.  FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE BEEN GREAT INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS AND GIVEN ME FAIR RATINGS... THANKS!!  I LOVE IT, AND YOU ARE THE ONES THAT MAKE INTERNATIONAL SELLING EASY!!

ALSO to only those who this may apply to......U.S. buyers:  If you are bidding on several items and I HOLD your auction to save you money on shipping, (so you can continue to shop, as you requested) again, don't give me a bad rating on shipping time or rates since, uh, I sort of can't send items BEFORE I am paid and when you buy several 1st class items......... they can add up to priority weight..... it is a whole mathematical thing!

This star system is designed for those sellers who overcharge shipping on purpose to save ebay fees, or are bad at sending items out for days and days and days after they are paid for.  (BUT if there IS a seller who tells you that they only mail items once or twice a week, you cannot hold that against them!)  I do not charge for handling and I do NOT ask a flat rate per item and I ship the DAY I am paid (unless it is after 6 p.m. then I will do it the next day..... you know, dinner, time with the family.......or sleeping)  I WILL ALWAYS SHIP FIRST CLASS IF THE TOTAL WEIGHT IS 13 OUNCES OR LESS PER THE USPS prices.  BUT If you see the item is 4.60, that is because it weights OVER 13 ounces.  I have a scale and I am doing my best to save you money.   SEE SCALE BELOW IN GREEN...

THE POINT of the star system is:  From the POINT you paid to the time it was shipped (you will see "item shipped" in your ebay page)...... then rate........ if you sent a money order...... common sense would dictate that it would take a little longer to get your package as I will not ship an item until I am paid. 

For those of you who have treated me fairly, thank you and I am sure you are laughing your head off at this point, blown away that I have to put this in my auction!  My good customers know that I pride myself on good shipping time and rates!!  I HAVE RETURNED small amounts of money to those who accidentally over paid for shipping!  I will always do that!  :)  Sorry about the rant, I just get upset when my stars are "lacking" lol!

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS MEANT TO EDUCATION SELLERS AND BUYERS...... IT SURE DID EDUCATE ME!!:

THESE rates are PER the United States Postal Service:  (go to usps.com and note their "note" about first class when you enter the ounces and destinations)

From 1 to 13 ounces, there is a NEW .33 postal charge by USPS for a "thick envelope" or "package".   The "regular" rate you see is for FLAT items.  This is a new one to me!  I have included that .33 charge in the shipping, that is why it looks different than what we are all used to seeing as far as "rates" per ounce!   So those of you who are selling, make sure you have the "thick envelope" option checked.  You do not want these items returned due to insufficient funds.  I have had them deliver items that were under postage priced, but I think they are giving everyone time to get used to the new system.  All I know is that at the post office, I was charged 3.00 to ship an item that was 12 ounces and I had only charged 2.83 to a buyer.  Man at post office said that is the new policy.   Needless to say, lesson learned!

U.S. POSTAGE:

$4.60 is for items 13 to 16 ounces

$4.60-$7.50 is for 1 to 2 pounds  (depending on your zip code)

$5.70-$13.45 is for 2 to 3 pounds  (depending on your zip code) ANYTHING OVER 8.95 I WILL PUT IN AN $8.95 FLAT RATE BOX FOR YOU! :) (if it fits)

$6.30-$15.85 is for 3 to 4 pounds  (depending on your zip code) ANYTHING OVER 8.95 I WILL PUT IN AN $8.95 FLAT RATE BOX FOR YOU! :) (if it fits)

And so on.  Point is, I will always send it the cheapest way, even if that means UPS.  That is usually good for items over 10 lbs.  Doubt that will be the case in most situations.  I have even shipped several auctions separately if it ended up being cheaper!!

PAYMENT: Sorry I do not accept checks. I do accept money orders, but the item will NOT be shipped until I have the money order in my hand. PUT ITEM ON MONEY ORDER PLEASE!!  Also, if sending a money order, please pay the .18 delivery confirmation charge so we can both be sure we know when the money order will arrive.

ALL AUCTIONS HAVE 5 DAYS TO BE PAID FOR OR IT WILL BE RELISTED if I do not hear from you within the 3 days that ebay suggests.   If there are extenuating circumstances, please communicate with me and I will be HAPPY to work with you.  I am very fair!

I am actually pretty easy going, I just have to be very clear on a few things. I sell only items I myself would buy on ebay! Have a great day and thanks for looking!!