Last updated: 05/05/11 | VERSION 2
Here are two guides to help you estimate both invoice #1 and invoice #2!
CALCULATING INVOICE #1
If you want to estimate the cost of Invoice #1 before placing an order/paying your deposit, you can download an Excel sheet. THIS IS FOR TESTING PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN OFFICIAL QUOTE. (
preview)
NOTE: This calculator is not for personal orders.
Microsoft Excel 2003 version:
download! (32kb)
Microsoft Excel 2007 version:
download! (16kb)
ESTIMATING INVOICE #2 (SHIPPING CHARGES)
I know it's important to know how much shipping will be, but there is no way for me to magically determine the cost before I know what you're ordering and can see it in person. I've written up this guide to help give you an idea of the cost of shipping. Keep in mind that these are estimates; complicated things such as the cubed weight are not accounted for. Shipping cost is based on the location, dimensions, weight, and the shipping method.
Estimate using the
Canada Post website.
1. Location: My postal code is H4M 1T8 (Montreal, Quebec, Canada)
2. Dimensions: I use materials with the following dimensions:
Medium Box: 46cm x 32cm x 11cm (weight: 0.6kg)
No-tear Poly mailers: measurements depend on your order, (maximum: 38cm x 51cm x 11cm) (weight: 0kg)
Bubble mailers: only used if you only order jewerelly/small accessories, a small bag, one shirt, etc
Small Bubble Mailer #0 - 15.9cm x 22.9cm
Medium Bubble Mailer #2 - 21.6cm x 27.9cm
Large Bubble Mailer #5 - 26.7cm x 38.1cm
3. Weight: If you can estimate how heavy your items are, great! Sorry, but please don't ask me to do this because I won't.
EXAMPLES:
4. Shipping service: This depends entirely on you: do you want it fast or are you patient?
List of Parcel Services Offered by Canada Post On that site, you will find all the information you need: helpful descriptions, delivery time, included coverage, whether or not delivery confirmation is included, etc