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PUT YOUR BALLOT IN THE BOX AT SIP AND SHIP

10/17/2020

YAY! Ballots are finally rolling in!

Sip and Ship encourages any and all voters to bring in their ballot to one of our store locations (Ballard | Greenwood). The first 100 voters to bring their ballots to us, receive a FREE vote pin or a FREE drip coffee. Your choice!

While you’re in, snap a pic, share it on your social media channel and tag us: IG sipshipshop, Review or FB sipandship.

We look forward to seeing you, staying connected and supporting you in all ways imaginable!

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Before iPhones, FaceBook and Twitter...

10/10/2020

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Sip and Ship was working hard to become apart of the community. Steve and I wanted a place to call home even when we were at work. It was important for us to create a place where anyone who walked through our doors would feel welcome.

A place where we could put our customer service to the test - - whatever dilemma or life altering event brought you in, we’d work hard to fix or figure out a solution. A place where a stranger can enter and leave as a friend.

Here we are 18 years later, celebrating what began as an idea and a dream. With your faith and trust in us, Sip and Ship has grown into a neighborhood stronghold - providing you with a hot cup of coffee and freshly baked chocolate-chip cookie; consulting on how to best ship a fragile or time-sensitive item coupled with simple gestures of kindness. Our hard working Sip and Ship team strives to provide unparalleled service to you on every occasion.

Thursday, October 15th, come celebrate 18 years with us and enjoy a FREE 12 ounce latte! We can’t thank you enough for your steadfast support over the years and hope to continue to serve you and your family for years to come!

On your next visit snap a pic and post it on your social media channel and tag us: FB Sip and Ship | IG sipshipshop - we look forward to staying connected in all ways!

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Deals & Steals at Sip and Ship

9/27/2020

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Now that the smoke is being washed away with the rains, we are optimistic with the chance to see things with a little more clarity and invite you to join us.

Deals:
This week Ballard has its neighborhood sidewalk sale event on October 1-4 from 11am-5pm. Ballard Sip and Ship will have amazing gifts significantly discounted and organized in three categories in $10, $5 and $1 sale areas. This is a great way to begin to stock up on gifts for: housewarming, birthday, new baby, wedding, anniversary, holiday and just because gifting!

Steals:
We are sorry to report that last week Ballard Sip and Ship was burglarized. Two men broke through one of our windows, crawled on the floor to avoid our motion sensors, riffled through all of our cash registers and drawers looking for anything of value and left with several bins of packages. As you can imagine, Steve and I feel completely gutted especially after the police confirmed that incidents like this are happening more routinely in our neighborhoods. We are relieved that no one was hurt, have increased our building security and refuse to let the bad guys win.

We invite you to stay focused on the positive - the little lessons learned through these tough times. Sip and Ship will continue to show up for you, your business and your family with complete transparency, authenticity and integrity.

See you soon.

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Your Passions Take Flight With Sip and Ship

9/20/2020

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Virtual Mailbox Services at Sip and Ship Make Following Your Passions Possible

Albatross scientist Chris Jordan, is one of our virtual customers who has been living abroad in Chile to study this threatened species. As his home office, virtual mailbox and business support, Sip and Ship enables him to continue his work towards protecting and preserving these incredible birds by helping from afar.
Available 24/7 Sip and Ship responds to any requests through a simple email conversation. Chris lets us know what he needs and when he needs it, and we make it happen! We’ve shipped food supplies and equipment to him on a mountain top while he stayed perched in one spot protecting nesting chicks. This week we will ship him his new debit card along with a restocked back pack of climbing gear to Chile. The Sip and Ship team takes pride in knowing we are the linchpin to him and his work. Keeping a watchful eye on his affairs stateside, communicating routinely and packing each individual item he needs with care so that he gets what he needs efficiently and safely - no matter how far the journey.
Curious to learn more about the Albatross and the work Chris is doing? Check out his short film by following this link.
We look forward to exploring ways to best support you and your life’s work.

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What Brings You To Sip and Ship?

9/13/2020

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Some of you come in for a last-minute birthday gift. Or for our amazing coffee. Maybe it’s to collect your mail or just to say hello. Whatever your reason, we’re always glad to see you!
Pretty soon we will be receiving ballots, and we’re excited for our voices to be heard. If you need to register to vote or know someone who needs to, click to register or share this link before October 26th to get started.
Any reason is a good reason to visit Sip and Ship. Be safe, stay strong, and we look forward to getting your vote counted!

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Back-To-School Time

9/6/2020

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Back-to-School life sure looks a little different this year. Sip and Ship has a few essentials to keep learning environments safe, and still fun! Here are some gift suggestions for the student or college bound learner in your life:

1. The Scent: What better way to make a space their own than by sending virtual hugs with the signature scent of the Northwest? We have a scent for everyone and all of them are made right here in our hometown.

2. The Look: Amplify your students' inner geek, and safety with our wellness kit. It includes easy to grab safety essentials; a carabiner hand sanitizer, your choice of Star Wars mask (Darth Vader being my personal favorite), and a rewarding nibble of Fran's chocolate keeping the force alive and well - even if you’re far from home.

3. The Feel: Finding time for self-care is key in our new school realities. Whether you’re a parent working and homeschooling your family, or distance learning (both are tough stuff) we hope to inspire a bit of downtime on your time. Our bourbon-and-vanilla-scented self-care kit inspires spa-like vibes. Perfect for that moment after crushing another week of learning!

4. The Flavor: Want something that encompasses a little bit of everything? Check out our coffee gift sets that include our locally roasted coffee, bamboo coffee cup, McCrea's delicious caramels, and a candle.

We look forward to seeing you soon and helping you find the perfect gifts to keep you and your student(s) motivated to hit the books!

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Not Your Average Mailbox Service

8/30/2020

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At Sip and Ship, we aspire to exceed your expectations. Especially now, with our variety of special services - when you may need just a little extra support. From picking up prescriptions from the local pharmacy and shipping them out for those living and traveling abroad to dispatching notaries to the homes of loved ones in our community who are health compromised and need to stay safe while handling their affairs - we love going the extra mile!
We also enjoy supporting businesses and families in not-so-average ways. Helping leaders keep in touch with their teams by sending kits stocked with health and safety essentials; delicious wine, chocolate and activities for families - even handwritten notes. Customers stationed around the world trust Sip and Ship to deposit their check payments in local banks to keep their busy lives moving forward.
How can we help you today?
We look forward to seeing you and finding innovative ways to make your life easier.
#mailboxrentals #virtualmail #customercare #shipshipshop #onlineshop

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Use The Force

8/23/2020

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Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night can keep these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.
What began back in the summer of 1775 has continued through every season since. Our US Postal Service has worked for decades through all obstacles to keep us linked to each other. Even from the furthest corners of our country and the world.
Since 2002, Sip and Ship has partnered with USPS through our various sending and receiving services. Think of us as your own personal liaison - we are proud to champion our dedicated and hardworking postal workers by helping you with your mail. Our virtual mailbox service even allows you to check your mail from your own safe social distance.
PS -- The next time you’re in, remember to buy a book or two of forever stamps to help support our amazing team of postal workers - because who doesn't love receiving letters!?
We look forward to seeing you soon!
#usps #mailboxrentals #virtualmail #foreverstamps #snailmail #ship #onlineshop

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Sip and Ship and The Chocolate Factory

8/2/2020

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“Come with me and you'll be, in a world of pure imagination
Take a look and you'll see, into your imagination
We'll begin with a spin, traveling in the world of my creation
What we'll see will defy explanation.” -Gene Wilder

Now that we have you humming that tune - we are certain the factories in your mind delight in the idea of sharing sweets and well-wishes with those you care about. All of our family, colleagues, friends, and neighbors - - especially now - - are in need of virtual hugs through the mail. Morsels of specialty chocolate can blanket those you love with extra kindness and care.

Like Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, Sip and Ship turns fantasy into reality by keeping our gift shops brimming with chocolatey richness. While mailing a chocolate bar may seem simple, it’s a gesture that can bestow so much more.

Here’s a fun fact: not only are Seattle made Frans Chocolates President Obama’s go-to, but they compliment any occasion. Sip and Ship proudly supports other local and artisan chocolate makers: Seattle Chocolates, Compartes, Raaka, and MAST.

Swing by or visit us online, we are always glad to see you and hear from you!

#everlastinggobstoppers #seattlemadechocolate #giftshop #coffeeshop #notarypublic #mailingservices

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Surprise and Joy at Sip and Ship

7/26/2020

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Keeping you connected with paper through the mail is one of our passions. Sip and Ship carefully curates only the finest collection of greeting cards for you to send to your loved ones. Like you, we appreciate whimsical and beautiful cards, love supporting local artists and are passionate about spreading well wishes.

Sip and Ship has unique greeting cards for all occasions. A text or email might be convenient, but sending the perfect card will make a statement. Isn't’ it fun to imagine the element of surprise and joy a card can deliver? That surprise and joy can be found in the giftshops at Sip and Ship. Stop by today to choose a card that is just right for your special people.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

#cardshop #giftshop #coffeeshop #notarypublic #mailboxes