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Sip and Ship and The Chocolate Factory

8/2/2020

“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

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Sip Sip Hooray | Greenwood Sip and Ship Cafe Reopens

7/19/2020

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Yowza! What started out as a six-month project unexpectedly turned into over a year-long one. Setbacks in all forms tried to get in our way, but not today! Come celebrate a reimagined Greenwood Sip and Ship - with all elements working together to better serve you.
Both Sip and Ship cafes are open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, offering to-go service, complimented with homemade treats to enhance your errand running.
Sip and Ship practices safety first, making face masks mandatory and curbside service available.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
#coffeeshop #homemadetreats #mailboxrentals #giftshop #notarypublic

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Mobile Notary Public Service at Sip and Ship

7/12/2020

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Self-care, business care, and family care strategies are more critical than ever. While we are still treading water in uncertainty, having a personal notary public at your disposal provides a greater piece of mind and resilience. Coupled with the knowledge that you, your business and your family are properly protected.

Sip and Ship offers a mobile notary who can come to your home, business, nursing home, doctors office or curbside within 10 miles of our store locations (Ballard and Greenwood). A valid photo government issued ID is required. Fees begin at $50 to travel plus $10 per stamp. Payment can be arranged electronically.

In-store notary services are available in both Sip and Ship locations Monday - Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-5pm. No appointment is necessary. Our notary team can notarize any document for $10 per stamp and $10 per witness signature. Notarizing an I-9 form is $45.

Sip and Ship practices safety first and face masks are mandatory during your visit. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you this week!

#mobilemotary #notarypublic #mailboxrentals #giftshop #coffeeshop #mailingservices

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All The News That's Fit To Print . . . At Sip and Ship

7/4/2020

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We may not have been interviewed by the New York Times but we are very proud to be featured by Carrie Ferrence of The Big Lil Seattle. Amid the COVID cloud, we hope this short read will deliver a small ray of sunshine into your world.

In other news, please join us in congratulating Carrie White on her recent promotion to Assistant Store Manager of the Greenwood Sip and Ship. Carrie brings a strong sense of optimism, team empowerment and unwavering commitment to our collaborative community service. We hope you will enjoy working with her as much as we do!

Finally, the Sip and Ship team continues to do our part to safeguard your health and the health of others so PLEASE wear a face mask during your visit.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

#notarypublic #mailboxrentals #giftshop #coffeeshop #mailingservices

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We Promise, We're Smiling

6/27/2020

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A wise Buddha once whispered in my ear, “The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, worry about the future, or anticipate troubles, but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly.” For your health and the health of others, please wear a mask during your visit at Sip and Ship.

Our team truly enjoys making you your favorite coffee beverage, serving fresh baked homemade goodies and helping you run your business and celebrate milestones in your life - and would appreciate your cooperation by wearing a mask when you come inside what has become your favorite one-stop-shop and neighborhood hub.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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There’s No Excuse Not to Visit Sip and Ship!

6/21/2020

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Now that we’re into summer with a little more freedom to roam about, Sip and Ship encourages you to consider taking advantage of some of our convenient services to help you get things done with greater speed and ease. We’ve heard some excuses over the years, but rest assured, we almost always have the remedy.

“I ran out of tape!” You don’t need tape. Open boxes don’t stand a chance when they are brought to Sip and Ship. We are happy to seal them up tight and send them on their way.
“My printer ran out of toner!” No worries, Sip and Ship has plenty of toner, and our printers are ready whenever you are. You can email us your prepaid shipping labels. We can get you squared away quicker than you can say double-tall half-cafe latte with a half a pump of sugar-free vanilla.
“Oh no, I already recycled the shipping box!” You don’t need the original box. We have a wide assortment of padded mailers and boxes to fit your returns.

Thank you for thinking of Sip and Ship whenever you have something to return, mail or notarize. We enjoy being your neighborhood hub and look forward to seeing you this week.

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Sip and Ship Honors Black Lives Matter

6/11/2020

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Sip and Ship will be closed Friday, June 12th to honor Black Lives Matter.

We invite you to approach this significant time in history with great intentionality and needed action. We believe that some of the most important work is a greater understanding of how we all got here, learning our hidden biases and coming to terms with each of our own individual responsibility towards anti-racism. We hope that this time will provide you with some space to examine and continue to engage in your own way.

We appreciate your open mindedness, kindness and support as we navigate and shift into uncomfortable but necessary change.

We look forward to seeing you again on Saturday, June 13th from 10am-5pm.

Sincerely,

Diana and Your Sip and Ship Team

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Black Lives Matter - Doing The Work Together

6/7/2020

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“The beauty of anti-racism is that you don’t have to pretend to be free of racism to be an anti-racist. Anti-racism is the commitment to fight racism wherever you find it, including in yourself. And it’s the only way forward.” - IJEOMA OLUO

Our communities have been acutely affected by the senseless acts of violence and loss of black lives for far too long. Collectively there is more work we can do to fight embedded racism and systemic injustice.

At Sip and Ship, our approach is to continue to listen, learn and lead through action. We urge you to join us with active listening without assumption or interruption, remaining open minded to perspectives different from your own, having the courage and curiosity to engage in meaningful and often uncomfortable conversations and to join protesting for justice and reform by marching, mailing, emailing, donating and sharing your voice and and the voices of others on social channels.

If you are new to anti-racism, the time is now to be brave and begin the work to advocate for change. Here are a few ways to directly and immediately refocus your energy and power. Consider supporting a few of black-owned small businesses and organizations. Here are a few resources to get started. If you have any you would like to share with us, we would welcome those too. Together we are a body of work in progress for positive change.
Black Lives Matter Global Network fights for racial liberation and justice and supports the safety and well-being for black communities.

NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund our country’s foremost legal organization on the front lines in the fight for racial justice.

George Floyd Memorial Fund and Justice for Breonna Taylor - whose lives were wrongfully and violently cut short

New York Times - bestselling author Layla Saad of Me and White Supremacy - a 28 day workshop to gain greater understanding on where your biases are rooted

A is for Activist by Innosanto Nagara a great tool to share and discuss with your family

“What part do I play,” asks academic and author of White Fragility Robin DiAngelo

Cafe Campagne - European food and beverages

Central Cafe and Juice Bar - coffee, juice, pastures and egg bites

Emerald City Fish and Chips - Alaskan cod, halibut fish and chips, chowder and crab puppies

Ezell’s Famous Chicken - legendary fried chicken

Marjorie - Jamaican Jerked Chicken and Miss Marjorie’s Steel Drum Plantain Chips with bean dip

Diverse City LLC - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) consultants have helped companies both large and small hire and retain a workforce that is more diverse and who feel a strong sense of belonging

CoCreate Work - Founders and entrepreneurs all over the world are creating a new paradigm of what’s possible in the workplace. We partner with organizations to build this new reality and the future of work where people thrive

Nourish Events - Doing diversity differently through the art of conversation, challenge ideas while leaving room for intention, interpretation, and progress. We aim to explore personal identities using storytelling and active listening to build empathy and community

During this time of epic uprising and needed change you can rely on Sip and Ship to be a place that supports and amplifies the human spirit.

We look forward to seeing you soon,

Diana and Your Sipandship Team

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Our Place Is Your Place

5/31/2020

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We’re all in the process of figuring out how to discover and do things a little differently; developing new habits and daily routines in this new time. Sip and Ship is no different. We are safety vigilant and welcome your daily coffee orders, online returns, mailing and notary needs - all the while keeping you supplied with ways to share kindness and celebrate those you love, in-store and online.
We look forward to connecting with you again soon!
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