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Our New Sandwiches Will Melt Your Heart

9/22/2019

This week Sip and Ship welcomes HomeGrown into our coffee shops. Bringing you more locally farmed and sourced deliciousness to enjoy.

This Thursday from 11:30am-1pm Ballard Sip and Ship will host a FREE food tasting event. Come “Meet Our Partners Pop-Up” where you can sample our new menu items in savory grilled bites and also meet the people behind this certified-organic and agriculturally-sustainable business. One which Sip and Ship couldn’t be more proud to support and present to you with a focus on keeping it local.

Where else in Seattle can you experience such a warm and inviting place to bring your online returns, enjoy a cup of coffee, and freshly grilled sandwich, and pick up a fun birthday gift?! Right here! :)

Sip and Ship is super excited to share our new menu items with you and your family/team!

Sincerely,

Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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"When It Absolutely, Positively Has To Be There…”

9/15/2019

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Don’t forget, Sip and Ship ships FedEx!

When the FedEx Office systems went off-line last week in Ballard and Fremont, the employees there had one solution, and that was to send their customers to Sip and Ship. Some of those customers were surprised to learn that we offered FedEx services, when in-fact, we’ve been honored to offer FedEx since the beginning of Sip and Ship, 17 years ago. Overnight, 2-Day, 3-day, Ground and International shipping, we offer those options -plus, we can ship wine and are more than happy to take your pre-paid packages, too!

“When it absolutely, positively has to be there overnight.” This clever FedEx slogan debuted back in the late 1970’s and after several decades, still holds true today. Sip and Ship ships FedEx whenever we need to help you meet a deadline or move something fragile. We offer FedEx services from both of our store locations to guarantee you reliability, dependability with the added benefit of knowing that when we put a FRAGILE sticker on your package, our FedEx team, handles it with care.

A few years ago, we got a call from an executive in California who wanted to surprise his wife for her 50th birthday. We picked up her favorite cake from Simply Desserts in Fremont and carefully packed it up and shipped it overnight with FedEx. This very special and magical surprise was achieved without a scratch!

It takes solid partnerships like ours with FedEx that allow Sip and Ship to deliver our superpowers to you.

Can’t wait to share a pumpkin spice latte and smiles with you soon!

Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Home Is Where Your Mail Is

9/7/2019

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“Every week, I rely on Sip and Ship for a variety of services that are vital to the smooth running of my non-profit consulting business. From mailboxes, packing and shipping, notary, copying and shredding, I have experienced services that I didn’t even know I needed.” - Jennifer Weber, CFRE, Principal, Cornerstone Consulting, Seattle

“I started out in 2012 simply coming in for coffee at what seemed like a “country store” with hip and retro vibe. That quickly evolved into a business relationship where we keep a mailbox and send and receive multiple packages and depending on my travel schedule, come in 1-2 times a week for lunch or coffee.” - Joe Sullivan, CEO, Market Insights, Inc., Seattle

“The Sip and Ship model suits entrepreneurs and social entrepreneurs like myself beautifully. When I walk into Sip and Ship, I feel like I’m home.” - Dan Austin, Founder/Executive Director, 88Bilkes, Seattle

Having a PO Box (post office box) offers a somewhat flexible solution to your mail needs, but it also comes with its list of cons like limited access, limited storage, and frankly, a PO Box address NOT a street address.

So what makes a private mailbox with a street address better? At Sip and Ship we offer a stable mail and shipping street address - especially if you’re traveling or live in a remote area, don’t have a permanent address, and/or run a small business.

Sip and Ship is the solution to all of your mailing and package, and business service needs. While you’re here, grab a homemade salted-chocolate -chip-cookie, coffee or fresh cold-pressed juice.

We are ready to serve you. Have a great week!
Diana and your friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Online Shopping Ninja 101

9/2/2019

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The next time your online order just isn’t right, here are some ways you can save money and time when you bring it to Sip and Ship.

REUSE and RECYCLE - even if it’s a plastic wrapper or bubble mailer, we are earth-friendly and people-friendly ninjas.
REPURPOSE - if you have a box, let’s find a way to repurpose it!. Even if you think the box you have is too big or too small to fit your item, bring it into Sip and Ship and we’ll help you figure it out by cutting it down or switching it out to best accommodate and protect your item. Very ninja-like!
REPEAT - by coming into Sip and Ship to ship your packages, we routinely use recycled materials whenever we can. Sip and Ship collects and stores a variety of recycled packing materials at our shops. This can be a convenient and easy way for you to earn a 10% savings whenever recycled materials can be used. Ninja-approved!
FREE TAPE - dash in (like a ninja) with your packages and we’ll tape them up for FREE!
WE PRINT YOUR SHIPPING LABELS - don’t have a printer? All out of toner? Email the shop (Ballard or Greenwood) your shipping label, or send us a photo of it. We’ll print them off and get them on your packages. Send your information to ballard@sipandship.com or greenwood@sipandship.com (shippingninja.comstill under construction). Amazon QR return codes can only be processed at UPS stores. Bring in your UPS receipt and get 10% off anything at Sip and Ship.

Sip and Ship saves you time and money in some way every time you visit. Plus, we have yummy coffee and homemade treats for you to enjoy too!
See you soon!
Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team (Ninjas!)

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Direct Your Online Packages To Sip and Ship

8/27/2019

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As many of you know, ordering important stuff online has become a regular daily occurrence. I mean, who could blame you for wanting that baby onesie with the face of your golden retriever embroidered on the chest? Diapers, shoes, feather boas and ukuleles - with this convenience right at our fingertips, it’s no wonder a figure within our industry recently reported that 50 million packages are delivered within the US every day. And, by the year 2023, this volume will double! That is a lot of packages! Which is one reason why Sip and Ship is expanding its Greenwood location and why you’ll want to sign up to have your online orders sent to one of our convenient package receiving/shipping centers. The good news is that if you are reading this email, then you are already signed up! We’re ready to receive your packages! And, for those of you we currently serve, thank you for giving us the opportunity to simplify your life!
Sip and Ship is open 7 days a week M-F 7am-7pm, SAT 8am-5pm SUN 10am-5pm. We look forward to being your package receiving hub.
Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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"With Gold Dust At Your Feet..."

8/12/2019

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As Frank Sinatra sang in the 1940s, “direct your feet to the sunny side of the street... where you’ll find gold dust at your feet…”

The Seattle sunshine towards the end of the summer gives off this feeling to me. And as luck would have it (speaking of sidewalks), this just happens to be the week forBallard’s annual SIDEWALK SALE throughout the neighborhood! For four days from August 15-18 from 11am-6pm, Ballard small businesses feature significant discounts on their specialty merchandise! A great time to stock up on coveted items such as Corkcicle hydration bottles, Jellycat plushies, candles, and other sweet surprises!

While you peruse the Ballard Sip and Ship sidewalk sale, we’ll treat you to a sample of something delicious from our cafe and always have a cold press juice waiting for you too! Happy Hour runs from 2pm-4pm when all of our espresso drinks and homemade treats are $1 off - doubling your pleasure!

“So grab your coat and get your hat, leave your worry on the doorstep…” See you at the sidewalk sale this week. ;)

Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Best Case Scenario?

8/5/2019

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Picture this:
The day begins, it’s a cloudless sky, your dog has been walked and is happily lounging at your feet while you enjoy a delicious cup of coffee. Your teenager has volunteered to mow the lawn, the nest of birds in your front yard begin chirping as they prepare to take flight. You can hear your neighbors laughing and enjoying their morning, and your to-do list has magically faded into you exploring a few more chapters of your new favorite book. Suddenly, the UPS driver greets you at your door with your recent online order “Didn’t I just order this yesterday?” Your day is looking incredibly bright.

Reality check:
It’s raining again, the dog has pooped on your favorite rug and is now barfing on your other favorite rug. There is no coffee in the house, it’s 2pm, and your teenager is still sleeping! The nest of birds are actually crows, that are dive-bombing your neighbors as they attempt to walk by; and that to-do list is now four days old, and where the (beep) is that UPS driver with your recent online order? Your day is looking rough.

Change of perspective:
You signed up for Sip and Ship’s online package receiving service. You received an email that your package was secured which is now waiting for you to pick up at your convenience allowing you to get there on your time with the added bonus of friendly service, delicious coffee and the perfect birthday card and gift for your neighbor. By the way, your teenager is probably still sleeping, but don’t worry, it’s just a phase. :)

Sip and Ship is open 7 days a week M-F 7am-7pm, SAT 8am-5pm, SUN 10am-5pm and we look forward to being your package receiving service to best support your life goals.
Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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NOTARY: Make it Official, Put a Stamp on it at Sip and Ship

7/28/2019

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Summertime or anytime - traveling with kids without your spouse/partner, signing up for a virtual mailbox to support your online or remote business, accepting a new job abroad, selling your boat, getting married/divorced, setting up power of attorney, solidifying a business partnership, or creating a Will are all instances when a notary service comes into play.

Ballard and Greenwood Sip and Ship locations have multiple notaries on staff 7 days a week who are at the ready to help you with any and all of your needs - we can also add a delicious coffee and homemade treat to completely satisfy your visit :)

Helpful things to know:

A valid photo government issued ID is required - usually a drivers license or passport.
No appointment is necessary but it’s always good to call ahead to be sure a notary is staffed during the time you wish to come.
Mobile notary service is available and only a text away to 206-890-9810 or email ballard@sipandship.com or greenwood@sipandship.com to make an appointment. This service begins at $50 plus per stamp fees.
Costs may vary - typically $20 per stamp, $30 when Sip and Ship provides legal language and we also offer witnesses for $5 per signature.
We strongly suggest that you either take a picture of your notarized document or we can have it scanned to your email.

We look forward to providing you with a variety of business services to best support your life goals.

Sincerely,
Diana and your friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Smells Good, Does Good

7/23/2019

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Scents like white pine and hemlock, seagrass and driftwood, cottonwood and oak, cactus flower and fern, and maplewood and moss, are inspired by our great national parks. Yosemite (California), Grand Canyon (Arizona), Acadia (Maine), Glacier (Montana) and The Great Smoky Mountains - these breathtaking landscapes are represented in this new wilderness candle collection. The vessels are uniquely textured, reusable and filled with fragrances you’d experience in the parks. Topped with cherry wood dust covers and crackling wood wicks, you can light strike-anywhere matches right on the vessel to really bring that campfire feeling home.

Best of all, your purchase directly supports the National Parks Foundation with a minimum donation of $25,000 and together our efforts help to protect more than 84 million acres of national parks through conservation and preservation.

As always, Sip and Ship looks forward to supporting you and our national parks in this fun and impactful way.
See you soon,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Happy Campers

7/14/2019

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If you’ve ever been to summer camp, you probably have some pretty amazing memories. Adventures of living in the woods with some of your best friends, swimming, hiking and maybe sailing. Ghost stories around campfires, gooey-smores and lots of silly songs, that most of us can still remember all seven verses! Simply put, summer camp is the perfect summer slice of good-old-fashioned fun!

While your campers get acclimated to their woodsy environment, they LOVE getting mail and packages. It’s a nice surprise and good way for them to feel connected to home that they might be missing. Sip and Ship knows the best ways to get mail and packages handled with care and to your camper in record time. We also have a few items in our shops that you can include in your care package that are practical and just plain fun! After all, a happy camper is the best camper.

We hope you are enjoying your summer - adventure on!

Diana and Your Sip and Ship Team