The Perfect Time For Sipping

Diana Naramore • February 27, 2022

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Nine cups of latte art with white heart designs arranged in a 3x3 grid
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When we were twenty-somethings climbing the corporate ladder, my then-boyfriend and now-husband Steve and I would connect and commensurate over copious cups of coffee. Later on, as new parents, up way too early with a teething infant, or today as business partners (and still parents without a playbook), sharing a cup of coffee every morning together has been a mainstay in our relationship some 20 years later.

It’s also a critical element in our business. Sipping coffee at Sip and Ship provides a sense of comfort while tackling difficult shipping dilemmas or cozily cradling warmth from the cup in the palm of your hands while discovering the perfect card and gift to send to a dear friend battling cancer, celebrating a birthday, or the merriment of life milestones.
Our team couldn’t be happier to share this welcoming experience with you whenever you visit our shops. This makes today even more special because we’d love to hear from you to learn how we can better serve you.

With just a quick click and submit, please indicate your preferred coffee shop hours below:
7am-2pm
8am-3pm
9am-3pm

Your vote will affect both Ballard and Greenwood Sip and Ship locations. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to getting a cup back in your hands very soon.

Gold thank-you card with orange flower and blue leaves, next to a black pen on a white surface
Stack of chocolate chip cookies on parchment paper, lit warmly on a wooden table
White gift box with a purple ribbon bow on a table, beside a small card with a black illustration

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