USPS Shipping Supplies for Resellers: What Treecat Sellers Should Know Before Q4

If you sell online, small shipping costs can add up fast. In a recent Treecat PSA-style update, Michelle shared a helpful reminder for resellers: USPS offers free shipping supplies that can save you money, especially before Q4 ramps up.

Here’s a clean breakdown of what was shared, plus a few practical notes for sellers using platforms like Poshmark.

1. USPS Offers Free Shipping Supplies

For many resellers, one of the easiest ways to cut costs is to use the free supplies available through USPS.

Common free items include:

• Priority Mail boxes
• Priority Mail envelopes
• Padded flat rate envelopes
• Some legal-size envelopes
• Other USPS-approved mailers

These supplies can be ordered online and delivered directly to your home, which makes restocking simple and convenient.

2. Why This Matters for Poshmark Sellers

A major point from the transcript is that Poshmark sellers can use USPS free supplies, while sellers on some other platforms may need to provide their own packaging.

That means if you're shipping Poshmark orders, you may be able to avoid spending money on:

• Poly mailers
• Boxes
• Certain packaging materials

Instead, you can use USPS Priority Mail supplies to keep fulfillment costs down.

3. How to Order USPS Supplies Online

Ordering is straightforward:

1. Go to the USPS website
2. Search for “Order Supplies”
3. Visit the USPS Postal Store
4. Choose the items you need
5. Have them shipped to your door

This is especially useful for sellers who want to stock up before holiday sales begin picking up.

4. A Quick Note on Tape and Extras

The transcript also mentions tape, bubble wrap, and other shipping accessories. While USPS does sell some of these items, they are not always free.

A few takeaways:

• Boxes and envelopes are often free
• Tape may be available for purchase, not always free
• Bubble wrap and similar items are typically paid supplies

So it’s smart to focus on the free items USPS clearly offers, rather than assuming every shipping supply will cost nothing.

5. Get Ready for Q4 Early

The biggest takeaway is timing. If you sell online, now is the time to order supplies before Q4 gets busy.

Getting ahead of demand can help you:

• Avoid last-minute shipping stress
• Reduce packaging expenses
• Stay organized as order volume increases

For resellers, a little preparation now can make a big difference later.

6. Final Thoughts for Treecat Sellers

This PSA is a simple but valuable reminder: check USPS for free shipping supplies before spending your own money on packaging.

If you sell on Poshmark, especially, this can be an easy way to save. Stock up early, stay efficient, and be ready for the busy season ahead.