Print donation sign up sheet - all proceeds go to charity!

Corry · Sep 7, 2005

terri said:
I've not had to ship anything overseas; should that happen it will obviously bump up my costs. But again, it's for the Red Cross and this is how I am donating. I've shipped all over the US and don't think I've ever paid more than $5-6, including several images for print exchanges.

Corry, when you go pick out your mat, pick up a sheet of foam core to use for backing. It's dirt cheap (30x32 board for $2) and you use a razor knife to cut a piece to size. It's lightweight and will also protect your photo. Slip it all into a padded envelope and you're done.

I already have the matte...my boyfriend has some foam core...I was planning on asking him about that, cuz I seem to remember him telling me to use that stuff once upon a time when I was inquiring on the matting process.

Thanks.

Artemis · Sep 7, 2005

core_17 said:
I wouldn't be too terribly worried about it, Arty.

Hey people...is there someway we can all go and find out how much it is to ship to different places? And for Arty...couldn't he have a provision that says 'only ships to the UK', or something..or would that be too much of a pain in the butt.

I'm not too worried anymore about the costs either, though I am pretty curious how much it will cost for me to ship. What I've figured up so far...it cost me about $5 to have my shot printed and shipped (though I have not yet recieved it to tell the quality), and under $2 for the matte. I'm gonna have to find me an 11x14 mailer somewhere, but I'm sure that's not more than a couple bucks, either. So all that leaves is shipping.

Thanks corri...yeh UK only would be fine, its just im scraping for money and needing to pay for my guitar, and need to get my website set up asap...I know that sounds so shallow as the money could be spent donating, but otherwise I could loose what I have for cheap atm

Artemis · Sep 7, 2005

Perhaps I could use my printer...or would that not be right?

Corry · Sep 7, 2005

Artemis said:
Perhaps I could use my printer...or would that not be right?

Does it print to archival type of quality?

Artemis · Sep 7, 2005

Its the Photosmart 8450...

Corry · Sep 7, 2005

Arty, just answer this question...does it print good enough quality that, if you saw it in a store, would you think it was good enough to buy and hang in your home?

Artemis · Sep 7, 2005

Its a complete 8 ink photographic printer....so I think so...and the quality always looks good to me...

Karalee · Sep 7, 2005

Well heres my take on situation. I had always thought that the mailing process of the auction was going to be considered part of your donation also. Ebay does cover listing fees if 100% of the proceeds go to charity. That being said, if you don't think you can afford the shipping charges and want to drop out, then please send me a PM by the end of the day and let me know. For those of you who may be scraping to send your print because of something weird i.e Meysha has to send hers to Afghanistan or something

lol: ) I would be willing to help her out with my own money to help cover postage.

Just to put things back in to perspective, don't forget the actual reason were doing this. Turn the news on or go to cnn.com, and it should jog your memory.

Kara OUT! :salute:

Artemis · Sep 7, 2005

I remember, but I just dont have the cash I dont think...

Meysha · Sep 7, 2005

I understand where you're coming from Dan. If you really want to only post to the UK then that should be ok... no one's forcing anyone here. But Kara is organising it, and it might just be too much of a hassle for her.

Ok Memory jogged for myself. Adrian said he'd pay for my postage if I couldn't, but he also said - what are the chances of someone buying it? :-(

*sarcastic* Aww I have a sweet boyfriend. :meh:

Karalee · Sep 8, 2005

Ok people, so far I have received all that I need from the following people:

Terri :cheer:, Anua :cheers:, Picksure :hug::, LizM :thumbup:, Jeff Canes :salute:, Darin3200 :thumbsup:, Meysha :hugs: and Blackdogs :hail: .

I'm still waiting for some titles to some lovely pictures and a bio from Photogoddess.
Still waiting to hear back from DigitalMatt.
Havent heard anything from Santino.
Still waiting for Core_17 to decide on a print and PM me the jpeg.
Waiting to hear from Artemis as to whether or not he is participating.
Hobbes did you find the frame thing you were looking for?
Luminosity must still be busy with grain, as I haven't heard back yet.

I want to try get these going this weekend so please please PLEASE get back to me folks :mrgreen:.

Artemis · Sep 8, 2005

Meysha said:
I understand where you're coming from Dan. If you really want to only post to the UK then that should be ok... no one's forcing anyone here. But Kara is organising it, and it might just be too much of a hassle for her.

Ok Memory jogged for myself. Adrian said he'd pay for my postage if I couldn't, but he also said - what are the chances of someone buying it? :-(

*sarcastic* Aww I have a sweet boyfriend. :meh:

Theres other wish in the sea that im sure wouldnt mind... :sexywink:

*hits on Meysha*

Meysha · Sep 8, 2005

Ow dan!!! That's gonna bruise now. :-(

Artemis · Sep 8, 2005

Meysha said:
Ow dan!!! That's gonna bruise now. :-(

meh youll get over it

I think If I could do it to UK only id like it...I may be alright if I print em myself, should be good enough quality...

Karalee · Sep 9, 2005

Ok Ive sent individual PM's out to those of you who I still need a thing or 2 back from. Thanks for putting up with my massive amount of PM's Ive been sending out this week :lol:

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The next thing that we need to decide on is what charity(s) we want to donate to. I know the American Red Cross is one a lot of people agree on, but were open for suggestions on other charities too. Heres a link to search for charities listed with missionfish if you have one in particular your thinking of.