Teach Soap

Hey all,

Background:
I am new here and new to soaping....in fact I've never made soap in my life. But I plan to.
So I was doing my research and was very impressed by SFIC Soap Base, as many people are. So I asked them for a shipping quote for their minimum (250lb) of soap... the shipping was $250!

The Question:
What is the cheapest way to get SFIC to Canada?

Thanks in advance,
Cait

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That I don't know but welcome!

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Irena
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Hey There,

That stinks....where in Canada are you?

I am in Ontario =)

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Shipping can be quite expensive. My daughter-in-law's family lives near Toronto and anything other than gift cards is too expensive to mail and Canada's VAT is another issue to deal with.

I love Brambleberrys's site and products, but when it comes to a large order, I use a company that somehow manages to offer free shipping. (prices are comparable). I much prefer using a small business rather than a large company, but $$ are very persuasive.

If you live close to the border, I suggest you have a shipment sent to a pre-determined Postal site whether US or private like Mail Box Etc..

Lastly, I would plan your order very carefully.

OK, great tips! Thanks everyone!

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I'm in Ontario too and yeah, I'd love to try SFIC's soaps but yes, the shipping - like most things coming out of the US is ridiculous. I can order stuff from China and get free express shipping so why can't I in NA? I really don't like Stephenson's. The clear isn't all that clear and it sets up insanely fasts. Take the plastic off the container out of the microwave and *bam* there's almost an instant film cover on top of the soap. It makes it a pain to pour and wasteful to boot. About the only hope would be able to convince New Directions - or some other soap supplier - to see if they could bring it in on a trial basis at least.