Shipping policy

đź’› Overview

At Blue Elm Prints & Boutique, every graphic is made to order. Your apparel isn’t pulled from a shelf — it’s created specifically for you. Most designs require us to order blank apparel, prepare your custom graphics, and complete printing before your item can ship. This handcrafted process ensures quality and consistency, but it also affects shipping timelines.

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🖨️ Made‑to‑Order Production Time

Our production process begins shortly after your order is placed. This includes:

• Ordering blank apparel
• Preparing your custom graphics
• Printing and curing your design
• Quality checks before packaging


Standard production time:

• 5–7 business days for regular orders
• Extended turnaround for bulk/group orders depending on quantity and design complexity

  • All orders must be paid in full before or at time of delivery


Production time is separate from shipping time and must be completed before USPS receives your package.

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📦 Shipping Method

All orders are shipped through USPS using the most reliable and cost‑effective service available for your package type.

Typical USPS delivery windows:

• First Class Mail: 3–5 business days
• Priority Mail: 2–3 business days
• Priority Mail Express: 1–2 business days


Delivery times are estimates provided by USPS and may vary due to weather, holidays, or carrier delays.

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đźšš Shipping & Production Timeline

Your total order timeline includes production time + USPS delivery time.

Example:
If production takes 5–7 business days and USPS Priority Mail takes 2–3 business days, your estimated total timeline is:

7–10 business days from order to delivery.

Bulk orders may extend this timeline depending on apparel availability and printing volume.

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📬 Tracking Your Order

Once your order ships, you will receive a USPS tracking number via email. Tracking updates may take 24–48 hours to appear in the USPS system.

If tracking shows delays or no movement, you can request help through USPS tracking support.

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🛑 Lost, Delayed, or Stolen Packages

We rely on USPS for safe delivery, but once a package is scanned into their system, it becomes the responsibility of the carrier.

If your package is:

• Delayed: Please allow additional time, especially during holidays or severe weather.
• Marked as delivered but missing: Contact USPS or your local post office for assistance.
• Lost in transit: We will help you file a claim with USPS and determine next steps.

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🏡 Local Pickup & Delivery

We proudly offer local delivery within 15 miles of ZIP code 58045 for customers who prefer a convenient, close‑to‑home option.

Local Delivery Details

• Deliveries are made to the address provided at checkout.
• Packages will be placed in a protective poly mailer to keep items safe from weather and moisture.
• Your order will be left next to your front or side door, unless another drop‑off location is requested.
• You will receive a delivery confirmation message once your order has been dropped off.


Local delivery follows the same 5–7 business day production timeline, with extended time for bulk orders.

  • All orders must be paid in full before or at time of delivery

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🌎 Shipping Locations

We currently ship within the United States. 

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đź“® Address Accuracy

Please double‑check your shipping or delivery address at checkout. We are not responsible for delays or lost packages due to incorrect or incomplete addresses provided by the customer.

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đź’¬ Questions

If you have any questions about shipping, delivery, or production timelines, email us at:
Blueelmprints.boutique@gmail.com