How to Send a Garden Gnome

Garden gnomes are small figurine statues that originated in Germany around the 19th century. Over time they have spread across the world as a popular yard decoration. Traditionally gnomes are crafted from terracotta and painted once hard, but newer statues may be made from concrete. Because of their small size, usually 6 inches to 2 feet in height, garden gnomes are simple to package and ship.

Medium-sized shipping box
Large shipping box
Bubble wrap
Styrofoam packing peanuts
Packing tape
Shipping address

Instructions

- 1
  Drape the garden gnome in several layers of bubble wrap. Wind the wrap around the gnome in tight passes, paying special attention to any protruding parts of the statue.
- 2
  Place the gnome into a medium-sized shipping box. Fill all empty space in the box with Styrofoam packing peanuts.
- 3
  Seal the medium-sized shipping box with packing tape. Build a thick layer of packing peanuts in the bottom of the large shipping box.
- 4
  Place the medium-sized box inside the large box, and fill all empty space with packing peanuts. Seal the large box with packing tape.
- 5
  Bring the package, along with the shipping address, to your preferred parcel service. Write out a shipping label and place it in a prominent location on the box. Also include a legitimate return address.
- 6
  Give the box to a shipping clerk to have it weighed. Select your desired shipping option (1-day air, expedited or standard) and pay the required fees.
- 7
  Obtain a receipt and leave the package with the shipping clerk.

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