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Packing workflow

Thermal Printer Thank-You Notes for Resellers

A simple packing insert can make your reseller brand feel more professional without slowing down shipping.

By Chris Taylor - Updated May 28, 2026 - 7 min read

What to print

Keep the insert short enough to read in two seconds. A thermal printer is best for repeatable notes, QR codes to allowed support pages, packing checklists, and order-specific reminders.

Use plain language. The note should sound like a real seller packed the order, not a marketing postcard.

  • Thank you for supporting our small store.
  • If anything is wrong, message us through eBay before opening a return.
  • We pack and ship carefully, and feedback helps small sellers.
  • Store name and support-safe contact path.

What to avoid

Do not offer discounts or gifts in exchange for positive feedback. Do not ask buyers to bypass eBay messages for order issues. Do not include anything that looks like feedback manipulation.

If you include a coupon or repeat-buyer note, keep it neutral and make sure it follows the marketplace rules that apply to your account.

Packing station workflow

Store a roll of small labels next to the shipping label printer. Print notes in batches, keep them beside mailers, and add them only after the order is matched to the item.

The note should not slow fulfillment. If it adds more than a few seconds per package, simplify the copy or preprint the labels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to common seller questions about this workflow.

Yes, sellers can generally ask buyers to leave feedback, but the request should be neutral. Do not offer rewards, pressure the buyer, or ask only for positive feedback.
Many sellers use small 2x3 or 2x4 labels for short inserts. A 4x6 label also works if you want a larger packing slip style note, but it costs more label space per order.

About the author

Chris Taylor is the founder of FlowLister and a full-time eBay reseller. He's sold on eBay since 2020 and runs Taylor Family Store with 4,000+ active listings, most of it sourced through Kingman Estates, his family's BBB-accredited estate-liquidation business in Mohave County, Arizona. He founded Taylor Family Software, the Christian-owned studio behind FlowLister, and mentors local teens through Tools for Teens. Every tool review here is tested on real inventory, not press releases. More about Chris →