Polaroid FAQ

Shipping

Non-apparel products (polaroid prints, postcards, accessories) will be sent out in 0-2 business days via untracked mail.

Please add our 0-2 days processing time to the average mailing time shown below:

Destination Flat rate (CAD)  Average mailing times
Canada $2.00 3-5 business days
USA $3.50 3-10 business days
International $5.00 5-21 business days

 

How does it work?
    1. Determine how many photos you want to print, and if you'd like any add-on items
    2. Send your photos via email to printsfrommyinstax@gmail.com. Make sure you follow our best practices when sending photos for optimal results.
    3. We print your photos, and you wait for your photos to arrive!


    What are the best practices for sending in my photos?

    • Mini polaroids: For best results, please send portrait-orientation photos with all the subjects as close to the middle of the photo as possible. Indicate in your email if there any you portrait/landscape format.
    • Make sure your photos are well-lit
    • Polaroid instax film photos are not made to come out sharp or lifelike in quality, but that's what creates the timeless, nostalgic look!


    How big are the polaroids?

    Mini polaroids: 8.6cm x 5.4cm or 3.4in x 2.1in
    Square polaroids: 8.6cm x 7.2cm or 3.4in x 2.8in


    Should I get mini polaroids, or square polaroids?

    It depends on your needs and preferences! Mini polaroids are more cost effective and are more portable, but square polaroids have better quality and capture more details. Check out our blog post about pros and cons!


    Do you offer pickup?

    Yes we do, for all non-apparel orders. Pickup is in Markham, Ontario. Email us at printsfrommyinstax@gmail.com before your purchase so we can send you a coupon to waive your shipping fee for your non-apparel purchase!


    I need ideas! What photos should I print?

    • You and your loved ones
    • Friends having fun!
    • Favourite (pre-covid) travel/vacation photos
    • Milestone memories (birthdays, anniversaries, monthsaries, or anything in between!)
    • 1 photo memory per month (or week, or day!)
    • Your pet!
    • Food/recipe photos for a journal or cookbook
    • Mementos for a bullet journal
    • Baby's first 12 months


    Where can I use my photos?

    • Proposals: Add some string lights - instant Yes!)
    • Anniversary/Valentine's Day: Add a photo to a card, or gift them a shoebox-full of prints!)
    • Birthday gifts: Print a photo for each year leading up to this year!
    • Thanksgiving: A tangible way to give thanks for what you have!
    • Christmas/Holidays: Perfect for stocking stuffers, gift labels, or holiday greeting cards!
    • Display at: your home, bedroom, dorm room, office or work station, Christmas tree and stockings, your wallet, your fridge, your bathroom... anywhere!
    • You can check out more ideas on our Pinterest page!

    STORE POLICIES

    Please find a list of our store policies below:

    Other questions?

    Please feel free to reach out to us via our Contact form or our email printsfrommyinstax@gmail.com if you have any additional questions or concerns. We typically respond within 1 business day!