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How GE Designs Preorders Work (Shipping, Delays & Expectations)

Last updated on Nov 14, 2025

Preorders allow you to secure popular GE Designs items before they arrive. Because many involve fabric production, they follow different timelines than regular in-stock orders.

Here’s everything you need to know.


1. What Is a Preorder?

A preorder is an item purchased before it is in stock.

Preorders are common for:

  • Fabric-based kits

  • Retreat boxes

  • Books and pattern collections

  • Seasonal boxes (Advent, Holiday, etc.)


2. When Will My Preorder Ship?

Every preorder has a ship window listed on the product page.

For live timelines:

πŸ‘‰ Preorder & Retreat Status Page


3. Why Ship Dates Sometimes Change

Ship windows may shift due to:

  • Fabric mill delays

  • Vendor production timing

  • Freight/labor delays

  • Large quantities during peak season

When this happens, we update:

  • The product page

  • The Status Page

  • Verbally on our Tipsy Tuesday and Happy Friday shows.

We prefer transparency β€” even if dates move.


4. Combined Shipping (Preorder + In-Stock Items)

If your order includes both preorder and in-stock items:

βœ” Your entire order ships together

This prevents double shipping charges and keeps your order consolidated.

If you want to get the in-stock item immediately, then ensure you place your orders seperately.


5. Updating Your Shipping Address

You can update your address before your label is created.

Use:

πŸ‘‰ Change or Cancel My Order


6. How We Communicate Preorder Updates

We use:

  • The πŸ‘‰ Preorder Status Page

  • Product page updates

  • Email notifications for major changes

  • Updates on our weekly live shows on Youtube: Tipsy Tuesday and Happy Friday

We do not require you to check in β€” we proactively update timelines.


7. Need Help With a Preorder?

We’re happy to assist:

help@gequiltdesigns.com

(952) 361-9772