One of our staff, Angie Minnaert makes these and staff members Keisha and Liz help with the painting. This hammock belongs to Polo, one of our volunteers, Connie Phillis' cat. Her cat Marco now is requesting her to purchase one for him too as Polo has laid claim to this one. This item 'can' be shipped but we do not know what the cost will be and you would have to assemble it. If you are in NE Iowa you can pick them up fully assembled. Please know you will have to assemble them if they are mailed.