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Packaging Your Clothes for a Move

Having wrinkled clothing during travels is very common to most of us, but there is a way to keep your clothes looking nice even when you are traveling.
by SteveClauson


Having wrinkled clothing during travels is very common to most of us, but there is a way to keep your clothes looking nice even when you are traveling.

By following these quick, simple steps your clothes will have less chance of wrinkling and more chance of coming of coming out the way we want.

One such way to keep your clothes looking wrinkle free is to roll your clothes. By rolling your clothes it keeps creases at bay and stops wrinkles from forming.

Another option is to fold two articles of clothing together. When you fold the garments together there is added cushion which makes it less likely to form strong creases or cause strong wrinkles in the clothing.

You can also use tissue paper with your clothing articles. For delicate items, such as nightwear, you can fold tissue paper with it to act as a barrier against hard lines and wrinkles.

Pack your jeans or other clothing you choose not to roll on the bottom of your suitcase. It is a good idea to place your heavier items on the bottom of the suitcase too because you do not want to place them on top to wrinkle or press down on your other clothing.

Rolled up clothing should go on the top layers of your suitcase. You need to place your most delicate clothing articles on the top.

Once you are finally packed, be sure that it does not have too much free room to move your clothing around too much in the suitcase. If it does, fill up the extra space with something lightweight that will keep your clothing you packed in place so it does not unroll and become undone.

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