Moving can be as incredibly stressful as it is exciting! While moving companies can ease the heavy lifting, when it comes to packing it is all on us, and maybe a few great friends.
Believe it or not, Saran Wrap can be your best friend!
Not only can we use it to wrap our cabinets with drawers in them, but we can also use it for our toiletries. Remove the caps and place a small square around the opening for a leak-proof seal!
Add Some Color!
Another way to lessen the stress of moving is a color coding system. When packing your valuables try to label each box, with not only a description of the items inside but with a colored boxing tape as well. For example, you can have all items that reside in the living room in a blue section, the kitchen as red, and the bedrooms as green. This allows a quick and easy way to identify where each box will go.
Check Lists
Having a moving checklist is another great way to stay on task! Not only can you plan the actual moving day but in the weeks leading up to it you can divide and conquer all the tasks that it entails. Having an organized plan of what you need to pack and when helps keep the situation from feeling overwhelming. If you start packing a month in advance doing a section every weekend it allows for a stress-free move!
Pre-Move Check Lists
At least two months in advance, look into moving companies (if you’re using one) and learn about their services and quotes to ensure there are no hidden expenses when it comes time to move!
This is also a great time to start to purge out any unnecessary items in your home! Go through all of your clothes, the garage and closets, and anything you no longer have a need for donate to your local centers.
And last but most importantly, have fun! Try your best not to stress too much about the variables that come along with moving and enjoy the journey into your new home!