Packing hangers is an often overlooked but essential aspect of preparing for a move. If done incorrectly, you can take up a lot more space than necessary and create added stress during what is already a chaotic time. In this blog post, we will walk you through how to pack hangers so that you can save space in your luggage. Let's get started!
Take Inventory of What You Have
First, take inventory of what you have. How many blouses are you packing? How many pairs of pants? How many skirts? Etc. This will help you determine how much space you need to allot for your clothing on hangers.
Pack The Essentials
Another way to make the most of your space when packing hangers is to pack only the essentials. This may mean leaving behind some clothes that you love, but it's important to remember that you're limited by space. So if you want to make the most of your new space, focus on packing only the essentials. Consider donating or selling cumbersome clothing items that take up a lot of space (and that you don’t often wear).
Use Bobby Pins
This is one of the first things people searching for how to pack hangers will come across. If you have trouble with your hangers getting tangled together, use bobby pins to keep them in place. Simply clip the bobby pins onto the top of the hanger, and voila! No more tangles.
Make a Hanger Mobile
Put all of your hangers in a suitcase if you are really short on space. This way, you can easily wheel them from your old home to your new home, and you won't have to juggle them.
The Garbage Bag Trick
Are you looking to pack your clothes quickly and efficiently? The garbage bag trick is the perfect solution. Simply take a clean garbage bag, poke a small hole in the bottom, and pull it upwards over several pieces of clothing on hangers. Close the bag over the bottom of your clothes and tie its handles in a knot. That's it; you're done! This quick and easy method is perfect for packing clothes quickly and efficiently, with minimal effort.
Don't Just Throw Them Them In Boxes
Sure, some people may tell you that the best way to pack up your hangers is to chuck them haphazardly into a cardboard box. But as anyone who's ever tried this knows, hangers have a knack for getting tangled up with each other.
Not to mention, they can easily get bent out of shape or broken during the move. Besides, think of all the wasted storage space – an entire medium to large-sized box full of nothing but randomly placed hangers.
If you're looking for a more efficient way to pack up your hangers, try this method: First, take all of the plastic and wire hangers out of your closet and group them together. Then, use bags or stretch wrap to secure the hangers together in bundles of 30 to 40.
Label each bundle with the type of hanger it contains (e.g., "plastic shirt hangers" or "wire coat hangers"), and pack them upright in medium to large size boxes. This will not only save you time and frustration when it comes time to unpack, but it will also keep your hangers from getting damaged or tangled in transit.
Bunch Items Together
Can you bunch multiple items on one hanger? This is a great way to save space. For example, you can bunch multiple shirts together or fold a sweater over a hanger. This works especially well for skirts. Simply take a skirt and slip the hanger through the waistband. Then, fold it over the hanger so that it's lying flat. This also keeps your clothes wrinkle-free.
Rubber Bands
All you need for this packing hack is a rubber band. First, gather a bundle of hangers and fasten them with the rubber band. Then, vertically stack them in your box, with the hooks pointing up. This will prevent them from getting tangled and help you maximize your space. This is an option for both wire and plastic hangers.
This idea works best for people who have already used the rest of their hangers in the other ways we discussed. Rubber bands will help secure any extra you have.
Conclusion
Now you know how to pack hangers properly! Clearly, this doesn't have to be a difficult task. By following these simple tips, you can maximize your space and keep your clothes safe during the move or if you're just storing them away for a while in general.