Moving Tip 1 - MAKE A LIST

Do yourself a favor - - write it down!  Before you pack even one box, plan a simple record keeping system.  Number each box and make a list of the box contents in a notebook or on a computer printed list of consecutive box numbers.  Keep the list in one central location with all of your labels, marking pens, box tape, and other supplies.  Be specific in your descriptions —  “A-D files” is better than “files”, and “Tulip dishes” not just “misc. kitchen”.

Moving Tip 2 - HAVE ENOUGH SUPPLIES

Have enough packing materials on-hand.  Get more than you think you will need.  Having enough boxes will make your life easier.  Get many more than you think you’ll need.  (If purchased, you can always take them back for a refund if unused, and if you got them free, just toss any leftovers.)  Set aside about 10 to use on moving day for bedding, clothing, cleaning supplies, and other last minute items.  Buy several rolls of strong plastic packing tape, and use unprinted paper or bubble wrap (not newspaper) to wrap household goods.  Whatever you use, have enough so packing can proceed smoothly.

Moving Tip 3 - USE WARDROBE BOXES

Use wardrobe boxes.  Use the 18 inch wardrobe boxes  so your clothing can be moved easily.  Measure every 18 inches of the clothes in your closets to know how many wardrobe boxes you will need.  Order that number, plus a few more to use for comforters, pillows, blankets, closet storage boxes, shoe boxes and other bulky items such as fabric bolts, large baskets, or gift wrap tubes.  Don’t make the boxes too heavy to lift, however.  We don’t want the bottom to fall out and spill it’s contents due to the weight inside the box.