Vacuum packing for storage and travel

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I initially used this technique to pack my suitcases for a big trip with lots to carry--now it's my standard way to put clothes away and save space. I feel a little guilty because it's lots of fun...

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Space-saving Vacuum Packing for Storage

Putting away winter clothes and bulky items in a way that SAVES 75% OF YOUR SPACE! (AND IT’S FUN…)

By M.E. Chatwin

Winter coats—down or wool--take a fraction of the space they would with other storage techniques.

1-2-3 Basics: what you need to get ready: 1. standard vacuum cleaner

2. Plastic tape prepared ahead, to quickly seal the vacuum packages.

3. Ideal plastic bags have drawstring

Ten flannel shirts and wool sweaters become a small package

Insert the vacuum nozzle in the bag between clothes and turn it on. Avoid nozzle sucking the bag.

Tape: rapidly twist vacuumed bag to seal; fold back string to tape

Two heavy wool rugs with twisted opening and taped: ¼ the space!

Polar vests and wool coats

Diminished size to ¼…

Before and after terry bathrobe

Saves 75% storage space!

Clothes are all tucked away and there’s room for more…

THIS REDUCES THE NEED FOR MOTH/MITE PROTECTION—ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!

YOUR SUMMER DAYS WILL BE LESS CLUTTERED WITH WOOL AND BULK PACKED AWAY!

DO THIS WITH EIDERDOWNS, COMFORTERS AND BLANKETS AND ANY PILLOWS YOU DON’T NEED!

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