Packing Tips for the Do-It-Yourselfer

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Kitchen Items

The kitchen table is a great spot to pack all of your kitchen items. But before you start, we suggest covering the table with a blanket or padding to prevent scratching the table.

Flatware

1. Place a stack of packing paper on the table.
2. Select a medium sized box and line the bottom of the box with several layers of paper or padding for cushioning of your items.
3. Place your first plate in the center of a sheet of packing paper.

   

4. Using at least two sheets of paper, grasp one corner of the paper and pull it completely over the plate.
5. Stack a second plate on top of the first plate and stretch the second corner over the second plate.

      

6. Next, add a third plate to the current stack and fold the remaining two corners, one at a time, over your stack of plates.

   

7. Re-wrap the entire stack, then seal with masking tape.
8. Turn the entire stack of plates upside down onto your packing paper.

   

9. Place your wrapped plates in your box so that your plates are standing on edge. Never lay flatware down. Your dishes can withstand greater stress during the move when they are standing.
10. Follow these same steps for all flatware including; saucers, bread or butter dishes etc..
    Remember: When packing to place heavy items on the bottom and lighter items on top.

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