9. Packing Tips

 
PACKING TIPS
 
ESSENTIAL PACKING MATERIALS:
  • furniture pads
  • handtruck or dolly
  • packing tape
  • bubble wrap
  • newspapers or packing paper
  • scissors
  • utility knife
  • labels
  • felt-tip markers
  • cornstarch packing "peanuts"
  • plenty of boxes
 
Pack a "first day" box with items you will need right away…
 
HANDY ITEMS INCLUDE:
 
  • scissors
  • utility knife
  • local phone book
  • coffee cups
  • teakettle
  • instant coffee or tea, soft drinks
  • pencil and paper
  • soap
  • bath towels
  • trash bags
  • shelf liner
  • paper plates
  • snacks
  • toilet paper
  • children's toys and books