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1. Tear out the pages in a phone book to wrap breakables.
![Use phone book pages when moving and packing](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/phone-book.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
2. Label boxes with brightly colored duct tape to easily identify where they go.
![Label boxes when moving for easy identification](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/label-boxes.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via Super Money
3. Place styrofoam plates in between breakable plates to keep them safe.
![Pack plates in styrofoam plates when moving](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/styrofoam-plates-425x292.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via The Frugal Girls
4. Take a photo of connected electronics before the move to know how to reconnect them.
![Take pictures of connected cables when moving](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/cables-connected.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
5. Use plastic wrap under lids to seal opened bottles.
![Use plastic wrap under caps of opened bottles](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/plasticwraparoundshampoobottles-425x319.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
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6. Wrap breakables in clothing and linens.
![wrap breakables in linens and towels when moving](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/enhanced-buzz-27858-1368544578-10-425x319.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
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7. Use empty wine boxes for packing wine glasses.
![Use wine boxes to pack wine glasses](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wine-glasses.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
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8. Save on moving boxes by using luggage.
![save money on moving boxes by using luggage](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/books-in-suitcase.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
9. Rub a bar of white soap over nail holes to make them less visible.
![Use white bar soap to cover mail holes](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/bar-soap.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via Joyfully Home
10. Cut a hole in the bottom of a trash bag and slip hangers through.
![use a trash bag to move hanging clothes easier](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/trash-bag-clothes.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via Budget Dumpster
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11. Keep silverware together by wrapping the entire holder in plastic wrap.
![Wrap silverware in the tray with plastic wrap](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/silverware-plastic-wrap.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via Wildcat Movers
12. Arrange plates vertically in boxes to avoid damage.
13. Pack electric cords in empty toilet paper rolls.
![pack cord in empty toilet paper tubes](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/toilet-paper-roll-cord-holder_zpsd973fd92-425x326.jpg?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via Answer Bag
14. Create handles by cutting out upside-down triangles three inches from the top of a box.
![cut hand holes in boxes for easy moving](https://prod-cdn-thekrazycouponlady.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Screen-Shot-2015-08-04-at-11.15.13-AM-425x515.png?auto=format&fit=fill&q=25)
Via Martha Stewart
15. Put the items you’ll need right away in a laundry basket.
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