<\/span>1. Have Packing Supplies at the Ready<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nYou will surely want to make sure you pack your shoes in the best possible way. To do so, you\u2019ll firstly want to get the supplies you\u2019ll need. Consider using the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Large moving boxes<\/li>\n
- Old shoe boxes<\/li>\n
- Packing paper<\/li>\n
- Marker<\/li>\n
- Packing tape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>2. Reduce Space by Purging Your Shoe Collection<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nWhen moving, it\u2019s a good idea to go through your shoes and decide whether there are some that you could dispose of. Chances are you have plenty of items of footwear you\u2019re not wearing regularly, so why not do a purge? Consider saying goodbye to those shoes you really like but which are so worn-out now. And what about the seasonal shoes that are not going to be climate-friendly in the new area you\u2019re moving to? The practical thing to do is to have a good look at all this footwear and think about the best ways to dispose of them. Consider donating some pairs to charity if they are still in good condition, or to toss them if they\u2019re not. If possible, recycle them properly instead of just throwing them in the trash. This way, you are only hanging on to those pairs of shoes that are still in good shape and that you will wear again \u2014 and you are saving space while moving.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>3. Group Shoes by Type <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nTake at least an hour \u2014 or more if you own an impressive collection of footwear \u2014 to go through all your shoes. You can group them into several categories: casual, seasonal, formal and maybe others. You can even go a step further and sort them into boots, sneakers, high heels, stiletto shoes, flip-flops, slippers, etc. This will help you pack your shoes more easily.<\/p>\n
<\/span>4. Make Sure Shoes Are Clean and Dry <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nMake sure your shoes are clean before you start packing them. If you\u2019re moving long-distance, you might like to think about putting your footwear into self storage<\/a>. Remove dust and dirt from your shoes and look out for those pesky bits of stone embedded in the soles that can cause damage later on. Additionally, as you\u2019re moving to a new home, you\u2019ll surely want to start with a clean slate, and unpacking things that are clean and ready to be worn adds to that good feeling.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s important that your shoes are dry before packing them to avoid any mold developing while they\u2019re being moved. You could spray them with anti-bacterial spray or perhaps use rubbing alcohol. Powder the insides to eliminate any moisture. A similar effect can be attained by placing fragrant tea bags inside the shoes. This will keep them fresh when you unpack them in your new home. Think lavender, mint or orange scented teabags. Additionally, the night before moving day, let them air dry.<\/p>\n
<\/span>5. Stuff Shoes With Crumpled Paper or With Socks<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>2. Reduce Space by Purging Your Shoe Collection<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nWhen moving, it\u2019s a good idea to go through your shoes and decide whether there are some that you could dispose of. Chances are you have plenty of items of footwear you\u2019re not wearing regularly, so why not do a purge? Consider saying goodbye to those shoes you really like but which are so worn-out now. And what about the seasonal shoes that are not going to be climate-friendly in the new area you\u2019re moving to? The practical thing to do is to have a good look at all this footwear and think about the best ways to dispose of them. Consider donating some pairs to charity if they are still in good condition, or to toss them if they\u2019re not. If possible, recycle them properly instead of just throwing them in the trash. This way, you are only hanging on to those pairs of shoes that are still in good shape and that you will wear again \u2014 and you are saving space while moving.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>3. Group Shoes by Type <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nTake at least an hour \u2014 or more if you own an impressive collection of footwear \u2014 to go through all your shoes. You can group them into several categories: casual, seasonal, formal and maybe others. You can even go a step further and sort them into boots, sneakers, high heels, stiletto shoes, flip-flops, slippers, etc. This will help you pack your shoes more easily.<\/p>\n
<\/span>4. Make Sure Shoes Are Clean and Dry <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nMake sure your shoes are clean before you start packing them. If you\u2019re moving long-distance, you might like to think about putting your footwear into self storage<\/a>. Remove dust and dirt from your shoes and look out for those pesky bits of stone embedded in the soles that can cause damage later on. Additionally, as you\u2019re moving to a new home, you\u2019ll surely want to start with a clean slate, and unpacking things that are clean and ready to be worn adds to that good feeling.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s important that your shoes are dry before packing them to avoid any mold developing while they\u2019re being moved. You could spray them with anti-bacterial spray or perhaps use rubbing alcohol. Powder the insides to eliminate any moisture. A similar effect can be attained by placing fragrant tea bags inside the shoes. This will keep them fresh when you unpack them in your new home. Think lavender, mint or orange scented teabags. Additionally, the night before moving day, let them air dry.<\/p>\n
<\/span>5. Stuff Shoes With Crumpled Paper or With Socks<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nTake at least an hour \u2014 or more if you own an impressive collection of footwear \u2014 to go through all your shoes. You can group them into several categories: casual, seasonal, formal and maybe others. You can even go a step further and sort them into boots, sneakers, high heels, stiletto shoes, flip-flops, slippers, etc. This will help you pack your shoes more easily.<\/p>\n
<\/span>4. Make Sure Shoes Are Clean and Dry <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nMake sure your shoes are clean before you start packing them. If you\u2019re moving long-distance, you might like to think about putting your footwear into self storage<\/a>. Remove dust and dirt from your shoes and look out for those pesky bits of stone embedded in the soles that can cause damage later on. Additionally, as you\u2019re moving to a new home, you\u2019ll surely want to start with a clean slate, and unpacking things that are clean and ready to be worn adds to that good feeling.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s important that your shoes are dry before packing them to avoid any mold developing while they\u2019re being moved. You could spray them with anti-bacterial spray or perhaps use rubbing alcohol. Powder the insides to eliminate any moisture. A similar effect can be attained by placing fragrant tea bags inside the shoes. This will keep them fresh when you unpack them in your new home. Think lavender, mint or orange scented teabags. Additionally, the night before moving day, let them air dry.<\/p>\n
<\/span>5. Stuff Shoes With Crumpled Paper or With Socks<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
It\u2019s important that your shoes are dry before packing them to avoid any mold developing while they\u2019re being moved. You could spray them with anti-bacterial spray or perhaps use rubbing alcohol. Powder the insides to eliminate any moisture. A similar effect can be attained by placing fragrant tea bags inside the shoes. This will keep them fresh when you unpack them in your new home. Think lavender, mint or orange scented teabags. Additionally, the night before moving day, let them air dry.<\/p>\n
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