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10 dollar store packing hacks you’ve probably never tried

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If you’re planning a vacation soon, you’re probably looking forward to the rest and relaxation — but not packing your suitcase.

The Travel Channel came up with some clever tricks using items from the dollar store that will make packing so much easier! Have you tried any of these hacks? Let us know on Facebook and Twitter.

Read more: No one will believe you paid $1 for these Dollar Tree finds

These packing tricks will change the way you travel

  • Attach a clothespin near the head of your toothbrush to keep it off counters
  • Use a floatie around a wine bottle to keep it from breaking in your suitcase
  • Put a binder clip over the tip of a razor to avoid cutting your fingers
  • Fill up a spare contact lens case with lotion
  • Store your hair straightener in an oven mitt
  • Never misplace your jewelry by putting it in a pill box
  • Put your shoes inside a shower cap to keep your clothes clean
  • Use a hair clip to keep cords tangle free
  • Put your necklace through a straw to keep it from tangling
  • Place several dryer sheets in your luggage to keep everything smelling fresh

Read more: Use this packing trick to avoid a checked bag fee

 

This post was last modified on July 20, 2017 1:17 pm

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