Popsugar Living Home Organization Packing Hacks to Save Space 16 Packing Hacks That Will Save You Space November 22, 2016 by Ashley Paige @mikaelajoanne testing out the Forest edition for @vinta.co #camerabag . #travelbag #photogear #cameragear #liveauthentic #livefolk #leather #travelbackpack #backpack #travelgear #packandgo #canon_photos #canon #gear #style #lifeofadventure #adventuregear #alwayschasingadventure #adventurethatislife #hiking #landscape #goorinbros @goorinbros #hats #fedora #womenphotographer #wanderfolk #wanderlust #welltraveled #wildernessculture #wildlifephotography A photo posted by Victor Soto (@hello.vic) on Jan 8, 2016 at 5:58am PST As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. When it comes to overfilling suitcases, we've ALL been there. You need this, this, this, and — oh! — definitely that. Before you know it, the bulk of your luggage may trick the average passersby into thinking there are a few humans hiding within. In the interest of saving space (and your arm from falling off), we've rounded up 16 amazing packing hacks ahead. Rest easy! 1 Devise a list. Time to get started on my packing list! #geauxwild #geauxwildorgeauxhome #nola #pgw #ecfgw #packinglist A photo posted by Julie Garza (@julies_plans) on Apr 28, 2016 at 9:16am PDT If you create a list of things you need to pack beforehand, you're less likely to go overboard when it comes time to do the deed. Remember — essentials only! 2 Roll your clothes. 10 days worth. Tshirts on one side, dress shirts on the other. California, here I come 🌴🌴🌴! #packlikearockstar #howtopack #howtopacklikearockstar #howtopacklikeapro #suitcase #carryon #packingtips #travel #traveltips A photo posted by Shaun Huberts (@packlikearockstar) on Apr 9, 2016 at 8:16am PDT Bonus: it takes less time to roll than it does to fold! 3 Store medicine in one small case. 💊 #packinghack: mini first aid with pain killer, gravol, cold & sinus, imodium. No I don't anticipate needing all these...yes I will be there for my fellow travelers! #grouptravel #adventuretravel #gadv #gadventures #makingfriends #travel #dehlitokathmandu #delhitokathmanduadventure #backpacking #beprepared #ameliatheomnivore #packinghacks A photo posted by Amelia Pipher Cayne (@ameliatheomnivore) on Mar 9, 2016 at 9:13pm PST Rather than packing five separate bottles of medicine, pack the pills you need in one convenient organizer. 4 Use straws for liquid items. #MovingTips : Make a Survival Kit Use some straws for single uses of SPF, lotions and first night toiletries and seal with ends with a lighter. Gather some band aids, toilet paper and medicines. All these items should all fit in a large zip lock baggie that you can slip in your overnight bag. Remember to label straws and other items that are not in their usual containers. #happymoving #militarymoves #sandiegomoving #temeculamovers #packing #unpacking #packinghacks #movingday #movers #moving A photo posted by Republic Moving (@republicmoving) on Jun 26, 2015 at 4:42pm PDT Why lug your entire jar of moisturizer if you'll only need it for a few uses? This is where straws come in handy! Just be sure to label each straw, and seal the ends with a lighter. 5 Bring only travel-size products. Just got these in can't wait to put @michaeltoddusa products to the test! This kit is for normal to dry skin. The brand is all organic, check them out at michaeltoddusa.com #michaeltoddusa #organicskincare #travelsized A photo posted by Francesca Berkshire (@francescaberkshire) on Feb 29, 2016 at 7:24pm PST If you're not into the idea of straw storage, be sure to bring only travel-size products. You can always buy your own bottles for your current shampoo, conditioners, and lotions! 6 Make a travel wallet. DIY: How to make a travel wallet. Use foam sheets A4. Keep your passport and ticket safe! #majsterki #handygirls #summer #vacation #wakacje #endofschool #travel #DIY #zrobToSam #wallet #urlop #packingtips #packingHacks #foam A photo posted by Majsterki (@majsterki) on Jun 26, 2015 at 9:12am PDT Use foam sheets to create a handy travel wallet, which is likely less bulky than your actual wallet. 7 Bring a packing folder. A packing folder makes the best use of luggage space by compressing clothes. You can fit a lot more in it than you may realize! Try this one from Dot & Dot ($26, originally $55). Dot & Dot $26 from amazon.com Buy Now 8 Use your own storage for food. . 어제 오늘 여미를 타고 놀러와주신 분들 고맙습니다 🤘😌🤘 드릴 건 없고 묵혀있던 여행 팁 하나 끌어올림할게용 . 여행자를 위한 실키의 작은 Tip 컵라면 쌀때는 면따로 컵따로 ✔️ 짐을 확 줄일 수 있어요! (뚜껑은 다 뜯지말고 접착 부분을 남겨 컵 안쪽으로 접어 겹쳐 주세요) . This is how I pack those cup noodles, let's travel light! . #꿀팁#여행팁#여행꿀팁#여행에미치다#여행#여행준비#여행짐싸기#짐싸기#짐싸기달인#컵라면#여행자#실키의여행팁#cupnoodle#koreanfood#howtopack#packing#packingtips#traveltips#packingskills#packinglight#travellight A photo posted by Sillllllky♥ (@sillllllky) on Mar 25, 2016 at 8:29am PDT Sometimes food comes with bulky packaging, so use your own baggies to store snacks you're thinking of bringing. 9 Buy compression bags. How did I ever live without #Compressionbags?!?!! #InLove #Destroyed3SuitcasesThisYear A photo posted by Mirmii (@mirandaprosser) on Nov 18, 2015 at 11:02am PST Compression bags are pretty much foolproof when it comes to saving space in your suitcase. 10 Skip the things you can buy at your destination. The front of this CVS in Anaheim, CA is one our favorite completed projects. #commercialdevelopment #commercialrealestate #architecture #building #buildings #realestate #completedproject #propertydevelopers #commercialconstruction #construction #development #commercialdevelopment #BoosDevelopment #CVS #Anaheim #AnaheimCA #glassbuilding #beautifulbuildings A photo posted by Boos Development (@boosdevelopment) on Apr 28, 2016 at 9:40am PDT Don't bother packing toiletries if you don't mind grabbing them at a local drugstore once you've arrived. Chances are there's one on every corner! 11 Cram things into your purse. Happy Weekend ❤️ Was thinking about periscoping a what's in my bag in a few!! Stop by if you can 😘 Periscope name: @my_planner #whatsinmybag #whatsinmypurse #periscope #katespadepurse A photo posted by The Planner Addict Box (@viennaortiz) on Apr 9, 2016 at 10:47am PDT No shame — a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do. Those bad boys can carry half a closet's worth of stuff. 12 Make use of all the extra pockets. Image Source: Flickr user Faruk Ateş Don't forget all the hidden pockets of your suitcase! They can be a real life space saver. 13 Wear your bulky clothes to the airport. Unterwegs als Spießer 😇 #Details #ootn #evening #dinner #family #me #preppy #zara #trenchcoat #ootd #me #toryburch #ralphlauren #prepster #preppygirl #preppystyle #trench #coat #april #hamburg #welovehh #goodlife #luxury A photo posted by @sophiiabrg on Apr 28, 2016 at 10:13am PDT This may be a bit problematic during the warmer months, but if you don't mind wearing bulkier clothes to the airport to make room in your suitcase, by all means, do it! 14 Use a Kindle. A morning spent in the coffee shop reading is a morning well spent 📚☕️ . #currentlyreading #theteacher #katerinadiamond #kindle #paperwhite #kindlepaperwhite #coffee #booksandcoffee #bookblog #bookstagram #instabook #igreads #igbooks #thriller #epicreads #goodreads #coffeelover #lovecoffee A photo posted by Sara (@sarawimmreads) on Apr 25, 2016 at 2:40am PDT Keep all your books on one small device, because print editions take up a LOT of room in your luggage. (Not to mention they're heavy!) 15 Take advantage of travel cubes. Travel cubes keep your things organized, and they limit the number of items you can take. Try this set from Amcatch ($25, originally $50). this set from Amcatch $25 from amazon.com Buy Now 16 Bring a big backpack. @mikaelajoanne testing out the Forest edition for @vinta.co #camerabag . #travelbag #photogear #cameragear #liveauthentic #livefolk #leather #travelbackpack #backpack #travelgear #packandgo #canon_photos #canon #gear #style #lifeofadventure #adventuregear #alwayschasingadventure #adventurethatislife #hiking #landscape #goorinbros @goorinbros #hats #fedora #womenphotographer #wanderfolk #wanderlust #welltraveled #wildernessculture #wildlifephotography A photo posted by Victor Soto (@hello.vic) on Jan 8, 2016 at 5:58am PST In this case, those adorable tiny backpacks just won't cut it. Bring one of hefty size, and don't be shy about packing it. Home OrganizationTravelLife HacksTravel TipsTravel Inspiration