Extra Tips for Traveling with Jewelry

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August 30, 2017

1. Buttons: Keep those earring backs safe by threading them through those extra buttons you’ve been saving from every shirt.
2. Safety pins: Loop your hoops or dainty necklaces through a safety pin like you would with the carabiner.
3. Zippered pouches: You can buy these in satin varieties in Asia or at stores like the Container Store in the US. Small pouches of any variety will do for bracelets and earrings.
4. Socks: A member of our #HPLWorld community recommended using socks for rings. You can place items inside since you’ll already be packing them.

5. Empty lip balm container: This one is specific to the Eos brand, but once you’ve used all the lip balm, they make a great earring container. Pop them in your purse for safekeeping!

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6. Hanging jewelry cases: Like jewelry rolls, these toiletry and cosmetic cases can also be used for jewelry. It allows you to keep organized while being able to see everything. Check this one out on Amazon.
7. Cupcake liners: Another recommended placing earrings in cupcake liners, either paper or foil, and then wrapping in foil or another item to keep everything in place.
8. Index cards: Push backs of earrings through or loop bracelets and necklaces around them.
9. Business or playing cards: Like with index cards, you can organize necklaces by placing two small cuts in cards to wrap around tightly and keep secure.

10. Wine corks: Similar to erasers, use wine corks for earring backs.

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11.Styrofoam plate: Simply stick your earrings through the plate, which is best for studs and dangling earrings. Then you can throw it in your suitcase, surrounded by other things.
12. Carabiners: You really can use them for everything! These cheap items can be used for bracelets or even necklaces by simply clipping them on.
13. Toilet paper roll: Once you’ve used it all, loop your bracelets around it and then strand your necklaces through the tube itself. Place on top of your suitcase for the best results.
14. Baseball card holders: Remember those plastic divider pages you’d use to protect baseball cards or other collectibles? They also are great for separating your jewelry. Place each item in its own pocket.
15. Glasses case: Once you’ve grown out of a pair of glasses, use your glasses or sunglasses case for bracelets, earrings, and smaller items.

We’ve mentioned it briefly in the intro, but choosing the right jewelry can be an easy way to take your outfit from day to night. Here are some extra tips to consider:
1) Pack a statement necklace. Something bold will take the attention off the clothing underneath, and it will trick you into feeling like you’re wearing a completely new outfit. Plus statement necklaces can dress up the most simple ensembles! (See our professional packing list for more tips.)
2) Pack cheap jewelry. It goes without saying that you should never pack any jewelry that you’d be upset with losing or having stolen.