Packing for a holiday

[Two Types]

Last week I went away on holiday and faced the eternal problem of how to pack shirts with getting them completely creased. I found the solution at my local butchers shop. I ironed and folded my shirts, took them to the butcher, and we vacuum packed them.

It means they pack into a much smaller space than would be normal. Also when you unpack them and hang them for a couple of hours, the creases fall out really well.

Not an option for everyone, but it was fun!

 

[splintercellsz]

Never thought of that! Really good idea!

 

[dnjan]

I guess if you are not bothered by a lot of wasted plastic ...

 

[Two Types]

Good point. I didn't think of that. But then this is rare occurence for me and I would excuse it to myself on the grounds that I rarely waste plastics and packaging.

 

[dnjan]

I definitely appreciate the packing dilema. I have been using packing folders like these. Not perfect, but most wrinkles come out with hanging or a light steaming.

 

[Two Types]

They look good. I'll have to keep a look out for them.

 

[dnjan]

As an added benefit, that packing folder, when filled with shirts, protects the wine I have purchased when travelling from that oh so gentle luggage fling of the baggage handlers.

 

[johnnycanuck]

Fantastic video. Warning: James Bond references.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drU2ZDOOmsg
Johnny

 

[nice hat dude!]

I guess the idea of having them ironed when you arrive is just ludicrous?