I Stopped Buying Packing Cubes and Started Using These Instead

"I use pillowcases to "envelope" my clothes inside my suitcase. They keep everything organized and separated from shoes and accessories. To do this, I start by laying a pillowcase flat on the bed. Then I fold my T-shirts, dresses, and pants into uniform rectangles and stack them neatly inside the pillowcase. Once it's filled, I tuck the open end of the pillowcase under the stack of clothes to create a snug, self-contained bundle."

"Using pillowcases instead of packing cubes comes with a few surprisingly helpful advantages. First of all, there's no added expense. I already had extra pillowcases sitting in my linen closet, so I could start using this trick immediately. Plus, unlike structured packing cubes, pillowcases are flexible and breathable, which means they mold easily to the shape of your suitcase and help eliminate wasted space."

"I don't just use pillowcases for everyday clothing. They're also great for packing socks, gym clothes, and pajamas. I usually designate different color pillowcases for different clothing categories, making it easy to find exactly what I need without unpacking everything."

A travel journalist discovered that ordinary pillowcases from home can replace expensive packing cubes for organizing luggage. The method involves laying a pillowcase flat, folding clothes into uniform rectangles, stacking them inside, and tucking the open end under to create a secure bundle. Pillowcases offer several advantages over traditional packing cubes: they cost nothing since most people already own extras, they are flexible and breathable to conform to suitcase shapes and eliminate wasted space, and they work for various items including everyday clothing, socks, gym clothes, and pajamas. Different colored pillowcases can designate different clothing categories for easy identification.

Read at Apartment Therapy