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One of the best ways to keep an organized and tidy closet is to store seasonal clothing elsewhere, like in the garage or under the bed.  Even if your closet is not cramped with clothes, it still makes a lot of sense to keep on hand just the pieces you’ll need, given the season.  So in the summer, my jackets and sweaters go into storage (except for a few light pieces for those rare cool summer nights) and likewise with tanks, shorts and sun dresses in the winter.  Not only does this free up space in my closet, but I find to be it easier and less distracting when picking out outfits.  And this may or may not happen for you, but I also find that every time I open that box of seasonal clothing, it is like getting all new clothes!
Now, cardboard boxes are not a good idea for seasonal clothing storage.  The first problem presented by cardboard boxes is water damage.  You just never know if a ceiling will leak or if the garage will accidentally flood.  Mildew is virtually impossible to rid from clothing, so it is just not worth taking the chance.  And there are many other problems related to storing your seasonal clothes in a cardboard box.  Vermin could get into them, they could get squashed, or even given away during a spontaneous spring cleaning project.

Heavy Duty Vinyl Clothes Storage Bag

I only store my seasonal pieces in vinyl storage bags, such as this Heavy Duty Vinyl Clothes Storage Bag.   Sure, it is obvious why these are the ideal storage solution for clothes and blankets, but I will give you the insider’s perspective on what is so great about them.

·         Being able to see clearly to the inside is a HUGE help!
·         The zipper placement creates a very large opening for getting things in and out in a flash.
·         They’re soft sided for fitting into tight spaces, but they are also quite sturdy so I can stack multiple units.

If you are anything like me, your closet probably resembles a battlefield and you are not winning that battle. Dress shirts hang next to cocktail dresses next to coats next to Halloween costumes, and so on. Unless your closet was designed by an obsessive-compulsive control freak, it probably has but a garment rod and couple of shelves on top, making it difficult to stay clutter-free.

There is light at the end of the tunnel: nowadays, a wide variety of organizing solutions are available for the ones who are not willing to take it from haphazard architects. My all-time favorites are hanging canvas dress bags, which make it easy to sort a vast frock collection by occasion, season or color.

Hanging Canvas Dress Bag

Great for storing special event attire, putting your summer dresses away for the winter or winter coats away for the summer, these closet organizers keep your important apparel isolated from odors, dust and pests for as long as your heart desires. This feature is especially important for pet owners, for as you may know, dog and particularly cat hair has this amazing ability to get onto anything not locked away in a top security government vault, easily ruining first impressions and smudging your reputation with the in-laws.

And if you ever owned a wool or fur coat, you are probably aware of how fast it can be chewed up by pesky moths, leaving you in utter despair. Still, there’s no reason to wear exclusively nylon and poly, for you have dignity and you have options. My pick is this hanging canvas dress bag. Made of breathable cotton and featuring a clear front, it takes guesswork out of finding the one right outfit in however great an amassment of garbs - get yours at Stacksandstacks! Now if only they came up with a cure for procrastination, we would live in a perfect world.

Whether you live in a studio apartment or a mansion, the problem of efficient and handy storage is all too familiar, especially if you have twenty aunties giving you twenty reindeer sweaters any given Christmas.

Of course, you don’t want to hurt their feelings by donating these treasures to the community scarecrow clothing drive; you may also want to keep those on hand for that Antarctic expedition where you were planning to attire underprivileged penguins. At the same time, you may have indulged more than a few times by getting some fancy cashmere cardigans, and now mold, dust and moths take whimsically ominous shapes in your increasingly frequent nightmares.

Clear Vinyl Sweater Bag

Fortunately, containing hideous knitwear and protecting your cherished designer garbs is equally convenient with the help of zippered garment bags.  They come in all shapes and sizes, offering a simple yet effective answer to an otherwise frustrating task. Come to think of it, those baby blankets, onesies, small stuffed toys and other infant items that are waiting to be handed down to a worthy successor can also use a safe and easy storage solution.

My personal pick is this set of 6 clear vinyl sweater bags from Stacks and Stacks. Transparent design lets you quickly tell the difference between your all-time favorite apparel and the stuff you picture maybe using one day down the road. Heavy duty vinyl makes sure that no matter how heavily armed the dust mites may be, they’re not getting through. Self-correcting zippers forgive an occasional lapse in judgment, like trying to fit a cruise ship into a garment bag.

If you let your imagination run rampant, you may find a gazillion other uses for these storage champions. I, for one, inflate a myriad of little balloons and trap them in these bags in colorful arrangements. That serves no purpose whatsoever, but a girl needs a hobby.

As we all tighten our budgets, we are looking for ways to save money in every area of our lives.  We find ourselves asking questions like:  How can I make my car last longer?  How can I stretch my grocery dollar?  And how can I shop for clothing less?  Fortunately, the last question has an easy answer.  To spend less on money on clothes, you’ve got to use what you have better.  With clothes, that means you will want to take better care of them to make them last longer.  There are many ways to do this, and one of the easiest and cheapest methods is to use vinyl hanging shoulder covers.

Vinyl Shoulder Covers

These nifty clothes saving inventions couldn’t be easier to use.  Simply hang your clothes up as you normally would on a hanger, gather a few of those hangers together and then slip one of these plastic clothes storage bags over the top of the hanger.  This helps with everything from dust and water stains to damage from moths and other insects.  And since they are crystal clear, you can still see everything that you have in your closet.

Here are some additional ways to make your clothes last longer:
1.     Cedar - Cedar is a natural insect repellent and smells heavenly, doing double duty in the closet and helping to extend the life of your clothing.  Look for cedar hangers, sachets and other products.
2.    Washing Carefully - Don’t be lazy with your laundry.  Following the manufacturer’s instructions on washing and drying can save wear and tear, extending the life of your garments substantially.  Example:  If it says wash in cold water, then do so.  Not HOT water, not WARM water, just cold.
3.    Out of Season Clothes Storage - store clothes that are out of season properly, taking careful care to keep them free from moisture damage.  Sealed plastic boxes and garment bags are two simple ways to do this.

Get your Vinyl Shoulder Covers at Stacks and Stacks!

Hi folks, Nicole here.  I hadn’t been seeing alot of really cool garment racks lately, because I was busy studying the art of metaphysical self transportation.  I have to say that it kinda worked.  But it was kinda scary too.  I was just dreaming of Cabo San Lucas, and then, I WAS THERE.  Really there.  IN THE OCEAN, too.  So all my clothes were wet.  You can BET that I could have used a GARMENT RACK at that moment!  But then I thought about being home, and poof, I was home again!  Metaphysical self transportation is dangerous and scary and very real.  Be careful!

Hey, want to see something cool?!  You can store a variety of clothing and other items on this sturdy 2 Shelf Garment Rack! The unbreakable closet rod allows you to hang your wardrobe without worry. Equipped with easy rolling casters, this garment rack is easily moved from room to room. The 2 shelves provide extra storage potential for shoes, purses and other accessories. Neat! Great for the garage, guest room, bedroom, or classroom! Features Sturdy tubular metal construction, 4 easy rolling wheels, 2 shelves for extra storage. Available in White or Chrome from the gang at Stacks and Stacks!

Sometimes it’s crazy to imagine how many ways there are to use a garment rack. But hang in there! Here’s a new one!

There are collapsible garment racks that would be great for bring back and forth from your booths. This first option comes in a variety of sizes and is constructed of commercial grade materials. It breaks down for easy storage and travel and also has wheels for convenience.

The second option for you is the Fol-D-Rak, a portable garment rack. It’s great because it is lightweight, only 6 pounds, and it holds up to 150 pounds or 40-60 garments! The rack folds up to a slim 4” wide so it’s easy to store and easy to travel with.

The main difference between these two items is the size, weight and wheels.

Both of these options will work great at the flea market coming up!

Thanks for the question and we’ll be answering more questions next week for Hangin’ Out.

Hangin’ Out is a weekly question and answer column where you can get your garment rack questions and problems solved!

Some fellow said “if life is a highway, I want to ride it all night long.” Hmm. That’s a thought. But if life was really a highway, I’d like to ride it for more than just one night, you know? I’d like to ride it for 180+ years. Which is exactly the amount of time it probably took to design someting as incredible as the Robotic Garment Hanger Conveyor Belt Monorail System you see before you. Many folks have taken one look at an item called the Arrowhanger White Instahanger from Stacks and Stacks and thought it was similar in design and function to the incredible incredible as the Robotic Garment Hanger Conveyor Belt Monorail System you, but those people are clearly incorrect. Is the Arrowhanger White Instahanger cheaper than the Robotic Garment Hanger Conveyor Belt Monorail System? Well, sure it is. But I’m sorry, I just can’t equate a massive powerhouse of steel and electricity and purpose and resolve to a simple door hanger. Sorry, I won’t do it. But people kept telling me I’d really be blown away by the Arrowhanger White Instahanger if I gave it a chance, and maybe even change my mind. I laughed. They must be crazy. Turns out I was the crazy one.

The folding Arrowhanger White Instahanger extends from the wall to give you 12″ of instant clothes storage space. Designed to be used in the laundry room for hang-drying clothes, this clothes dryer is also ideal for the guestroom, bathroom or even in the bedroom as a closet space-saver. Simply fold it out from the wall and hang tomorrow’s outfit on it. When you are not using the Arrowhanger White Instahanger, it folds down instantly! Made of solid ABS plastic with chrome plated steel. Easy to install, includes instructions, mounting template and hardware for wood, hollow drywall or masonry installation. Holds up to 50 lbs.

It’s a jungle out there, but when you’re in need of a quality Garment Rack, don’t be afraid to trust one that looks like a Jungle Gym. Many folks have taken one look at the incredible Folding Garment Rack with Dual Hang Rails from Stacks and Stacks and taken a leap of faith. And boy, did it pay off. You may find yourself swinging around and around internet garment rack retailers, searching high and low, back and forth, up and down for value and functionality, jumping wildly at sale prices and landing hard at impossible shipping costs. Well friend, relax and let go. The Folding Garment Rack with Dual Hang Rails will make your soul soar!

Called the “Salesman’s Rack” because it’s relied on by business travelers in many industries, the Folding Garment Rack with Dual Hang Rails is a rolling garment rack folds down to only 5″ high. Even though it can fit in the trunk of your car, the double rail clothing rack can hold 250 lbs of apparel! With two 12″ extensions and adjustable height, you don’t have to limit this garment storage rack to travel; it’s also perfect for everyday needs (gymnastics not recommended). This folding garment rack is made of steel with a chrome finish, and its height adjusts to 56, 61, and 66 inches. In a world where hanging your garment from the perfect rack is becoming more and more obscured by racks that aren’t perfect for your garment, feel free to throw your trust into the Folding Garment Rack with Dual Hang Rails. Flip your garment rack search from a chore to an adventure!

If you need to lay down the law on garments, stray garments that have been found either wet or dry, strange garments that would otherwise lie in a cruel heap of crooked uncertainty, then you need the perfect way to lay down the law. You need to hang them up. HANG ‘EM. With the inventive Hang ‘n Hide Folding Garment Rack, you can dish out justice in just seconds. And it’s dirt simple. Just install the rack, rack the garments, store the garments, dry the garments, hide the rack, and court is adjourned. Easy-peasy, and we don’t mean wheezy. You’ll be done with the chore of doing chores in no time, and those garments will know better than to mess around with the law. What is the law? “Leave no garment un-hung!”

There’s no better way than the Hang ‘n Hide Folding Garment Rack to hang clothing and laundry, and its benefits are astounding. The Hang ‘n Hide is a great space saving solution for clothes storage whether your needs are temporary or permanent. Maximize the wall space in your laundry room, dorm, closet, basement, or garage with this patented laundry hanging rack. And if you need some extra room to hang clothes on any wall, this wall mounted drying rack is the perfect way to organize just about any place in your home or office.

What’s that, pal? You think it will take a whole afternoon to install Hang ‘n Hide Folding Garment Rack? Wrong. Dead wrong. You can instantly set up this retractable clothes hanger in any closet or on any wall with the installation kit included. The Hang ‘n Hide Folding Garment Rack, or laundry drying rack if you will, is constructed of super strong ABS plastic and features chrome plated swing arms that collapse flat and out of the way when not in use. Hang up to 17 hangers and a load of 10 pounds. That’s a bunch of justice that can be carried out by one rack.

An important member of the garment rack family is the pant trolley. If you have a large or small collection of pants, you need to join the club and get yourself a pant trolley. With many available options, such as wheels, wood, metal and size, you will never dread hanging your pants again!

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