When packing a mirror place tape across the front of the mirror like an X to keep the pieces in place in case the glass breaks. Wrap your mirror in bubble wrap or blank newsprint with cardboard taped around them. Fill loose spaces with lightly wadded paper. Mark the box “Fragile – Mirror”
You can pack t-shirts and jeans in suitcases, garment bags and regular boxes but you shouldn’t pack your fine clothing in the same way. Hanging clothing such as suits, dresses and coats should be hung in wardrobe cartons. This will save you the trouble and expense of having your garments cleaned and pressed later. More information on storage space here.
If possible ask your mover if you can leave some clothes in dresser drawers. If not, put your clothes from dressers into garment bags.
Pack free space in your boxes with fragile items with clothes such as t-shirts. Save space by tossing in shoes at the bottom of the wardrobe box. Use mothballs or similar products to protect your clothing from insects and other pests.
