Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Learning how to pack glasses prevents the most common kitchen breakage. Cell dividers and generous paper stuffing turn fragile stemware into a box that travels safely.
Step: Use a box with cardboard cell dividers for glasses
Step: Stuff the inside of each glass with crumpled paper
Step: Wrap each glass in two or three sheets of packing paper
Step: Wrap stemware stems with extra padding to protect them
Step: Place glasses upright in their own cell
Step: Add a cushioning layer of paper above and below
Step: Label FRAGILE on every side and note which way is up
Step: Never place glass boxes under heavier boxes
Protecting drinking glasses and wine glasses.
When: Pack glasses in the last week, alongside other fragile items.
Watch out: Do not lay glasses on their sides; stand them upright so weight does not snap the rims or stems.