Whether on vacation or a business trip, traveling can sometimes be challenging. We've rounded up a few DIYs — concerning everything from packing all the right stuff to only bringing travel-size versions of all your favorite products — that might help ease travel tension, making leaving home a little bit easier.
Washcloth Travel Kit
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DIY this easy travel kit from a dollar store washcloth, and you have a smart way to take all your essentials with you.
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Single-Use Packets
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All you need are a few straws, scissors, a lighter, and your favorite products to make these easy-to-use single-use packets.
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Single-Serve Coffee
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If you really love your coffee, make these easy single-serve coffee pods with the help of coffee filters so you can have your favorite cup of joe while on the road.
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Scented Travel Candles
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Sometimes hotel rooms don't smell so fresh, which makes these adorable travel candles a smart way to refresh any space.
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Sleep Mask
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Along with being so soothing, this DIYeye mask also helps you fall asleep fast.
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Fresh Breath
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Mix together this easy all-natural spray that keeps your breath fresh, no matter where you are.
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Mini Lotions
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Instead of lugging around your big container of lotion while traveling, make mini lotion bars instead.
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Stain Stick
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Stains happen — even while traveling. DIY a mini stain stick that you can bring anywhere.
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Homemade Tea Bags
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Mix together your favorite blend of tea in homemade tea bags so you have them while traveling.
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All-In-One Laundry Bombs
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No need to bring laundry detergent, fabric softener, and stain remover: make these all-in-one laundry bombs that are so compact, making them easy to pack when traveling.
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DIY Febreze
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Sometimes hotel furniture doesn't smell so fresh, so bring a mini spray container filled with homemade Febreze to quickly refresh textiles.
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Good Sleep
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Sometimes drifting off to sleep can be difficult when you're in a different bed. Mix together this sleep spray that will help you get to dreamland.