Loosen the strings on the violin by one-half turn counterclockwise. Complete this process on all four strings to prevent the tension in the violin strings from eventually bending the neck and warping the instrument.
Wipe the strings with a damp cloth to remove the rosin from the bow hairs. Rub the strings in a single direction from the tip of the bow to the frog.
Wrap the violin in a clean, soft cloth to protect the instrument from movement and potential damage from transit.
Place the violin in its case and store it in a location that does not have extreme temperatures or humidity as both heat and cold can damage a violin.
Place the bow properly in the case by securing the stick with the notches at the top and bottom on the inside of the violin case.
Drop a cloth over the top of the violin to provide extra padding and protect the instrument while in storage.