If you’re anything like us, you probably think, how is it already the holidays? Every year this season sneaks up on us, and though it can be the most magical time, the holidays can also bring stress. Perhaps you’ve already started thinking about presents, decor, and holiday party planning - or maybe you are someone who inevitably waits until the last minute. Either way, don’t fret! We at Hello Simplified have compiled a list of organization tips to help your holidays go off without a hitch. Storing Holiday DecorYou may think that worrying about how you’ll store your decor is something to think about after this season wraps, but we are here to tell you to reverse that mindset. Why? Because storing your decor in a well-organized, thoroughly-labeled, and preserving way can take off loads of stress when it’s time to deck the halls. So read ahead for our simplified tips! Take Photos Of Your Decorations In UseIf you feel overwhelmed every year with what to do with your twinkle lights and garland, we have a hack for you. We suggest taking photos of all of your decor in use and storing them in a labeled phone album that you can reference year after year. This means simply snapping a photo of your front porch, the mantel, the dining table centerpiece, etc after you’ve decorated. The idea is that if you can see how you decorated last season, you can mimic it easily and efficiently. Label, Label, LabelIt’s no surprise that as professional home organizers, we love labels - but we have a good reason. They save time, and at the holidays, you know there is never enough time! To save time, we often encourage storing items in bins; clear bins can be the easiest to use (you can see the things in them without digging through!). If you have minimal decor items, storing them by type, such as all ornaments in one bin, candles in the other, etc., may work for you. (Did you know there are bins and bin inserts specifically designed for storing ornaments? Game changer!) However, storing it by room/area could better benefit you if you have a larger home with many decorations. This method also works for those who like to use the same decor in the same area annually. Either way, labeling your decor in their respective bin is a lifesaver for holiday decorating. [Imagine no more digging through boxes trying to find that one nutcracker you swore you put in that one box last year!] Wrapping SuppliesHave you ever bought a few rolls of wrapping paper and tape, only to start digging through a closet a few days later to find you already owned a ton of wrapping supplies? If you answered yes, we can help you eliminate the unnecessary clutter and spending with just one simple trick - organizing your wrapping supplies. Plenty of products on the market help organize your gift-wrapping supplies, but it can be pretty simple too! First, round up all tape, ribbons, gift tags, bags, and wrapping paper. Discard anything broken or empty, and place all the items in one convenient location. You can use something as simple as an under-bed bin or our favorite small-space hack, a clear garment bag. Like pictured above, a garment bag is perfect for clearly seeing all your wrapping paper - and can hang right in the closet. No more wondering if you have wrapping paper or tape because when you need it, you’ll know exactly where to find it. Helpful HacksThere isn’t a one size fits all method when organizing holiday decor because every household has different needs and storage space availability. However, we have tips to help you get the most out of your decor.
Before Storing Holiday Decor...Declutter! If you have strings of lights you never got around to repairing, a wreath that has seen better days, or outdated holiday decor that you haven’t used in years, it’s a great time to donate, sell or recycle it. The more streamlined your decor game is, the more joy you’ll find every year when it comes time to decorate for the holidays [and take it all down!] Do you love this idea but want someone to do it for you? |
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