January 11, 2026

Now Is the Time to Organize Your Holiday Decor

Well, here we are at the beginning of a New Year and what feels like the longest month of the year or maybe it's just me, Ha! 

Anyway, I'm sure many of you are ready to get your home organized, unless you do it throughout the year,again, like me. Are you struggling on where to start? Well, why not start with your Christmas decorations? They are already out, plus you have to put them away, so perfect timing. 







Where To Begin?



◇ You can start now before you put this years decorations away. This is the easiest way since you may have things you didn't/couldn't use.



What To Use?



◇ You'll need a sharpie to mark boxes
◇ heavy duty garbage bag(s) for items you're throwing away
◇ a cardboard box (or 2) for items you're donating or selling
◇ storage containers (preferably clear). 


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You can use THIS, 



if you have the space. I have one of these and instead of storing my door wreaths in containers, I use magnetic wreath hangers to store them on the outside of the cabinet. I found these bags that I may try for the wreaths for a little more protection.  
There's a larger cabinet available also. We have 2 for other storage purposes. 

 I also have 1 of THESE & 2 of the smaller ones for all of my tree ornaments. 







Start Sorting: Keep, Sell/Donate or Toss



◇ Go through lights, toss non-working strands, sell/donate those in good condition that you no longer use, and replace any burned out bulbs on those you're keeping or selling/donating.

◇ Toss garland and bows that have seen better days.


♥ TIP ♥︎

If you need to replace garland, after Christmas sales are great!
BUT,
ordering online throughout the year is a great way to go, plus you can get the most sought-after without it selling out like they do during the holidays. 

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◇ Have some trendy decorations that you used once and never again? Nows the time to put it in the sell/donate box.

◇ Any decorations that are broken beyond repair; throw them away. 

◇ Decorations you haven't used for 2 holiday seasons. This is tricky if you like to change things up ever so often. 

◇ Sentimental decorations you don't use. This one is hard for me and it may for you also.  So, I just ignore it, 😅  or I will ask one of my kids. Some of the ornaments that were either made by my kids or bought when they were little, (babies first Christmas) are given to them. 

◇ If you've already put your decorations away...well...you can work on one box a weekend or you can do it next Christmas when you pull them out, the choice is yours! 


♥ Don't Forget the Wrapping Paper & Supplies ♥︎

I usually keep gift wrap supplies in a closet and cabinet. But this passed week I decided to buy this organizer. 
Now everything will be all together and easily accessible. 

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And finally, these steps can be used for all the holidays or seasons you decorate for. So, happy organizing! 






until next time, thanks for stopping by! ❤



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