
1. Separate items into categories.
2. Find storage containers for those categories.
3. Label containers.
The first thing is to look at all of your items, especially
those that did not get out of the boxes this year. Do you still have a strong
attachment to those decorations? Sentimentality is a large factor of Christmas
but if you do not really love the item, it is time to share them with others
who truly will love them. Set aside a box for donations as you begin the
packing process.
Sort items into
categories and pack similar items together so it will be easy to find all
of the like items next year. Remember not to pack delicate items on the top or
bottom of boxes.
1. Inside decorations: garland,
greenery, lights, silk flowers, collectibles
2. Outdoor decorations: garland,
bows, lighting
3. Ornaments.
4. Greeting Cards.
5. Fabric related items. Towels,
linens, wall decorations.
6. Dishes. Can they be stored on a
shelf in the kitchen or dining room? If not, pack securely using some of your
towels or linens to help cushion the breakables.
7. Wrapping paper, ribbons, tags,
bows. -Shop for next year after Christmas.
8. Artificial Christmas trees. Store
in the original box or purchase a Christmas tree bag
for storage.
9. Candles. Wrap each candle to
avoid scratches. An old sock works.
10. Keep track of things needed
for next year.
Storage Containers:
Once your items are sorted then
look at storage options. Clear boxes make it easy to see the contents but
cardboard boxes may be the thrifty way to go. Special boxes for ornaments are a
great investment as they keep the ornaments separated or use layers of batting
to separate your ornaments in a covered box.
Label the boxes. A general name on the outside of the box and then
a list inside with specifics.
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