Efficient Holiday Organization: Start the Year Right with These Expert Tips

We just had three months of back-to-back decorating occasions. January is the month to organize all your Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, and New Year’s STUFF. Unfortunately, the day has come to figure out what to do with it all.

As the new year begins, it's the perfect time to tackle the organization of your holiday items. Follow these expert tips to assess, categorize, and store your Thanksgiving and Halloween decor efficiently.

Step 1: Begin with Thanksgiving items. Sort through each item and decide what you want to keep. Consider whether any items may not withstand a year in storage, such as candy, corn husks, small costumes, or straw scarecrows. Capture photos for sentimental memories before discarding them.

Step 2: Proceed to the Halloween items and determine what to keep. Dispose of any items that may not survive a year in storage. Take photos to preserve memories before parting with them.

Step 3: Categorize the remaining items for each occasion. This will help you determine the appropriate size containers needed for storage.

When it comes to storage containers, consistency is key. To achieve a visually appealing and Pinterest-worthy storage space, opt for solid-colored containers that conceal their contents. Ensure your labels are consistent in font, font size, and label size.

Step 4: Place the categorized items into the suitable storage containers. Verify that the containers fit neatly on shelves or within your designated storage space.

Step 5: Invest a few minutes in cleaning the storage area. Dust shelves if items will be placed on them, or vacuum and mop the floor if containers will be stored on the floor. Remember, these items will remain in storage for a year.

Consider designating a large space, such as a room or closet, where you can store all your holiday decor in separate containers. This will promote better organization and accessibility.

Remember, achieving your organizing goals is a journey that begins with small steps. Just like running a marathon, it's about taking one step at a time until you reach the finish line. Challenge yourself this year to tackle your organizing tasks gradually, and don't hesitate to skip a day or adjust the suggested tasks based on your needs and progress.

Embrace the power of consistent effort and witness the transformation as your home becomes an organized and clutter-free haven. Take that first step today and set yourself up for a successful year of organization.

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