When the time comes for gift-wrapping and gathering all that you need,
everything should be within easy reach. If you have a dedicated space for
writing cards and wrapping gifts, keep your supplies nearby. For eco-friendly
tabletop storage solutions, you can try anything from an old shoebox to a
coffee can for smaller items.
So, where do you stash all that holiday decor? Take some close-up shots of the
areas in your home that you decorate for the holidays. For instance, you can
store the seasonal accents from your mantel all together in one box. Attach a
picture of the display to the outside, which makes it easy to identify the
contents and recreate the look next year in no time.
It also helps to have a place to hide gifts, especially if you shop early in the
year for the upcoming season. Unless you store everything together, there is a
good chance you will lose track of what you have. Smaller items can be kept in
a gift drawer, while bulky pieces should be set aside in a spare closet or
storage space. Make sure nothing is within easy reach for little ones or anyone
else who might try to sneak a peek.
Don’t forget about all of the family photos taken during the holidays. Rather than
leave them in limbo on your camera or computer, print out your favorites for
framing and store other hopefuls in a box. This might even lead to an annual
ritual where you start the season with a trip down memory lane looking at the
photos from last year’s festivities.
In the end, it’s your holiday trappings that get the ball rolling for the memories of the
moments that are yet to come. A little organization goes a long way toward
helping you savor the sweetest celebrations of the season. Written by Jeanine Matlow.
