Before you know it, the holidays will be winding down and the new year will be knocking at the door. To help you transition into the season ahead with ease, I’m sharing three ways to make your holiday cleanup and storage more efficient than ever!
1. Organize for Your “Future Self”
The goal is to organize your decorations as you put them away this year to make decorating effortless next year.
- Separate by Category: Keep your wreaths separate from your trees with our favorite storage options for each!
- Invest in Specialty Storage: Use smart store labels for hanging items in the garage or attic, and store ornaments in their own specialized boxes.
- Avoid the Tangle: Roll up your lights in a storage reel to save yourself the frustration of untangling knots next December!
- Label Everything: Use a tool like the P-Touch Cube label maker. It’s simple to use right from your phone and allows you to create custom, professional labels for every bin.
2. Buy Your Supplies Early
Don’t wait until the last minute! Buy the bins you need now while they are still in stock. Waiting until the holiday clearance is picked over leaves you with a small selection of random sizes that won’t stack well.
Most big-box stores like Target, Walmart, Home Depot, and Lowes have excellent options. We recommend clear bins in a manageable size. Larger containers can quickly become too heavy and dangerous to lift safely once filled. Whichever brand you choose, try to buy a matching set so they stack securely in your storage area.
3. Hire the Professionals for Total Relief
Give yourself the ultimate gift of relief after a busy season by hiring us to take down your decorations! Even if you are out of town, our team can carefully remove your decor and repack everything for you.
We can set up a completely new holiday storage system or refine what you already have. If needed, we can even shop for the containers and labels beforehand so we have everything on hand before the stores run out. We’ll leave your bins labeled and accessible so you can find exactly what you are looking for next year. Think of the frustration saved!
The Perfect Gift for Someone Who Has Everything
We hope this holiday is a wonderful one for you and your family! We’d love to hear if these tips were helpful to you.
If you’re looking for a thoughtful, life-changing gift for a friend or loved one this year, why not give the gift of an organized home? Getting it Done Organizing Gift Cards are the perfect solution for busy parents, new homeowners, or anyone who deserves a “clean slate” for the new year. Whether it’s for a pantry reset or a holiday take-down, we’ll make sure they start the year feeling refreshed.
Click here to purchase a Gift Card or book your post-holiday cleanup today!
