Christmas Décor Take Down Tips
Christmas ribbon decor on light fixture
The holiday season has come to an end, and it’s time to pack up your Christmas décor. With a little organization and creativity, you can make the process easier and ensure your decorations stay in great shape for next year. Here are some handy tips to streamline the takedown process:
1. Stuff Bow Loops with Grocery Plastic Bags
Christmas bow stuffed with plastic bags
Keep your bows looking full and flawless by stuffing the loops with grocery plastic bags. This helps them maintain their shape and prevents them from getting squished during storage.
2. Curl and Tuck Ribbons
Curled ribbon trailers
For any trailing ribbons, gently curl them and tuck them in neatly. This will help avoid tangles and creases, making them ready to reuse next season.
3. Store Christmas Lights on Paper Towel Rolls
Christmas lights wrapped around empty paper towel roll
Avoid the dreaded light tangle! Take an empty paper towel roll and slit both ends. Place the female end of the lights in one slit, then wind the string of lights up and down the roll until you’re done. Secure the male end in the opposite slit to finish. This keeps your lights tidy and easy to unravel next year.
4. Cover Topiaries with Trash Bags
Christmas topiary covered by trash bag
Protect your decorative topiaries by covering them with trash bags. Secure the bottom by tying off the bag ends. This keeps dust and moisture away, so they’ll be in pristine condition when it’s time to decorate again.
5. Use Clear Containers for Easy Storage
Store your décor in tightly closed clear containers for easy identification. Label each container with a black Sharpie, noting the location of the items (e.g., “living room tree,” “mantel decor”). This makes setup a breeze next year.
By following these simple steps, you’ll save time and frustration while keeping your Christmas décor organized and protected. Happy packing, and here’s to a beautifully decorated holiday season next year!
Now go out and…
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