Organizing your holiday decorations when you pack them away is a good way to save yourself the hassle when you go to decorate next year. Using large plastic containers can help you organize your decorations. They can also save you space in your basement or attic. Be sure to pack your decorations away in groups and mark each container, this way you can easily find each room's decorations.When packing away tree decorations, pack fragile ornaments in bubble wrap, shredded paper, or used wrapping paper and place them inside smaller boxes. Tree lights should also be neatly packed away; a good trick is to wrap them around a piece of PVC piping. Artificial trees should also be cleaned of all tinsel and garland and stored in the original box¬-making sure not to crush or break any of the branches.
Wreaths can be easily stored by attaching the wreath to a heavy-duty clothes hanger. Cover the wreath by cutting a small whole in a trash bag and feeding the hook of the clothes hanger through the hole. You can then easily hang the wreath to prevent damage and ensure use year after year.
Taking down your holiday decorations doesn't mean sacrificing a lot of time. Keep these tips in mind, remember to stay organized and you will be on your way to enjoying a new year.
