December Organizing Tip
As you unpack holiday decorations, evaluate your current storage:
- Do you have the right size containers for the items to be stored?
- Are all containers in good condition?
- Do all containers have lids that fit properly?
- Do you have enough storage?
- Do you have too much storage?
When you purchase containers:
- Consider what types of items need to be stored.
- Establish the amount of area that you will have to store the items.
- Consider buying containers that match the colors for the season.
- Ensure that the lids fit properly.
- Determine whether or not you need storage with the following features:
- Wheels
- Drawers
- Plastic
- Heavy cardboard
- Lids that are attached or that completely detach.
- Think vertical storage. You will fit more articles into a smaller space.
When you repack your decorations:
- Put similar items together. For example, put all Christmas tree decorations in one box.
- Pack heavier items on the bottom and lighter items on the top. This is true within a box and within a stack of boxes.
- Carefully wrap delicate decorations.
- Label, label, label! Be as specific as possible.
Put all candles and other items that might melt in one box and store them in a temperature controlled place.
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