How to Declutter Your Christmas Decorations

It is common for our clients to have an abundance of Christmas decorations. They either delight in decorating, inherit decor from their parents, or just love to hit those after-Christmas sales! That makes for a Ho-Ho-whole lot of stuff! Whatever the case, people don’t always take the time to declutter their collection during the holidays.

So, when is the best time to declutter Christmas decor? Right after decorating your home for Christmas! Go ahead and take a hard look at the decor you didn’t use this year to decide what stays and what goes!

Tips for Decluttering Your Holiday Decor

Decide What Christmas Decor is Valuable to You

While it’s tempting to have a decoration for every inch of your home, remember that less can be more. Choose quality over quantity and keep the items that hold sentimental value or add significant aesthetic value to your holiday decor.

Ask yourself four questions:

1. Do you love it?
2. Will you use it next year?
3. Does it align with your current taste?
4. Is it in good condition?

If the answer to those questions is “no,” there’s no reason to hang on to them. Christmas decor takes up a lot of space that could be used for something else more important. 

Discard or Donate Unwanted Christmas Decorations

Once you’ve made your pile of decor to part with, go ahead and move it out of the house. This time of year is perfect for donating holiday decorations. Thrift stores are happy to take them because they know they will sell. Another idea is to offer them in a local Facebook group. There are always people or organizations looking for decor around the holidays who can’t afford it otherwise.

Don’t Overdo After-Christmas Deals

Another way to keep your decoration collection in check is to resist the urge to go to the post-Christmas sales to buy more! I’m looking at you, Hobby Lobby! Of course, you can find some good deals (and trust me, I’m all about frugality), but be cautious about adding unnecessary items to your piles.

If after-Christmas shopping is just your thing, I recommend going into it with a list. There may be a few things you need to replace. Christmas lights are always on my list. Those bulbs always seem to go out! As you go through the Christmas season, keep a list on your phone as you think of things so that if you go shopping, you have some boundaries to stick to!

Consider using the one-in, one-out rule. For every new decoration you find, consider letting go of an old one. This rule helps maintain a balanced collection and prevents unnecessary accumulation.

Remember: Invest in storage solutions that keep your decorations safe and organized. Use clear bins, label them, and consider using dividers or compartments to separate delicate items. Systematically putting away your items makes decorating next year a breeze, as everything is neatly organized and easy to find.

Decluttering your Christmas decorations doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By approaching it systematically and thoughtfully, you can create a curated collection that brings joy and holiday cheer without all the clutter. Remember, the holiday season is about creating memories, not accumulating stuff. If you are looking for some holiday help, contact us! Happy decluttering, and Merry Christmas!

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