Post-Christmas Clutter Tips

We love the holidays, but the clutter after the unwrapping can make it feel like you’re drowning, especially if you have kids and 80% of it is new toys. So, here are some tips on tackling the post Christmas clutter!

Start with the Wrapping

·      First, tackle the wrapping paper, Christmas bags, ribbons, etc.

·      Have a recycling bin, garbage bag & “keep it” box to sort bags & tissue paper to reuse

·      Sort accordingly

·      For all those lovely holiday greeting cards, you could keep them in a box, OR you can take a photo of the card and keep a digital copy to save space

Get Rid of Boxes

·      A lot of people keep their iPhone or Samsumg phone boxes – TOSS THEM!

·      Take out any instruction manuals from all devices or toys and sort them in a file

·      Recycle the boxes

·      This is actually a HUGE part of the clutter and makes a BIG difference once sorted

Tackle the Toys

·      Have your kids help you with this; it’s a great opportunity to teach them about donating

·      Sort through what to keep & donate

·      Then rearrange their new toys in their rooms or play area

Roll the Throws

·      The holidays are about Netflix and Chillin’ on the couch watching holiday movies

·      Blankets, throws and pillows can get out of control

·      Roll blankets up and put them in a basket near the couch

Get Smart About Storage: Use Bins & Baskets

·      Bins: are for items that are not used daily. Add these items to bins, then label them

·      Bin Examples: Crossword puzzle books, crafting supplies, magazines – basically things you take out once or twice a week or so.

·      Baskets: are for items that you use daily but would like items to have a “place” to live when not in use.

·      Basket examples: Low rectangular basket on table top surface for keys, phone, etc.

·      A basket under the coffee table for remote controls, game controllers, etc.

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