How to Store Christmas Ornaments & Decor: A Hassle-Free Guide
Pack away the holiday.
Christmas cleanup doesn't have to be difficult once you know how to store your Christmas ornaments and decor. Check out these innovative storage solutions to make your holiday cleanup a breeze this year.
1. Protect Your Fragile Ornaments
Ornament Boxes: Since ornaments are so fragile, it’s important to find a storage solution that is easy but also protective. A popular option is ornament boxes that are specially designed to protect your tree decorations. Some of these boxes have divided sections inside of a reinforced bag so you can prevent any glass decorations from bumping into one another and cracking. Many even have tiers to allow you to store large numbers of decorations safely.
Storage Bins: Another quick way to store Christmas decorations is by using regular storage bins and boxes. If you are unsure how to store Christmas ornaments in these bins, you can use clothing drawer organizers to keep them separate and safe. These boxes are also easy to stack for space-efficient storage.
Tree Bags: These bags and boxes are designed specifically to store your holiday tree and keep it looking fresh year after year. Most Christmas tree storage bags look like large duffel bags – some with reinforced sides to preserve the shape of your tree. Many also come with handles or wheels for easy mobility.
Utility Bins: If you have a small tree or one that can break down into individual pieces, a large plastic storage bin could work as a Christmas tree storage box. They are lightweight and can stack on top of one another for easy and space-savvy storage.
Light Organizers: Rather than tossing your Christmas lights into a bin where they’ll become a tangled mess, opt for a storage container specifically designed for string lights. Most light storage containers come with a reel or board for you to wrap your lights around and keep them tangle-free. Other designs are cylindrical shaped so you can stack multiple rolls of lights on top of each other.
Hanging Storage: Sometimes storing your decor requires you to think outside of the box – literally. Hanging organizers have multiple compartments to accommodate a number of light strands and can be easily tucked away into a spare closet.
Wreath bags: Wreath storage containers are typically reinforced and zippered bags that are designed to protect your faux evergreen decor. These bags will also help prevent any dust and creepy crawlies from sneaking into your wreath while in storage, so you can ensure a beautifully preserved decoration for next year.
Garment Bags: An atypical but practical storage option for wreaths is keeping them in garment bags. Store your wreath with a hanger or hook and then drape the garment bag over top to keep it dust-free and safe all year long.
Wrapping Paper Bags: Gift wrap storage is specifically designed to store long rolls of wrapping paper. They often contain additional compartments or pockets for accessories like gift tags, scissors, and bows so all of your wrapping materials are in one central location.
Under-Bed Storage Bins: For those short on space, consider under-bed storage bins. Long, flat storage containers are a great fit for rolls of wrapping paper, so you can store them neatly without bending or creasing the paper. This will also keep your wrapping paper easily accessible for you to use throughout the year.
