Perhaps it is because we have just said goodbye to Christmas that this topic comes to mind. Or maybe because I recently read some helpful ideas concerning how to store holiday items. Whatever the reason the following are some ideas from Organizing Plain & Simple and me.
> Select a large plastic storage container for each major holiday that you celebrate. Be creative in the identification of each holiday (ie. a different colored lid for each occasion, or prehaps some fun artwork on the box). Clearly label each box in large letters outside.
> Some holidays, such as Christmas, may require additional boxes for fragile items like ornaments. Select appropraite sized boxes for storage, but ensure they match the large holiday box (same lid color or decor) for easy identification.
> Inventory the boxes as you pack them. Type up your lists with room to handwrite addittions. No more diggin for certain items. (Keep the list on your computer for easy annual updates).
> Things you may want to include in the box(es): wrapping paper, linens, wall art, garden flags, silk flowers, and other holiday/seasonal knick-knacks.
> Choose an out of the way space to store these boxes such as a basement, attic or shed. You will only need to utilize the boxes twice a year; once to empty them and again to pack them away.
> You may want to keep another such box for birthdays. It may be smaller and kept more readily available but will serve the same purpose. Items to include in this box: birthday wrapping paper, gifts bags and bows, birthday candles and a book of matches, a package of balloons, crate paper or a 'Happy Birthday' banner that you can reuse.
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