With changing colors, crisp air, and a certain lightness in the air, one thing is clear—the holidays are just around the corner. Whether you’re trying to come up with a good layout plan for your fairy lights or you wish to gather your collection of Santa figurines, a little advance organizing will help you prepare better.
An organized home will help keep the holiday stress away, especially since you’ll be bustling around trying to keep everyone joyful. Unfortunately, a clean and organized space may seem like a distant dream for many, but there are ways you can deck your home in holiday glory.
Your home at its tidiest state can be the best gift you can ever give yourself, especially once you’ve found the perfect spot for your Christmas tree—no matter how difficult this year may have been, celebrating Christmas is a testament to all the good things still left.
To help you get started, here’s a quick guide you can follow:
Downsize your decoration piles
You’ll likely be carrying boxes of holiday decorations from the garage or attic, but before unboxing everything, grab a pen and paper and list down your favorite items. You likely won’t have any need for those blue and green tinsels, especially if you have a box full of gold and red ones for use.
That said, make a little room for Christmas in your heart and give some of those decorations away. The things that no longer have a spot in your home should be given to people who need them. Embody the spirit of giving and gather holiday decors you no longer need—that said, make sure to deck your home in items you love the most!
Prepare a holiday kitchen
Your holiday celebrations will never be complete without the joy of food. If the kids are demanding your gingerbread cookies and famous hot cocoa, make sure to never forget about your kitchen spaces! You need to prepare your islands and cupboards for Christmas breakfast and dinner, so make sure to locate your cookie cutter and baking sheets for a stress-free cooking time.
You also need to make sure that your machines are in good working conditions, such as your ice makers and food processors. More importantly, however, make sure that your pantry is stocked with the Christmas ingredients, which include nutmeg, cinnamon, and even rainbow sprinkles!
Deep clean your bathrooms and guest rooms
Your relatives may be coming to your home, so make sure to prepare early. Don’t let the days pass you by, especially since your guest rooms and bathrooms will be home to living souls once more.
Clear out the closets and deep clean the bathrooms—you’ll want to make your spaces are completely habitable! In doing so, you make sure that you have enough room for holiday visitors—make them feel right at home!
Spreading The Holiday Cheer Through A Tidy, Organized Home
Contrary to popular belief, keeping the holiday spirit alive in your home doesn’t mean decking every corner of your home with decorations. Your Santa Claus collection will look lovely in the living room, but any other unnecessary items should be given away.
Your kitchen should also be ready for the holiday meals, while your guest rooms should be cleaned for overnights and holiday vacations. That being said, make sure to start organizing as early as you can! A clean and organized home follows a holiday festive mood—better to start now!
If the thought of organizing during the holidays may seem overwhelming, fret not—Rescue My Space has you covered. We offer you organization solutions to help transform your spaces, so allow us to declutter your space to make way for the Christmas spirit. Reach out to us today to learn more!