After the holidays, properly packing your decorations will save you time and stress next year. A few simple tips will help keep your garlands and toys in perfect condition, avoiding tangled wires and broken decorations.
Particular attention should be paid to garlands – this is the most capricious element of decor. To avoid painful cord untangling next year, use a simple but effective method. Take a piece of thick cardboard or a flexible plastic corner folder. Carefully wind the garland with a snake, leaving a small space between the turns. Secure the ends of the wire with tape or an elastic band. For LED string lights with controllers, be sure to mark which end is the beginning. This method will not only save time the next time you unpack, but will also protect the wire from fractures and damage.
As for Christmas tree decorationsthen systematization is important here. Don't put all your jewelry in one box. It is better to separate them by type, color or material. Fragile glass balls require special handling – each ball should be wrapped in soft wrapping paper or bubble wrap. Transparent plastic containers with cells are great for storage – these are used for tools or fishing gear. They can accommodate toys of different sizes, and they will not hit each other. The ideal solution for storing fragile Christmas tree decorations is special plastic capsule packaging, in which Christmas tree balls are often sold.
Don't forget the markings – it seems like a small thing, but it is this step that will save you the most time next year. Don't limit yourself to generic messages like “New Year.” It’s better to label the boxes specifically: “Golden Christmas tree decorations,” “Window garland,” “Street decor.” It’s even more convenient to use colored stickers or stickers. And if you want to approach the issue as systematically as possible, create a digital catalog of jewelry: take a photo of the contents of each box and save the photo in a separate album on your phone. Then you will know exactly where everything is without even opening the box.
Proper storage organization – the final, but no less important stage. It is best to store all packaged boxes in a dry place, protected from direct sunlight. A pantry or top shelves of a closet are ideal. If you are using your garlands outdoors, make sure they are completely dry before packing to avoid mold. Place the most fragile boxes in the least accessible area, and place those that will be needed first (for example, the base of an outdoor garland) closer. These simple steps will ensure that next year the process of decorating your home will turn from routine into celebration.
