Don’t let this holiday season be overwhelming for you! Although the stress of work, family, and festivities can quickly turn what should be a joyful time into a chaotic whirlwind, if you create a home environment that has less clutter you can create a more organized and stress-free holiday season that allows you to truly enjoy the magic of the holiday season.
With each item decluttered, you’ll take a step closer to a stress-free and joy-filled holiday season. With that being said, press play on your Christmas playlist and lets jump to the list of items to declutter before this Christmas season.
Holiday Decorations
Old Christmas trees
Christmas lights that no longer work
Old Christmas sweaters
Christmas decorations
Christmas ornaments
Christmas figurines
Wrapping paper that you will not use this year
Duplicate cookie cutters
Christmas stockings
Christmas gift bags
Wardrobe
Gloves that are missing its pair
Christmas socks that you will no longer wear
Worn coats
Worn shoes
Scarves that you will no longer wear
Hats that you will no longer wear
Sweaters
Pants
Dresses
Summer clothes that you did not wear (the winter season is the perfect time to get rid of the items. For approximately 5-6 months, you won’t wear them and during this time the attachment to the items will lessen)
Living Room
Home decorations
Pillows
Vases
Old electronics
Old DVDs
Game systems no longer used
Worn or unused furniture
Throws and blankets
Unused candles
Candles that no longer burn
Rugs
Books
Magazines
Bedroom
Pillows
Comforters
Trash
Paper
Items in the nightstand
Items underneath the bed
Books
Electronic chargers
Boxes
Playroom
Old and worn toys
Trash
Crayons and markers that no longer work
Old papers
Broken Legos
Games with missing pieces
Puzzles with missing pieces
Stuffed animals
Tos from fast food restaurants
Books with torn or ripped pages
Office
Old documents
Duplicate office supplies
Books that you no longer read
Old magazines
Old printer cartridges
Broken laptops
Broken monitors
Out-of-date calendars
Craft Room
Dull scissors
Paint
Paintbrushes
Pencils
Markers
Paper
Ribbon
Glue
Crafts that are unfinished and you will more than likely not finish
Garage
Broken tools
Unused tools
Car parts
Workout equipment
Boxes
Flat tires
Paint
Lawn equipment
Bikes
Toys
Trash
Kitchen
Expired can goods
Expired seasonings
Freezer burn food
Chipped or cracked dishes
Unused gadgets
Unused appliances
Worn kitchen towels
Old cookbooks
Unused gadgets
Duplicate water bottles
Duplicate coffee mugs
Expired clearing supplies
Bottles and sippy cups
Junk mail
Final Thoughts:
Preparing for the holidays is the perfect time to think about items to declutter before Christmas. As you embark on this process, also take a moment to think about what truly matters during the holiday season. As you purchase gifts consider clutter free gifts, as well as the interests, preferences, and needs of your family members, friends, and co-workers. By focusing on what will bring them joy and value, you can avoid the trap of mindless consumerism and instead create meaningful gifts.
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