From Chaos to Cheer: The Ultimate Guide to Stress-Free Christmas Decoration Storage

After the holidays, we inevitably have to face “putting away Christmas.” When that time comes, do you drag out ancient cardboard boxes? A battered old box doesn’t do a very good job of keeping Christmas decorations from getting dirty, damaged or broken.

Your beautiful decorations deserve better protection!

Christmas wreaths are generally pretty sturdy, but a little extra care ensures they stay beautiful for many seasons to come.

If you bought a new wreath this Christmas, you probably spent time and effort “fluffing” it to make it look its best. Don’t let your work go to waste or risk damaging the delicate bows and ornaments attached to it by stuffing it back in the box in which it was delivered.

It’s best to store your Christmas wreath in a way that won’t put pressure on the wreath frame, bows and other ornamentation. At the very least, protect your wreath from dust and dirt by storing it in a plastic garbage bag or wrapped in a sheet. If you can’t hang it to store, make sure nothing heavy is stacked on top of it.

Wreath storage bags offer superior protection to a sheet or plastic bag and come in a range of sizes to match your wreath. Wreath bags feature durable construction, easy-zip closures and some even have hooks for easy hanging.

As Christmas tree experts, we at Christmas Central can tell you it’s nearly impossible to get a fluffed artificial Christmas tree back in its original box. Even if you manage it, you risk damaging the lights or tree. In addition, the cardboard packing box is not easy to move or store. Cardboard also rips easily, offering even less protection for your precious Christmas tree.

Christmas tree storage bags, on the other hand, are made to accommodate your tree. Christmas tree bags feature heavy-duty construction and carrying handles, with sturdy internal metal frames. Some even have rollers, making them easy to transport and put away. Some tree bags are even designed to store your tree assembled and upright, so there’s even less hassle getting the tree up next Christmas!

The best way to store an artificial Christmas tree is to place the larger branches on the bottom of the storage container, stacking the smaller branches on top. Be gentle with the lights. Unless your Christmas tree bag was made to stand up, keep your tree flat when not in use.

Many people successfully store their Christmas tree ornaments in cardboard boxes. If you do this, protect your ornaments with packing materials or wrapped in paper or paper towels. This helps keep delicate glass ornaments from rattling around, knocking against each other and scratching or breaking.

Keep in mind however, that a cardboard box is easily crushed and not water-resistant.

For an extra layer of protection, explore specialized Christmas ornament storage. These tailor-made Christmas storage containers typically boast individual compartments and smart stacking options to optimize space. Some are even spacious enough to accommodate larger decorations, such as nutcrackers and tabletop ornaments.

Does dealing with a wadded mess of Christmas lights add to your holiday stress each year? Tangled cords and broken bulbs can quickly dim your holiday spirit. The good news is, there's a bright Christmas light storage solution to provide your twinkle lights with a little TLC.

Why keep your special Christmas wrapping paper and ribbons in a drawer or on a closet shelf, where they can get crumpled, ripped and wrinkled? When you’re ready to wrap, the last thing you want to deal with is replacing damaged Christmas paper. Plus, buying new wrapping supplies at the last minute can be difficult, time-consuming and expensive.

The good news is there are creative solutions to the wrapping paper storage challenge! If you don’t have room for fancy storage carts or the DIY skills for a pegboard wall unit, consider vertical wrapping paper storage that hangs conveniently in your closet, or a sleek gift wrap organizer that easily slides under your bed.

Putting away the Christmas decorations can feel like a holiday let-down. Fail to protect your treasured Christmas decorations, however, and you might face even worse disappointment if your treasured decor emerges from storage broken or scratched.

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