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Keeping your Christmas tree decorations safe and organized may seem like a hassle, but it doesn't have to be. Just like your Christmas tree storage, you just have to give it a little thought in advance to come up with the best plan of action. But once you do, you'll be so much happier when it's time to dismantle. And the great news is there are plenty of easy and affordable ornament storage options that will keep your baubles from being an organizational nightmare. Whether you stick to ornament sets or have an eclectic assortment of unique ornaments, you'll want to be sure they're put away properly!
When it comes to storing Christmas ornaments, you can go one of two ways: You can buy a designated holiday ornament organizer or you can make one yourself from common household objects. Crafters and home bloggers have figured out plenty of creative DIY solutions and hacksâthink organizers made from things like egg cartons, plastic cups, and even coffee filters. Just make sure to keep a rough count of how many ornaments you own, so you know how many supplies to buy before you commit.
If you decide to buy an organizer, there are lots of options to shop, including under-the-bed storage or stackable containers you can keep in your attic storage or garage. Use them to organize whole sets of ornaments, Christmas tree toppers, and especially your family's irreplaceable heirloom ornaments. No matter which option you choose, when it comes time to take down your Christmas tree, this can be the year that you finally make sense of the holiday madness! Trust us, you'll be thankful you did it once it's time to decorate the Christmas tree again next year. đ
Have a lot of ornaments? Don't worryâthis one fits over a hundred ornaments! The fabric-lined removable trays with handles all stack neatly and then get whisked away easily, thanks to the wheels on the bottom. Plus, the sturdy steel frame will last for many holidays seasons to come.
If you already have a box but just want to add a little structure, opt for a drawer divider like this one. It can be customized to any size ornament or quantity in your collection. You'll receive eight of the drawer dividers made of a strong plastic that can easily assemble in seconds.
Store up to 64 ornaments safely in this pretty gold polka dot organizer. It zips right up when you're done loading it and the plastic material can easily be wiped down for a quick clean at the end of the holiday season. Bonus: The attached easy-carry handles have been reinforced to ensure durability.
Storing keepsakes in the garage or the attic can be dicey during bad weather. This durable, tear-proof tarp material will keep dirt and grime out! It has a full-length zipper and reinforced handles. While there are no compartments for breakable ornaments, you can buy separate organizers to stack inside and keep safe through the elements.
Keep things tidy in your closet with these stackable bins that come in a set of two. Each box fits 75 ornaments and comes with removable dividers for easy organizing. A lip around the top will keep them securely stacked while the hinged lid makes for quick and easy access to the ornaments inside. And if you're keeping your tubs in a storage facility, you can even add a padlock to the top edgeâjust to be sure your heirlooms are kept safe!
Easily access all your ornaments at once with this three-tiered tray box. The front panel opens up to access three trays that each can hold twenty four-inch ornaments. It's made of a crush-resistant cardboard that's lined with fabric that will prevent damage and discoloration. There's also braided rope handles for easy transportation. The deep red color is isn't an eyesore, either!
Just because you have to store it, doesn't mean it can't be pretty. This Laura Ashley print is (surprise!) a cute ornament design and holds up to 112 baubles. It has a supportive, stackable design with velcro fasteners to keep the storage boxes in place and a zipper-lid for protection. And it comes with handles for easy carrying.
Bubble wrap is one of the best ways to store delicate ornaments, but it can be cumbersome and time consuming to cut and wrap with it. Make your life easier with bubble wrap pouches. Just slide the ornament in and seal the top.
Packing up a home full of ornaments should be a breeze. This storage box easily fits 128 thanks to individual gridded carry trays that can easily be removed for refilling, then stacked neatly when you're done. Sturdy, waterproof vinyl with reinforced seams will keep your ornaments protected from dust, moisture, and mold. Plus, there's handgrips on both sides and dual zippers on the top and bottom for neat collapse.
Just because you're putting your decorations away, doesn't mean the process itself can't be decorative, too. If you purchase fun and festive fliptop boxes like this, you can organize your ornaments and easily identify them next year. You can stack your ornaments inside using bubble wrap and tissue paper or purchase a few gridded organizers to use with it.
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Cushion With a Mattress Pad
Stacy Ling
If you've ever used an egg crate mattress pad on your bed, you know how cushioning they are! You can repurpose one by cutting it up and making layers of padding. Genius!
Save the drink holders you get during your weekly run at Starbucks to make stackable drink holders. You can also flip another tray over the top as a cover!
Make your own ornament storage box with plastic cups leftover from your family holiday party (the clean ones, of course!). Glue the bottom of each cup to cardboard dividers to keep things in place.
In December, decorative tins filled with cookies and candy are swapped all season long. Save and upcycle them into storage containers! These are sized perfectly to fit smaller ornaments in your collection.
Instead of wrapping ornaments to keep them safe, hang them! You can create your own storage container with a plastic storage bin and some dowels. They slide in and out with ease.