As we're swiftly moving towards the new year, it's about time to start considering taking down those Christmas decorations and restoring your home to its usual state. While dismantling them isn't as enjoyable as setting them up, discovering smart ways to store them can make the chore less intimidating.
Not only will these practical storage solutions make packing away your decor less stressful, but they'll also make it much easier to unpack them again next year. From specific bauble boxes to reels that prevent your lights from tangling, here are some of the most ingenious storage hacks we've discovered.
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How to store your Christmas tree decorations
SONGMICS Large Christmas Decoration Storage Box, £20.40
Despite being one of the smaller Christmas decorations, baubles and tree ornaments are notoriously difficult to store. To ensure none get damaged between now and next December, this handy storage box is ideal.
The box has three layers with 54 individual slots measuring 10.2cm, perfect for keeping them snug and secure. If you have ones that are larger or an awkward shape, each of the dividers are adjustable, so you can modify them to fit around your decorations.
How to store Christmas lights
Christmas Light Storage Bag, £11.99
Ezy Lights Storage Box, £14.99 (was £19.99)
We all know the struggle of storing Christmas lights - they're a nightmare to untangle and keep in working order. But, we've found two brilliant solutions for you.
Amazon's Christmas Light Storage Bag is a lifesaver, with slots for three different sets of lights, each with its own reel. Simply wind your lights around the reel, pop it inside the canvas bag and zip it up ready for next year.
On the other hand, Lakeland offers the Ezy Lights Storage Box, a more sturdy, stackable option. It comes in a 31 litre clear box and contains four removable spools to wrap your lights around, keeping them separate and neatly stored.
How to store your Christmas tree
Heavy Duty Christmas Tree Storage, £15.98
Storing your Christmas tree can also be a challenge due to its size and awkward shape. That's why this heavy duty canvas storage bag is perfect.
It can fit Christmas trees up to nine feet tall and if your tree is smaller, there's extra room for garlands or wreaths. It also has triple reinforced handles and a double zipper, protecting your artificial tree from moisture and dust.
How to store your wrapping paper
Wrap Fabric Storage Bag, £6.49
There's nothing worse than having leftover Christmas wrapping paper that gets ruined before you can use it again next year. That's why we're big fans of this handy storage bag from Amazon, which has room for seven rolls of wrapping paper and separate compartments for tags, bows and ribbons.
It means when it comes to wrapping presents next year, everything you need is in one place.
How to store your stockings, tree skirts and bedding
Lakeland Vacuum Clothes and Duvet Storage Tote Bag, £22.99
For all your festive fabric items like stockings, tree skirts, cushion covers and bedding, proper storage is key to prevent them from getting mouldy or moth-eaten. These items, which you bring out each year, would benefit from being vacuum packed to keep them clean and safe.
Lakeland currently offers these easy-to-use vacuum pack bags that have enough space for a king size duvet and four pillows, giving you plenty of room for your festive fabrics. Not only does the vacuum packing keep them clean and dry, but it also makes them much easier to store in a cupboard or under the bed until next year, reports the Mirror.
