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What to Get Rid Of
- Decorations you didn’t use this year
- Items that feel worn, faded, or damaged
- Duplicate decorations serving the same purpose
- Decor that no longer fits your taste or space
If it didn’t earn a place in your home this season, it likely won’t next year.
What to Keep
- Items with real sentimental value
- Decor that genuinely excites you
- Pieces that fit your current home style
Less decor means less storage stress and easier decorating next year.
2️⃣ Excess Gift Packaging and Wrapping Supplies
Gift wrap clutter sneaks up fast.
The Problem
After the holidays, we often keep:
- Half-used rolls of wrapping paper
- Gift bags with torn handles
- Ribbons we’ll “organize later”
- Boxes saved “just in case”
These items multiply quickly and take up more space than we realize.
What to Get Rid Of
- Torn or creased wrapping paper
- Gift bags that aren’t reusable
- Excess bows and ribbons
- Boxes with no clear future use
If an item won’t realistically be reused within a year, let it go.
Smart Alternative
Keep a small, designated container for reusable wrapping items. When it’s full, stop saving more.
Boundaries prevent clutter.
3️⃣ Gifts You Don’t Use or Love
This is often the hardest category.
The Emotional Challenge
We hold onto unwanted gifts because:
- We don’t want to seem ungrateful
- We associate items with people we care about
- We feel guilty letting them go
But keeping unused items doesn’t honor the gift—or your space.
What to Ask Yourself
For each item, ask:
- Have I used this since receiving it?
- Do I genuinely enjoy owning it?
- Would I buy this for myself today?
If the answer is no, it’s okay to release it.
What to Do With Them
- Donate items in good condition
- Regift thoughtfully (when appropriate)
- Sell unused items online
- Recycle when possible
Letting go creates room for things that truly serve you.
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