With the holidays just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about storage. If you are anything like me, you have a lot of Christmas decorations that need to be stored for next year. With all of the ways there are to store your Christmas items, it can be hard to pick the best one. That's why I compiled this list of easy Christmas decor storage ideas that won't break the bank.

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5+ Christmas décor storage ideas that you'll love

1. Gift wrap storage

Wrapping Paper Storage Container – Fits up to 27 Rolls 1 3/8” Diam. - Underbed Gift Wrap Organizer Bags, Wrapping Paper Rolls, Ribbon, and Bows - Under Bed- Durable Material 600D - Up to 40” RollsSimple Houseware Double-Sided Hanging Gift Wrap Organizer Storage Pockets, (Set of 1)SumDirect White 16x40 Inch Double Sided Hanging Gift Wrap Organizer, Wrapping Paper Gift Bag Storage

Gift wrapping papers and bags have a habit of sticking around for much longer. From leftover wrapping paper, to gift bags that find their way into your home every Xmas, be smart and store them for future use.  One of the best ways to store your gift wrap supplies is by rolling up all of your wrapping paper and then storing it vertically in a closet or under the bed. Depending on how much space you have, you can even size down your rolls to save some space. For something more durable, a small investment into proper storage containers and boxes will go a long way in preserving your Christmas gift wraps and bags for longer.

2. Storing Your Artificial Christmas Tree

One of the reasons people love artificial Christmas trees is because they are easy to store. The most basic method to store your artificial Christmas tree is to keep it in the box it came with.  Store your artificial Christmas tree in the box covered in bubble wrap to keep it clean and free of dirt before next year.   Hang your tree from a metal ceiling hook and wrap the trunk with rope or a bungee cord. Secure the top by threading rope or a bungee cord through the upper branches and attaching to hooks on the upper part of the wall.

3. Store ornaments on dividers

Whitmor Holiday Ornament Storage Cube with 64 Individual Compartments - Durable Non-Woven Polypropylene Fabric - Clear Front Window - Removable Top and Convenient Handle – Xmas Ornaments Organizer

When not stored properly, Christmas ornaments may rub on each other and chip away the glitter and the shiny. Using dividers will preserve them for more Christmas seasons to come. There are a lot of ways to go about this, but one I have seen that is super simple and doesn't take up a lot of space is using custom wood dividers from an arts and crafts store. If you have a box already, you can simply make or get these dividers.  Alternatively, ready made ornament storage containers already have this.

4. Use clear containers

Clear storage containers are a must-have for any home. They're perfect for storing Christmas decorations and, if they're clear, you can even see what you're looking for. It's also a good idea to store items that need to be packed away, like seasonal cooking gadgets or holiday tablecloths and placemats.

IRIS USA TB Clear Plastic Storage Bin Tote Organizing Container with Durable Lid and Secure Latching Buckles, 19 Qt, 6 CountIRIS USA TB-17 Holiday Storage Box, 19 Qt, Clear/Red, 6 PackSterilite 19909804 116 Quart/110 Liter Ultra Latch Box, Clear with a White Lid and Black Latches, 4-Pack

5. Use empty containers to store string lights

If you're like me and keep all kinds of containers, make the most of them by using them to store lights. I use coffee cans to keep the string lights properly stored.  The last thing you need is to battle with entangled lights every Xmas, messing them up in the process. 

Christmas Light 12ZOBER Premium Christmas Light Storage Bag - with 3 Metal Reels to Store a Lot of Holiday Christmas Lights Bulbs, Tea- Proof 600D Oxford Fabric, Reinforced Stitched Handles - 5-Year WarrantyPhilips 250 LED Warm White Faceted C6 Christmas Lights on Easy Storage Spool

6. Wreath storage

mDesign Soft Fabric Stripe Wreath Storage Bag - Easy-Pull Zippers, Handles, Stores Wreaths - 2 Pack - Taupe/TanIRIS USA WB-24 Holiday Wreath Storage Box, 2 Pack, 25.25

Rather than storing your wreaths on the ground, try hanging them on a wall. A coat rack will work well for this task because it can accommodate many wreaths at once, not to mention that this will preserve them for longer.  Another nifty idea is to use the store-bought storage boxes. this way you have a semi-permanent solution.

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