Storing holiday ornaments doesn’t have to be a chore. With a bit of creativity, you can keep your decorations safe and organized until next season.
1. Repurpose Old Drawers
Use old dresser drawers as storage trays. They stack beautifully and give my ornaments a vintage home.
2. Repurpose Wine Boxes
Wine boxes with dividers are fantastic for holding larger ornaments. I love how they add a touch of elegance to my storage solutions.
3. Under-Bed Storage
Slide flat boxes filled with ornaments under your bed. This is my secret for making the most of my small apartment space!
4. Layer with Soft Decor
Use soft decorations like tree skirts to cushion layers of ornaments. It’s a cozy way to keep everything snug and protected.
5. DIY Cardboard Grid
Create a custom grid using cardboard pieces to keep your ornaments from clinking together. It’s a fun weekend project that I’ve perfected over many cups of coffee!
6. Plastic Cup Dividers
Place plastic cups in a large bin to create individual compartments for each ornament. This method keeps my ornaments safe and sound.
7. Shoe Organizer Magic
Hang a shoe organizer and fill each pocket with an ornament. It’s a quirky, vertical storage idea I adore!
8. Cup Method Marvel
Glue plastic cups onto cardboard layers to cradle each ornament in its own little nest. This trick saved me lots of space and time last holiday season!
9. Egg Crate Mattress Pad
Cut an egg crate mattress pad to fit your storage bin, layering it between ornaments. It adds a layer of protection I swear by!
10. Clear Bins for Visibility
Use clear plastic bins to easily see and stack your ornaments. This is my go-to for quick access and a tidy storage area.
11. Soft Toy Bag
Store ornaments in a soft toy bag to keep them clean and dust-free. It’s a fun twist I discovered while organizing my studio!
12. Holiday Tin Storage
Reuse holiday tins to store small ornaments and trinkets. It’s a charming way to give those tins new life.
13. Egg Carton Savvy
Egg cartons are perfect for storing small, delicate ornaments. Just like I do in my Austin loft, pop each ornament into a compartment and close the lid for a snug fit.
14. Custom Fabric Pouches
Sew small fabric pouches to protect individual ornaments. I have a blast selecting festive fabrics for these little projects.
15. Tissue Paper Wrap
Wrap each ornament in tissue paper before storing them to prevent scratches. It’s a simple, effective way that I’ve been using for years.
16. Cardboard Tube Hack
Wrap strings of beads around cardboard tubes to prevent tangling. It’s a lifesaver for keeping my beads neat and ready to use.
17. Color-Coded Organization
Sort ornaments by color into labeled bins for easy decorating next year. This trick turned my storage chaos into color-coded bliss!