Between the holiday decor, guests, and gifts, your home can become quite cluttered this time of year. While you’re cleaning up to prepare for parties and general merriment, please accept these holiday decluttering tips as our gift.

Holiday Decluttering Tips

Decluttering during the holidays can help make your home feel more organized. A clean, organized home can help limit stress, which is something on everyone’s list this year. Here are some effective ways to clear your space this season:

1. Designate a donate box. Before you start sorting and decorating, set aside a box to put any items you no longer use. Tis the season for giving—giving your stuff away counts.
2. Declutter before decorating. While some start decorating as soon as the Thanksgiving dinner has digested, it’s never too late to declutter, especially if you have a lot of halls to deck. Pack away some non-holiday decor to make more space. Plus, if you come across a decoration that no longer brings you joy, consider adding that to the donate box. You can also rotate keepsake pieces every year to keeps things fresh and less cluttered.
3. One in, one out. Remove one item for every new item you purchase this year, whether it’s a gift, piece of clothing, or decoration. Encourage kids to go through their toys before more arrives.
4. Rethink gifts. Scan your list. Can you swap a physical item for an experience or something consumable?
5. Minimize cards. Use holiday cards as part of the seasonal decor, and then recycle them in the new year.
6. Organize gift supplies. Keep wrapping paper, ribbons, tags, etc. in one container. Consider reusable gift bags or fabric wraps to reduce waste and clutter.
7. Clear the kitchen. Before the holiday baking begins, purge expired items and donate unused seasonal serving pieces. Now’s a great time to donate non-perishables to food banks.
8. Prep guest areas. Clear clutter from the spare rooms and freshen up the linens before company arrives.

While the holidays can be a hectic time, clutter only adds to the craze. Clear your space, and your mind, by taking a little time to organize your space with only items that adds peace and joy.

Call in the Cleaning Elves

Once your space is decluttered, reward yourself—and your room—with a professional refresh. JDog Carpet Cleaning & Floor Care specializes in cleaning carpets, flooring, furniture, and mattresses to create a more relaxing atmosphere. Whether it’s the kitchen, living room, or guest room, help prepare these spaces with a deep clean once it’s clutter-free.