Keep your fall decor from becoming a creepy collection of clutter!

We’ve all been there…shortly after the hustle and bustle of the back-to-school season, time marches on into fall, and before we know it, it's time to change out décor for the upcoming winter holidays! This year, instead of throwing Halloween and Fall décor into a storage box, spend a few extra minutes to save a lot of time and money next year.
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Declutter/Donate: As you pull out your fall décor, promptly throw out items that are broken or missing pieces.  If the items are working and just not fitting your fall vibe anymore, consider donating right away.  Thrift stores typically can’t store seasonal items, so don’t let the items sit in a box for months waiting to be donated, head down to your donation center ASAP!  That way those items have the best chances of being picked up to be used and loved, and you get that valuable space back in your garage or storage space right away. 

Group & Gather: When it’s time to put everything away, make sure to collect all your seasonal items before putting them into bins and boxes.  Remember that cute ghost you found on sale?  Is it in the kitchen, or stuffed in a cabinet?  Do the kids decorate their rooms for holidays?  Gather all those items and put them in your labeled Halloween bins. 

Label Smart: Go the extra mile to label bins (indoor/outdoor, yard items, etc.) streamlining the process for the next year. You can even add details about what is in the bin so you know what is what without opening anything.  This will also help differentiate between fall decor and decor specific to Halloween.   
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Think Versatile: Since Halloween is just a small part of the fall season, having a separate box or bin for those items helps keep things tidy and items can be easily put away.  If you love decorating for seasons, but want to avoid too much extra stuff, consider decorating with items that stay out for more than just October.  Pumpkin décor can work from September through November.  Switch out cobwebs and Halloween fabric swags for leaf garlands and cozy fall fabrics for a quick refresh.

And if the (literal) skeletons stuffed in the closets get too overwhelming, we’d love to help you find a system that is custom designed for you and your needs.  The Serene Team can help you navigate options to help each holiday season run smoothly, leaving you with more time to relax and enjoy what really matters in the cozy days ahead.  Next time you contact us to help with your garage, pantry, or playroom ask about what solutions we can design to help with seasonal items.  You might be surprised how much time and space we can save you!

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Cassie Thompson, Owner & Professional Organizer

Helping others by decluttering and organizing their space(s) is a huge passion of mine. Since opening Serene Spaces in 2013 it has always been my goal to help others by transforming their space(s) so that their lives can also be transformed.  Our spaces have a profound effect on our mental health and physical well being. I love to hear from clients that they have less mental exhaustion, they feel lighter, and they have more free time to do what they love. ​