When mid-December rolls around, something magical and somewhat chaotic happens in every home. The decorations come out, the guest lists grow, parcels start arriving, and suddenly the house feels about eight sizes too small. This is exactly why Christmas home organisation becomes a true seasonal superpower.
A little planning now means more space, less stress, and a much calmer build-up to the big day. Here are ten clever ways to make your home feel more spacious and festive-ready; plus what you can safely store until the holiday whirlwind settles.
1. Christmas Home Organisation Starts With a Pre-Holiday Declutter
Before you even think about decorations or hosting, spend 10–15 minutes in each main room removing the obvious clutter:
- Old magazines
- Packaging from deliveries
- Items that “live here now” but shouldn’t
- Toys and hobby items not used in December
- Out-of-season clothing
Anything you don’t need before January can go into temporary storage or be set aside for donation. A lighter home is instantly easier to decorate, host in, and relax in.
2. Rotate Seasonal Items Out of the Way
This is one of the most overlooked festive prep steps. Your home becomes instantly more spacious when you rotate out items you won’t use again until spring:
- Garden tools
- Summer sports gear
- Bikes
- Camping equipment
- Patio cushions
- Fans and portable cooling devices
A small storage unit becomes a “season swap space”; a clean, dry spot where summer lives until the weather warms up again. Here is a wonderful article with more practical tips on How to Clear Clutter Before It Takes Over Your Home.
3. Make Space for Christmas Guests
Even if no one is staying overnight, more people always means more bags, shoes, coats, and noise. To create guest-friendly flow, try the following:
- Remove one or two small tables
- Move bulky decorative items elsewhere temporarily
- Clear the hallway so guests can arrive without crashing into storage chaos
- Free up space in the living room for extra seating
If you’ve been meaning to clear the spare room for months… now’s the time.
4. Kitchen Christmas Home Organisation Tips for the Festive Season
The kitchen is where most of the Christmas magic happens and where Christmas stress also tends to build. A few simple Christmas home organisation tweaks can make all the difference:
- Clear a shelf in the fridge for Christmas Day ingredients
- Store away appliances you won’t use (smoothie makers, air fryers, waffle irons)
- Remove non-essential tableware
- Create a “baking box” so festive cake and biscuit ingredients are all in one place
The aim isn’t perfection, it’s easy access.
5. Where to Hide Christmas Presents (Without Losing Them!)
Not surprising, “where to hide Christmas presents” is one of the most searched holiday queries in the UK every December. Here are clever, realistic places people actually use:
- Inside suitcases
- In the laundry basket (clean, obviously)
- Behind winter coats in the wardrobe
- Inside empty appliance boxes
- Beneath the bed in labelled containers
- In a storage unit for large, obvious gifts
What NOT to do:
- The airing cupboard (people go in there)
- The car boot (gets damp, very damp)
- Let the kids “help you tidy up” (they’ll find everything)
6. Living Room Christmas Home Organisation Ideas
Every Christmas, your living room becomes the seasonal hub, which means it needs space. Here are some smart Christmas home organisation tips that can help:
- Moving non-essential furniture into temporary storage
- Decluttering surfaces before decorations go up
- Keeping only the décor you love and storing the rest
- Creating a designated space for Christmas cards
- Removing toys, paperwork, or craft supplies until after the holidays
A clearer room makes the tree look better too.
7. How to Keep Your Hallway and Entryway Under Control
Hallways take a beating in December with muddy shoes, more parcels, guests arriving, and winter gear everywhere.
To keep it functional:
- Use baskets or trays for shoes
- Add extra hooks or over-door hangers
- Move out-of-season coats to temporary storage
- Keep parcels in one designated spot
- Be strict: nothing gets dumped “just for now”
This is one of the smallest areas of the home… and often the most stressful. A little order goes a long way.
8. Quick Guest Bedroom Fixes Before Visitors Arrive
Most guest rooms become part-time storage spaces during the year, and it shows. To quickly flip it back into a guest-ready space, try this:
- Remove boxes, paperwork, hobby equipment
- Store bulky or unused furniture
- Freshen bedding and add spare towels
- Clear surfaces completely
- Add a small tray with essentials (phone charger, water bottle, tissues)
A calm room makes guests feel welcome, even if the rest of the house is mid-prep chaos.
9. Simple Storage Solutions That Support Christmas Home Organisation
- A few small storage upgrades make the entire season easier.
- Clear boxes for decorations
- Vacuum bags for bedding and spare coats
- Under-bed storage for gifts
- Stackable tubs for toys or hobby items
- Fabric baskets for quick clean-ups
- A small self storage unit for bulky items you won’t need until spring
This is where Space Centre shines with seasonal storage that lets you reclaim space instantly, and without a hefty bill or hidden costs.
10. What to Store Before Christmas to Free Up Space
If it’s big, bulky, or not essential to December life… store it. Most families store the following:
- Dining chairs or occasional furniture
- Kids’ bikes or sports equipment
- Hobby items
- Boxes of paperwork
- Out-of-season décor
- Garden furniture
- Summer clothing
- Spare mattresses
A small unit can act as your home’s “overflow cupboard” for the festive season. Find out what you can fit into a 40 sq ft storage unit.
Why Families Choose Space Centre for Christmas Home Organisation
Across Gloucester, Stroud, and Bristol, families rely on Space Centre for:
- Clean, dry, damp-free units
- Flexible sizes for short-term use
- Affordable, transparent pricing
- Easy access when swapping items in and out
- A friendly team who help you choose the right size
It’s the simplest way to feel calmer, clearer, and more in control as Christmas should feel joyful, not cramped or chaotic.
With these smart Christmas home organisation tips and tricks, even with a little bit of extra storage space you can create a home that’s ready for guests, gifts, décor, and festive fun.
If you’d like help choosing a unit for the holiday season, Space Centre is here when you need us. Contact one of our storage facilities Bristol, Stroud, Stonehouse, Gloucester & Cheltenham today.