Downsizing Holiday Décor

Downsizing During the Holidays? Let’s Talk Décor 🎄If you or a loved one is preparing for a move—or simply working to declutter and live with less—holiday decorations can be one of the hardest things to part with.

Over the years, decorations pile up—collected from every season of life, full of memories and meaning. But the truth is, most of us don’t use everything we have each year, and storing it all takes up valuable space (and energy).

If you’re downsizing your home or simply trying to ease the clutter, here are a few heartfelt and creative ways to let go—without losing the joy or the memories:

✨ Use Old Ornaments as Gifts or Gift Toppers
Have a box of ornaments collecting dust? Choose a few that remind you of a special person and gift them with a note explaining the story behind them. Or add one as a beautiful, meaningful touch on top of a wrapped gift. It’s a way to share the memories while passing them on to someone who’ll appreciate them.

📦 Sort Décor as You Unpack
This year, when you pull out your holiday bins, use the moment as a mini-decluttering session. Ask yourself:

– “Would I buy this again today?”

– “Does this fit my current space and lifestyle?”

– “Would someone in my family love this more than I do?”

Break up large collections of dishes or glassware into smaller sets and offer them to family members. Donate anything that doesn’t make the cut before it returns to the attic.

🧁 Host a Holiday Décor Swap Night
Invite loved ones over for cocoa and a low-key decor swap. Let them pick through the items you’re ready to let go of, and they can bring things to swap too. It’s a chance to laugh, reminisce, and pass things along in a meaningful way. (Bonus: you’ll lighten your storage load before the new year!)

🎁 Let Friends & Family Know You’re Downsizing
This year, ask for no gifts—or request only sentimental, handmade, or experience-based presents. A shared activity or outing can mean so much more than another knick-knack. Let your loved ones know your focus is on simplifying and creating meaningful moments together.

If you’re thinking about your next chapter or helping a loved one plan theirs, I’d love to connect!