how to setup a Christmas closet

Is today really December first? November seems to have flown by in a blur and now it's rolled over to the the Christmas month.

Lucky for me I can relax and enjoy the holiday season because all of my shopping is done. Everything is tucked away nicely into the Christmas closet.

You see, all year long I'm always on the lookout for stuff folks on my Christmas shopping list might like. When I spy that thing at a good price I buy it, write their name on it, and stuff it into the Christmas closet. Then about this time of year I take my list and inventory the closet to see if I still need to buy anything else. Usually my list is complete and I don't have to fight the holiday shopping crowds!

I highly recommend the Christmas closet to ease your holiday stress. Not having to shop at this time of year means that I can enjoy some of the other traditions like tree decorating, driving to see Christmas lights, and holiday plays.

It's easy to set up a Christmas closet.

• Just find an out of the way space that is away from prying eyes and hands. If it's lockable that's even better.
• Don't tell anyone about the closet so they won't be tempted to snoop!
• Be sure to write the intended gift recipient's name on the gift either directly on the package or with a post it note or a piece of paper and tape. This is important!
• Check that person's name off your list and keep this list in the closet.
• Be sure to always carry this checked list with you in your purse throughout the year. That way you can check the list if you run across a bargain you're thinking of buying.
• Start your Christmas closet right after the holiday season when bargains are available in every shop.

You'll be so glad you setup a Christmas closet when you've got your feet up and there's a mug of hot cocoa in your hands as you sit and enjoy It's a Wonderful Life with your family.

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Comments

[Yazmin / A Pretty Rock]

What a great idea! I may have to steal the Christmas closet idea from ya Felicia. Now, to find my spot... lol

[Marissa]

Gosh I'd love to do this but I have such a hard time not giving gifts the second I get them. Last year I had to leave presents at my office so I wouldn't be tempted to hand them over to my hubby and of course the ones that made it to the house ended up distributed too early haha

[sadira]

Wow! Your Christmas closet is much more organized than mine...I'll have to sneak some of these tips!

[missknits]

i do this too! i have a small corner in my bedroom closet i use and stash things away all year long! usually helps a lot! so its not a big chunk out of the pocket book come december! thanks for the great tips! :)

[Linda Lu]

You are brilliant. I am so envious. I have no idea how Christmas has snuck up so quickly. Perhaps my 7 month old has something to do with this.
I love this idea and think I should join this bandwagon. For next Christmas that is. Wish me luck this year! lol.

[Claire]

I knew you were organized!
Also, I am hereby tagging you! Stop by the blog to play along. http://absolutelysmall.blogspot.com

[Laume]

I didn't have an actual closet, but long ago I used to do my holiday shopping this way and it was lovely. Then I caught up in a lot of stressful "rules and regulations"of holiday gifting in my first husband's family and ... it sort of went downhill from there. I've been trying to get back my style of giving ever since. I think I'm getting closer.

[Jess]

I just had to say that the little critter at the end of this post is just adorable!!

[Closet]

Hi,

Very cute Santa Clause pictures. It will give a chance to recollect my Christmas days. Thank you so much for posting.

- Nancy.

[Elizabeth]

I do this too but keep a list in the computer so I can remember what I got the person previous years as well.