I’m a Professional Organizer – 5 ways I organize my Christmas shopping, it starts before you even spend any money

TO-DO lists can feel endless during the holiday season as shoppers rush through stores and surf online to buy gifts for family and friends.

Professional organizer Claire Crawford revealed how she tends to get organized ahead of the holidays.

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And a certain method does not involve any costs, since it can be carried out on a smartphone or a piece of paper.

TABLES

Claire recommended using a spreadsheet or note-taking app to keep track of who you’re buying for and your budget.

she said WBTV: “That way you don’t spend too much money on one person and the other.”

She added that a spreadsheet can be used to write down tracking numbers, which will benefit shoppers buying gifts online.

REUSE DECO BOXES

Claire also encouraged homeowners to recycle empty decorating boxes that might be lying around.

She said it’s a good place to hide presents from children who may be trying to hunt down their Christmas presents early.

Claire said storing gifts in boxes is an alternative to stashing them in a closet or hiding items in a bathroom.

WRAP buddy

Wrapping gifts can be a time-consuming task, but the organizer has introduced a gadget that can save time and stress.

A wrap buddy holds the paper in place so you can roll it out to the length you want.

Claire revealed the device attaches to any surface and keeps your supplies close by.

WRAPPING PAPER CUFFS

The organizer pro said cuffs are a “great way to cut gift wrap.”

It comes with a blade that cuts through paper easily and is consistent across the board.

That means you don’t have to worry about the difficult task of cutting paper in a straight line.

GIFT WRAP ORGANIZER

Claire described the gift wrap organizer as the “holy grail”.

She said it’s perfect for storing festive items like paper rolls, gift bags and ribbons.

Claire also revealed that the large item can be stored under the bed or in a closet.

However, she recommended investing in two — one for Christmas and a second for other events like Easter and baby showers.

Meanwhile, a bargain hunter shared 10 hacks on how to save money ahead of the holidays.

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