The Christmas holidays are about to end. It's time to think about how to store the decorations: here are some useful and creative recycling tips
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himThe Christmas holidays are about to end. It's time to think about how to store the decorations: here are some useful and creative recycling tips
Epiphany takes away all holidays. The time has come to think about how to store the Christmas decorations so that you can reuse them in the future. The Christmas decorations, in fact, can be reused from year to year, for this it is good store them properly so you can continue to use them for some time, avoiding waste and saving on the budget.
Here are some useful tips for storing and storing your Christmas decorations in the safest way, from the tree to the balls, up to the lights.
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Put away the Christmas tree
The simplest and cheapest option for preserve the Christmas tree is to put it back in its original box, or buy a bag so that it stays clean, dry and undamaged. Before storing, make sure all decorations have been removed, then disassemble the tree and carefully pin the branches against the stem.
A useful way to wrap it is to use old sheets, mattress bags or blankets to create an extra protective layer. Once this is done, you can store it in the attic, cellar or in a spacious closet, preferably away from sources of heat, humidity or animals.
Christmas tree lights
First di store Christmas tree lights it is advisable to eliminate any tangles; after that, proceed by storing them inside a cylindrical-shaped cardboard container. Here's how to do it:
- drill a hole in the end of the container
- insert one end of the light cable into the container
- carefully roll the lights around the tube, starting at the top and working down
- place the other end of the cable inside the hole you made previously.
For longer strings of lights, you can reuse the cardboard roll of the wrapping paper. Just wrap the string of lights around the roll and thread the ends inside the tube, securing them with tape.
Another economic method is to use clothes hangers especially in the case of shorter strands of lights. Here's how to do it:
- wrap one end of the light cord around the hanger hook
- wrap the wires around the hanger to the end of the cord.
Another very easy way to to store Christmas lights is to group them and secure them with a tie or rubber band. In this way they can be kept in their original packaging; of course, it is always advisable to check for frayed wires, broken bulbs or loose connections that will need to be replaced.
Store the Christmas balls
The best method for keep the Christmas balls is to place them in their original packaging; therefore, he remembers never to throw it away.
If not, you can use an old shoe box, but remember that the balls break very easily, so it's best to wrap them in gift wrapping paper or newspaper. Once wrapped, they can be safely stored and reused next year. For smaller, more delicate balls, try an egg container, and that's it!
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