How to Store Christmas Garland Properly | Easy & Tangle-Free Storage Tips

Learn how to store holiday garland properly to keep it tangle-free and in perfect condition for next year. Follow these simple storage tips to preserve your Christmas decorations!

Do You Love or Dread Packing Away Holiday Decorations?

1. Sad when you put your Christmas decor away?
2. Glad to make the space and start fresh?

I have to admit – I’m usually #2! As much as I love my Christmas decor, I truly do love clearing it out and starting fresh! It just makes it feel a little less messy/busy.

The time has come…and it’s time to put my Christmas garland away. I look forward to putting it out every year, and then I’m strangely excited to put it away at the end of the holiday season!

I have a lot of garland that I decorate my house with for Christmas, both inside and out. Just the outside of our house has 18 strands of 6′ lighted garland! Yikes! I sure do have a lot!

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But don’t worry, with the Christmas decor coming down, you now have the opportunity to start with a whole new fresh theme to decorate with! I definite went minimalistic with my January mantle decor and it just feels so nice to have a little more “freed up space!”

But how are you to store away all these swag of garland each year in between the holidays?

How to Pack and Store Lighted Garland for Next Year

After the holiday season ends, properly storing your Christmas garland ensures it stays in great condition for next year. Whether you have pre-lit garland, artificial pine, or decorative strands with bows and ornaments, using the right storage method will keep it tangle-free and protected from dust, moisture, and pests. Here’s the best way to store Christmas garland without damage!

The Best Way to Store Holiday Garland & Keep It Looking New

1. Remove all added ornaments, bows, ribbons, bells, etc
2. Lay flat (or hang tall) and fold in half
3. Gently lay each stem in the same direction
4. Layer in a large Sterilite bin. I use this one because it is 3′ long and fits the garland perfectly! I can fit 20 strands of 6′ garland in this bin.

By placing your garland in a Sterilite bin, you are keeping it safe from any critters and moisture. It also helps preserve the garland’s shape longer – believe me, I definitely can attest to this after our house was struck by lightning and caught fire. All of my attic stuff was a total loss…but many of the items in my Sterilite bins was able to be salvaged!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do you store holiday garland without crushing it?

A: Store garland in a long Sterilite bin, laying each piece flat. Remove added decorations like bows or ornaments and store those separately. Avoid stuffing garland in bags, which can damage its shape.

Q: Can you store pre-lit Christmas garland?

A: Yes! Be mindful of the electrical cords when storing pre-lit garland, avoid bending the wires excessively. Coil it loosely and place it in a storage bin to prevent tangling or broken lights.

Q: What’s the best way to prevent holiday garland from getting dusty?

Storing garland in large, long Sterilite bins prevents dust and debris from getting on the garland. When you’re ready to use the following year, just take it out of the bin and it’s as good as when you stored it away!

Have a Holiday Storage Hack? Share Your Tips Below!

Do you have a favorite way to store Christmas garland? Let me know in the comments! And if you found this guide helpful, share it on Pinterest to help others keep their holiday décor organized!”