“Set aside any small, sturdy gift boxes and holiday cookie tins you receive throughout the season. Come January 1, these festive tins (along with some leftover holiday tissue paper) will handily stow away your delicate ornaments and small decor. ”

“Rather than fishing them out from the back of an overstuffed cabinet, consider storing your hand-painted turkey platter or festive holiday hand towels alongside your ornaments and lights. ”

“Refuse samples and travel minis that don’t appeal to you to reduce incoming clutter in your life.”

“If you’re breaking out in hives thinking about tackling the mounds of unworn clothes in your closet or the tchotchkes overflowing in every corner of your house, hire a professional. Yes, this service exists....I used SprucedCo in San Francisco to declutter my pantry and master walk-in closet. Please, don’t go into The Container Store without a plan. You’ll never be the same again.”

“One local option is Spruced Co. and they are extra cool as they specialize in eco-friendly home organization by using natural textiles, glass and metal storage solutions and are big into reusing what you already own.”