Show Me Christmas

Each year families all over the country delight in unpacking their precious Christmas decorations. And, there’s nothing worse than discovering one of your favorite ornaments is broken. Don’t let this sad scenario happen at your house. Take action now to make sure that this year your Christmas ornaments are safely packed to prevent breakage.

1. Wrap each ornament in tissue or newspaper.
2. Use gifts boxes to store the ornaments in.
3. Don’t cram the ornaments in a small box.
4. Don’t stack other boxes on your ornament storage boxes.

To preserve all your precious ornaments and ensure they don’t become broken or damaged, there are a few steps necessary to take.  First pack glass ornaments in a box separate from other ornaments.  Place the glass ornaments in their individual boxes or crates if applicable, and otherwise wrap them in tissue.  Fill the box with newspaper and tissue, ensuring the glass ornaments cannot move or rub against each other.  For other ornaments made of wood or metal, they can be placed in the same box, and wrapped in tissue should you see fit.  It is unlikely wood or metal ornaments will break unless they have small parts.  For garlands, silks, or plush items, these can all be placed in the same box with minimal separation. 

When storing Christmas ornaments, ensure the boxes are kept in a cool, dry place to avoid damage to the contents inside.  Basements are preferable to attics, as attics often heat up during summer months.