Make room before the gifts and guests arrive.
| Area | What to do | Keep / donate / toss | Done |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry closet | Clear coats and shoes so guest coats fit | ||
| Toy bins | Donate unloved toys before new ones arrive | ||
| Pantry | Toss expired items; clear space for baking supplies | ||
| Kids' clothes | Pull what no longer fits this season's size | ||
| Linen closet | Set aside guest towels and spare blankets | ||
| Kitchen counters | Clear small appliances to make room for cooking | ||
| Bookshelf | Sort out books the kids have outgrown | ||
| Junk drawer | One 15-minute sort, keep it shallow | ||
| Under beds | Pull out forgotten storage and decide each item | ||
| Garage / storage | Consolidate holiday bins; label this year | ||
| Gift wrap stash | Combine all wrap, ribbon and tags into one bin | ||
| Digital | Delete blurry photos to free space for new ones |
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