The holidays make having a wrapping paper storage system in place not only convenient and easy to have, but can also save you a lot of precious time that’s always in short demand as the holidays come near. But what really works? What actually keeps you organized? How do you decide amongst the hundreds of wrapping paper storage systems out there?
With so many choices out there and plenty of products ranging in all types of sizes and functionality, deciding on the right kind really depends on your own individual needs. While a lot of the standard wrapping paper storage totes seem like they would do the job, many people find that they often end up not being large enough or don’t store the paper as well as they’d like. But since a surplus of paper is likely to happen, and you don’t want to get it ruined by just tossing it in a closet somewhere, you’ll definitely want to make sure that it’s properly stored.
The first thing to do is really think about how often you wrap presents and what kind of paper you use. If you commonly use big rolls of paper for example, you’ll want something that can accommodate the length.
Another often overlooked thing that you will want to think about are gift bags. If you’re a fan of keeping gift bags and reusing them because it is not only good for the environment but helps you save money as well, then obviously you’ll want to make sure you accomodate for some space for those types of things as well. Gift bags can be a little more trickier to store, because they often come in different shapes and sizes. Most wrapping paper containers don’t really accomodate for gift bags, so it’s something else to consider when picking something.
Before buying anything, the best thing to do is to take a tape measure and actually measure the length of your longest sheet of wrapping paper. While they often come in standard dimensions of 36″ or 42″ you never really know how long it will actually be.
The next thing you’ll want to consider is whether or not the container needs to be crush resistant and where you will actually keep your storage boxes for wrapping paper. If you keep them in a place where other things will be stacked on them or they might otherwise get smashed, it’s important to make sure that you factor in whether the box will do a good job at actually protecting everything or not! On the other hand, if the items will be stored on a shelf or not anywhere they might get crushed, you could likely use a cardboard or other container.
Another thing to consider is keeping all of your gift wrapping supplies together in one place. Keeping scissors, bows, ribbons, gift tags, and everything else makes it handy for wrapping presents and keeps you even more organized. When you’re in a time crunch playing Santa or running late for a birthday party, having everything well organized in one easy to reach place works out great.
Here are a couple of organizers you might want to check out:
Hanging Gift Wrap/Bag Organizers
As far as storage goes, you can’t get much better than something that takes up no less space that a coat in your closet. These two products, made by Jakari offer just that. You can get the Gift Bag Organizer Here
Clear Storage Gift Wrap Box
Depending on what type of gift wrap container you need, a simple and clear plastic box can often work plenty well. They are great for stacking, and see through helps you know exactly how much you have and what type is in each box. This can be especially helpful if you have a large collection and want to separate the different types, such as Christmas paper in one and Birthday Paper in the other. You can get the one pictured above here
While gift wrap storage containers will vary depending on your individual needs, these two ideas will help you keep your space clean and clear of clutter!
