Christmas in July is officially over. But there are still a few easy things I do to get ready for Christmas in August, too. Remember that every little thing that you can get done early and every little bit of planning that you can do now will help the holiday season be a little more relaxed and enjoyable.
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Getting Ready for Christmas in August
ONE: DEEP CLEAN BEDROOMS
I like to deep clean one room a month. This month we’re getting the bedrooms ready for the extra guests we’ll have during the holidays. Everything in the bedroom should be moved, cleaned under, dusted, washed, etc. Be tough and donate things you don’t use or need. It’ll be easier to clean in the future, too.
Just in case you want a list to follow, check out this article — “How to Deep Clean a Bedroom.”
TWO: CLEAN OUT CLOSETS
If you have a lot of closets you may want to split these up and do one a month, also. August is a good time to sort through clothes before the kids go back to school and/or you start buying fall clothes.
Again, be tough and donate anything you haven’t worn in 6 months, that doesn’t fit, or that you just don’t like. Think about creating a capsule wardrobe.
THREE: MAKE CHRISTMAS CARDS AND/OR THANK YOU NOTES
It’s always good to get a headstart on Christmas cards but if you’re making them you need to move the date up even earlier.
Craft stores already have their Christmas craft supplies out so buy or order some and get together with friends for a Christmas in August crafting party.
FOUR: MAKE CHRISTMAS GIFTS
If you’re following our monthly schedule, you made your gift lists last month. So get started now making those gifts! It always takes longer than you think.
Here’s a list of things I’ve made that would make great gifts:
- How to Make the Most Unique Salt Shaker Necklace with Old Junk
- How to Make an Easy DIY Denim Bracelet with Rhinestones
- How to Make a Pressed Penny Bracelet {VIDEO}
- How to Make a Wood Photo Holder, Perfect Gift for Grandparents
- How to Make a Fun Boho Paint Finish Wood Photo Holder {VIDEO}
And if you’d rather buy some handmade gifts, don’t miss my Etsy shop. I make and sell LOTS of personalized ornaments, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and keychains.
Duct Tape and Denim on Etsy
FIVE: PRINT CALENDAR AND MARK DATES
If you’re like me and use iCal or Google Calendar, print out some free calendar templates and start adding important dates as soon as they come up. Even if you use electronic calendars, it helps to visually see the big picture.
Planning for Christmas All Year
If you want to enjoy the holiday season more and do a little to prepare for Christmas throughout the year check out these other articles… or click “next page” to go to the next article in the series.
- 5 Things I do in July to Prepare for Christmas
- 5 Things to do to Prepare for Christmas in August <<<——– you are here
- 5 Things to do for Christmas in September
- 5 Things I do in October to Prepare for Christmas
- 5 Things to do in November to Get Ready for Christmas
If you like to have your plans on paper, one of these planners would be helpful:
Christmas Planners on Amazon
Christmas Planners on Etsy
Thanks for reading!
‘Til the next project,
Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim
Debbee says
Great suggestions. Now if I can find the time….
Shirley Wood says
I totally need to get started making some gifts I plan to make for my daughters! So smart to start early. Time will vanish after Sept. 1! So glad you share with us at Merry Monday!
Mother of 3 says
I was sitting down the other day thinking I really needed to at least start on my Christmas cards. I find if I start with them they help get me in the spirit and then I can move onto handmade gifts and planning.
Pam says
Every year I say I will do this, but I have never developed the habit! Maybe this is my year! Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things!
Sheri says
Good ideas! Thanks for sharing at To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and More Wednesday Link Party! Pinned it to Pinterest! Hope to have you join the party next week!
Jann Olson says
Once fall hits, I get the mood to start deep cleaning one room at a time. I like to have it all clean and organized before I pull out the Christmas décor. Thanks for sharing these tips with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
LINDA says
Thanks for this list. Especially interested in the “make presents”. Thanks for linking to Thursday Favorite Things. Best wishes, LInda @Crafts a la mode https://www.craftsalamode.com