TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Start Early and Have a PlanDeclutter Before You Decorate Organize Entryway for GuestsMaximize Space with HooksMaintain Organization All Year Long
Hosting the holidays shouldn’t feel like a marathon. Are you tired of running around instead of soaking up the joy? If the thought of guests makes you want to hide, or your décor feels flat, it’s time to reclaim the magic.
One thing can make all this a little smoother this holiday season.
Organization.
With a well-organized home, it's easier to host friends and family, whether it's for one day or one week. With less clutter, you can be more inspired by your decor and see how to use your space.Let's explore some holiday home refresh ideas that will help you be more joyful this season.
1. Start Early and Have a Plan
Starting early is essential for a stress-free holiday season. A proactive approach reduces last-minute chaos.
Begin by creating a general plan of attack. Ask yourself: What rooms or areas of the house have the most clutter or are in need of organization?
What about that table that always seems to attract clutter? Or the entryway where things end up on the floor? Think of kitchen counters that lack prep space. Outline what needs organizing and allocate time for each task. Break tasks into manageable parts. This prevents overwhelm and ensures steady progress.
Organization Outline Tips
• Create a holiday calendar with key dates • List tasks and set realistic deadlines • Delegate, delegate, delegate • Prioritize tasks by urgency and importance • Schedule breaks to enjoy your hard work
Urgency vs. Importance
Confusing urgency with importance is common. This is a major pitfall in keeping up with your to-do list.
Urgency means it has a stricter timeline, or it needs to happen before something else does. It has more priority than importance. Importance means it's meaningful to get it done, but it’s not critical. Installing new coat racks is important, but first, you should declutter. Then, decide on the best room and wall to mount the rack. The urgency is to declutter!Make sure you prioritize urgent tasks and don’t let important tasks get in the way.
2. Declutter Before You Decorate
Decluttering lays the groundwork for an organized holiday home. It creates a clean slate for decorations and eliminates unnecessary chaos.
To start, tackle one area at a time. This method is less overwhelming and ensures thoroughness. Go through each room and decide what to keep or donate.
Key Decluttering Tips• Sort items into keep, donate, or discard piles • Focus on high-traffic areas like the living room • Prioritize where your guests will be spending most of their time • Store away non-seasonal items to free up space
By clearing clutter, your home becomes more inviting. You'll also find decorating more enjoyable when you start with a fresh, open space.
3. Organize Entryway for Guests
The entryway is the first impression guests have of your home. You want to organize it, especially for the holidays. This makes it easy to hang coats, take off shoes, and move into the house. The solution?
Coat racks! They are a lifesaver when you have extra traffic in the house.
Liberty™ 27" 5 Tri- Hook Coat/Hat Rail
Entryway organization is where these coat hook racks shine. They are the holiday hero and year-round darling of home organization. Coat racks come in various styles and finishes. They add elegance and provide storage on your walls with a simple DIY installation. This way, you won't need to rush to collect everyone's jackets and scarves. You can also avoid creating a messy pile later!
The length and number of hooks will depend on your wall space. Choosing single hooks or double hooks has advantages.
Single hooks will look more subtle and streamlined. Coat racks with single hooks will hold less, so they may be suited for homes in temperate climates where people aren’t wearing many layers.
Franklin Brass® Geometric Post Hook Rail
Coat racks with double hooks typically use “coat and hat” style hooks. These have two prongs that stack vertically, allowing you to hang a coat on the bottom and a hat on top. Of course, you can use them to layer any items of different lengths in the same way.
Franklin Brass® Pilltop 5 Hooks Hanging Hook Rail
4. Maximize Space with Hooks
Efficient use of space is crucial during the holidays. Individual wall hooks are great for creating additional storage in bathrooms, kitchens, and closets.
Franklin Brass® Black and Champagne Bronze Decorative Wall Hook
They can hold towels, coats, hats, umbrellas, dog leashes, and other commonly used outdoor items. You can even use hooks for small space storage because they fit practically anywhere.
Tips for Increasing Storage
• Wall hooks for guest towels • Expand closet storage with coat and hat hooks for hanging multiple items• Wall-mounted key racks, so everyone knows right where their keys are!• Clear up counter space by hanging mugs, cups, or kitchen accessories on hooks or hook racks• Use the Extend-a-Hook foldable hook to hang many items (can even be used with hangers to maximize coat hanging). Simply fold up and away when you don’t need it!
Franklin Brass® Extend-a-Hook
Strategically using wall hooks give you plenty of room for guests’ coats, purses, and bags. This means no piles or stacks on benches or tables.
Clear up counter space by hanging mugs, cups, or kitchen accessories on hooks or hook racks. Keeping your kitchen space more organized will help you keep what you need close at hand. It also gives you more room to prep those cute hors d'oeuvres.
With well-placed hooks, you can creatively organize any room in your home for the holiday rush. Wall hooks come in different sizes, offering versatility for organizing spaces but also adding a bit of decorative flair.
Creative Uses of Hooks for Holiday Decor
• Use hooks to hang stockings by the fireplace • Hang wreaths on doorways with decorative hooks • Drape Christmas garland over the top of hook racks
Installing and decorating with Franklin Brass® Ruavista Coat Hooks
Choosing the Right Hook for Your Style
Franklin Brass® Classic Edge Coat And Hat Hook
How do you choose hooks that blend with your decor style?
The easiest way to coordinate is to choose a finish that matches your current hardware. This could be nearby cabinet handles, knobs, or bathroom fixtures. Popular choices include matte black, nickel, or bronze.
Franklin Brass® Casual Farmhouse Coat and Hat Hook Rack
You can also add a pop of contrast for a fresh style by mixing finishes like black and gold, or champagne bronze and white. Gold finishes will naturally add a more festive, warm, and luxurious feel to your holiday home decor. Use the holiday season as a launching point to have a better organized home. When things have a place, it’s easier to do routine cleaning, and have more time to relax.
5. Maintain Organization All Year Long
Keeping your home organized after the holidays can be easy. It just takes a few tips and a little discipline.
Franklin Brass® Voisin Double Towel Hook
Regularly tidying up helps maintain order and peace of mind. Quick daily tidy-ups prevent clutter from accumulating.
Keep It Tidy Tips
• Allocate 10 minutes daily to clear surfaces • Rotate roles among family members to share tasks • Create checklists for accountability
A tidy home helps create a relaxed holiday mood. This lets you focus on what really matters: enjoying the season with family and friends. Keeping your home tidy can keep that joy going all year long!
Browse Franklin Brass® and Liberty™ wall hooks to inspire your holiday refresh.
