When the holidays wind down, it’s time to reset and refresh your home. Sort It Out’s Holiday Take-Down Services make January easy — we’ll carefully pack, label, and store your décor, then reset your space so it feels calm and clutter-free. Serving Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland, we’ll help you Simplify the Season and start the new year organized.

Overwhelmed by toy clutter after the holidays? We’ve embraced a more intentional approach to gift-giving by prioritizing experiences over things. From reptile shows and rock walls to local adventures across the DC metro area, we’re sharing our favorite clutter-free gift ideas for kids—and how they’ve made a lasting impact on our family.

Decluttering kids’ toys before the holidays creates space for new gifts, reduces stress, and teaches children the joy of giving. From donating to Northern Virginia Family Services to sharing through Falls Church Buy Nothing, a pre-holiday toy edit helps families across Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland welcome the season with less clutter and more joy.

The holiday season should feel magical—not overwhelming. Over the years, I’ve created simple systems that keep our family organized, from gift lists to advent activities. These tips will help you decorate with ease, wrap gifts ahead of time, and make space for what matters most: creating meaningful holiday memories.