Putting Away My Artificial Christmas Tree

When I take down my artificial Christmas tree, I put the top of the tree in the bottom of the box, gather each layer of tree branches together and lay them in order as I take them down. A newspaper can be laid between the layers to separate them. On top goes the stand. This way, there is little frustration in setting up the tree the next year. I also test each set of lights used on the tree, wrap up the cords, and put them in separate grocery bags.

By Judy S. from Valley City, ND