How To Create A Gift Station

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One thing I have noticed as a busy Sandwich Generation mama is that life goes on regardless of the load I carry. Having two busy kids with a ton of friends, there is always a birthday party or some special function in the works.

I simply do not have time to dash out every time I need to get something so I established a Gift Station in my home. I cleared out a hallway cupboard and put all of my gift-wrapping supplies in clear plastic boxes of various sizes.

It has saved me a million times, so I would like to share it with you. Here are some of the tricks I used:

Find a location where all of the components can be housed in the same area.

• In a cabinet
• Under the bed
• A storage shelf in the garage

Gather your supplies.

• Wrapping paper
• Gift bags
• Tissue paper
• Ribbon and bows
• Shredded paper for gift bags

Put all of your gift wrapping equipment together.

• Scissors
• Tape
• Pens and pencils
• Hole punch

Don’t forget the cards.

• Order blank birthday cards in bulk
• Invest in multiple occasion cards too
• Pick up some generic gift tags when they are on clearance

Prepare for long distance gifts.

• Sturdy boxes
• Mailing tape
• Labels
• Markers
• Address book

After I had all of my materials in one location, I labeled each box so that my family could find what they need as well. I also purchased small gifts and I keep them on hand for last minute functions. Some of the items include:

• Frames
• Candles
• Gift cards in small increments
• Stationary
• Electronic games

Now I am well prepared and ready for whatever comes our way. Hope these suggestions help to jumpstart a gift station for you!