Before you start undecking those halls, check out these tips from organizing and cleaning expert Donna Smallin Kuper, the One-Minute Organizer.

"I love decorating for the holidays. But de-decorating? Not so much," says Smallin Kuper."Here's what I suggest to simplify the process."A picture's worth 1,000 wordsTake photos of your holiday decorations before taking them down so you'll know exactly what to do next year. Put decorations away in reverse of how you want to retrieve them next year.For example, if you store tree lights in the same box with ornaments, place them on top since you'll need them first. Wrap strings of lights around sturdy sections of cardboard boxes (like the flaps).Label the cardboard with the location where you had them up this year; e.g., mantel, staircase railing, tree.Box it upConsider purchasing plastic boxes if you are not already using them. They're usually on sale after the holidays.Buy all the same size boxes for easy stacking.Create an inventory of each item as you pack it. Then tape an envelope to the box, store the inventory list inside, and label the front of the envelope with a brief description such as Christmas Tree Ornaments or Living Room Decorations.Use it or lose itDonate any decorations you didn't use this year or last year.And always pack holiday decorations, especially delicate ornaments, as if you are packing for a move, because you never know what the new year will bring.For more organizing and uncluttering tips, visit Smallin Kuper at

http://www.unclutter.com/.