A Gift for All Your Gifts: How Storage Takes Centre Stage During Festivities

As the festive season continues in full swing, one thing that makes it even brighter is gift-giving.  With all the decor, mithai, toys, and trinkets that come our way each year, the abundance of them can sometimes feel overwhelming, and we often find ourselves faced with a common dilemma: where to put all the gifts? The answer is quite simple – investing in a gift for all your gifts in the form of handy and functional storage pieces. Whether it’s gifting some to yourself or to your loved ones, read on as Shailly Mandiwal, Home Furnishing Direction Leader, IKEA India, shares a few ideas on how a little storage can go a long way towards organising your gifts this festive season.

1. Preserve Those Yummy TreatsThe exchange of mithais during the festivities is a given. The sheer amount of sweets received ends up taking up so much space in your fridge. Storing them in different packages not only makes the insides of the fridge cluttered but also makes them get stale sooner. Storing them in air-tight containers will ensure maximum utilisation of space and prolong the food’s shelf life as well.
2. Jewellery Organizers For those who love accessories, this one is a saviour! How many times have you purchased a dainty jewellery piece only to never see it again? Or had your necklaces been intertwined so much that detangling them seemed impossible? Consider gifting jewellery organisers such as wall-mounted jewellery holders, jewellery boxes, or stand-alone armouries with specialised compartments to make the receiver’s life a lot more organised.
3. Memories ProtectorTo gift a present is to gift a smile. To gift a smile is to gift love. A lot of thought and effort goes into planning a gift for someone you care about. As such, it’s important to protect and preserve them. Storage solutions like gift boxes, wrapping paper, and storage containers help shield gifts from damage or wear and tear and ensure they stay in pristine condition until they are presented. And the cherry on top is- a carefully chosen storage solution can add an extra layer of excitement to the gift-giving experience.
4. Under-Bed StorageUnder-bed storage containers or drawers provide valuable extra space for items like linens, seasonal clothing, or shoes. They help maximise space in smaller bedrooms, and even though they are not a conventional gift, they are definitely well thought-out and appreciable to everyone. IKEA’s MALM Bed Frame With 4 storage boxes, is an ideal example of under-bed storage.
5. Drawer DividersMore often than not, an ample amount of space in wardrobes goes unutilized. This is because of the large gaps between shelves and drawers and the lack of understanding of maximisation in a layman. In such a case, clothes are more often than not just piled up on top of each other. Drawer dividers take up minimal space while stacking those gifts away neatly and showcasing each of them when pulled out.
6. Floating ShelvesThis one is for your artistic friends and family! Floating shelves add both storage and a decorative touch to any room. They are perfect for displaying books, photos, or collectibles while freeing up floor space. They also add a pinch of life to the room they’re set up in.
7. Technology OrganizersCord organisers, cable management solutions, and docking stations are thoughtful gifts for tech-savvy people who want to keep their gadgets and cords in order. This also helps them declutter and keep their cords and cables from breaking.Remember to consider the giftee’s personal style and needs when choosing a storage solution as a gift, because thoughtfully selected storage gifts can make a huge difference in helping someone keep their living space organised and clutter-free. Not to mention, set yourself apart from the other gifters.