7 Things You Need to Know for Easy Christmas in July Prep

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I promise I’m not crazy! If you love Christmas like I do, you will thank me for these easy ideas so early in the year! Keep reading for my Christmas in July tips!

As I’m writing, it is over 90 degrees out and my kids are on electronics because I feel badly to make them go outside…the humidity is insane and it’s just SO HOT! 😂

Why, oh why, then, am I writing about Christmas? If you haven’t already heard, Christmas in July is just so fun. I love seeing all the merriment it brings in the social media world (except for the few scrooges who can’t understand that it’s just for fun! LOL!)

I’m joining up with some friends today to share our Christmas in July ideas and today, I’m going to share a few things that I’ve already started doing this summer to prepare for the upcoming seasons! Hopefully it offers you a few ideas as well!

If you’re hopping over from Jen at Tator Tots and Jello, thanks for joining me today! I absolutely love her Christmas decor and this whole blog hop just makes me smile!

Make sure you visit everyone on the tour today; there are some wonderful ideas, tips, tricks, DIY, and inspiration to help you too!

7 Things You Need to Know for Easy Christmas in July Prep

1. Christmas in July Prep #1

ORDER YOUR GREENERY. I repeat…ORDER YOUR GREENERY!

I always love adding fresh winter greens, too, but since we’ve always enjoyed decorating for Christmas early, I count on good faux greenery. Plus, some of it is SO realistic that I use it for late fall and Thanksgiving too.

Here are my favorites: (Tip: They sell out very, very early. In fact, all of the table top trees were sold out by mid-August last year. No joke. Order now and just set it aside until you’re ready to decorate…whether that’s October or Christmas Eve! Plus, you can leave it up all winter too. It’s that good.)

THIS 60″ garland is perfect for a mantel or table centerpiece. I use two of them on my mantel.
I also use this very realistic eucalyptus garland for fall and Christmas. It is perfect to mix with the pine greenery.
THESE tabletop trees are the best. I got rid of most of my other trees and use these instead. They are so beautiful and look so real! I put them up for Thanksgiving and left them until I was ready for spring decor! They are worth every penny and you’ll use them for many years!
THIS wreath couldn’t be more realistic! In fact, every year I have so many people ask me where I found my fresh wreath. Not from pictures, but people who are actually standing in my house looking at it! Now THAT’S a good faux wreath!
THIS garland is the same as above, except it is 180″. Perfect if you have a really long table or you are draping them around doorways and windows! Bonus: it won’t get crispy mid-December!
For a little larger tree, THIS Norfolk pine will do the trick! My sister-in-law has several of these and they are incredibly realistic! You could put the two heights together for a really pretty look in an entryway, corner, porch, or on a console table!

2. Christmas in July Prep #2…Freedom bells to Christmas bells!

One of my very favorite things in my Christmas decor last year was my huge bell DIY. I shared all the details of this DIY over on THIS post. However, by the time I made the DIY last year, I had to have some small miracles work out to even get enough bells. They sold out everywhere SO quickly.

THESE bells are my favorite and if I could have found them last year, I would have purchased these instead. Plus, they are a much better price too. I’ll stick with what I’ve got since I already bought them, but if you’re wanting to create your own bell DIY, I highly recommend these.

Order now, though! These are another item that sold out before I could even blink last year!

3. Christmas in July Prep #3…Advent Boxes

One of our favorite family traditions are our Christmas Advent boxes. It is such a special time each day from December first through Christmas Day. In true Christmas in July fashion, I actually started this month! You can find all the details about our DIY Advent boxes over on THIS post! I use THESE inexpensive boxes. They are easy and light to store and we’ve used them for a few years now!

You know when all the little odds and ends go on sale on the end caps in July? It’s a perfect time to pick up little gifts. I’ve already gotten adorable hair accessories on deep clearance for my girls!

Watch for those summer sales! And the back-to-school sales are perfect to restock the kids’ pencils, erasers, and art supplies in their advent boxes or even Christmas stockings too!

It definitely saves to shop early and my bin of Christmas gifts is starting to grow. I’ll be extra thankful when November and December roll around!

4. When is the best time to declutter before the holiday season? NOW! Christmas in July!

Maybe that sounds crazy to you, but I know from my own experience that the closer I wait until the holiday season hits to clean out, clear out, and declutter, the worse it will be. At some point in the summer, I have my kids help me go through their closet and toys. We donate some items and add some to yard sale bins. (Here in Florida, we have our best yard sales in the winter! Haha!)

Two benefits are that we start the school year with things feeling fresh and organized. Plus, when the holiday season rolls around, everyone has a better idea of their gift needs and wants. AND, even more importantly, we have places ready to put things away.

These bins are one of my favorite organizers for ALL the things. They are budget-friendly and very versatile!

It’s a beautiful thing!

5. Christmas in July Prep #5: “Wrap up” those projects!

Do you have odds and ends of projects laying around? Christmas in July is the time to wrap those up (see what I did there?😅)

Around here, it seems like there are always loose ends. We really try to get those things finished up before the extra busy-ness of late fall the Christmas kick in. If you have some extra time this summer, work on finishing up the last touches on any projects laying around.

If you have time later, there are always really fun fall and Christmas DIY projects…you won’t get bored. I promise. 😂

6. Christmas in July Prep #6: Plan ahead!

Get the planner out and get dates on the calendar now! Make a list of all of the holiday activities that you and your family want to do, then start penciling them in on the calendar. You’re much more likely to make the memories if you’ve prepared for them and set time aside! Companies, businesses, and schools already have dates set for events…mark those down ASAP so you’re prepared!

THIS is the planner I have and love. I’ve used this brand for several years and I cannot say enough good about it. It is easy to use, has space for everything I need, and looks pretty too!

If you don’t use a planner and you feel like you need some simple organization, I highly recommend giving the old school paper and pencil style a try!

7. Hallmark Movies and Pinterest

Face it, you may not have as much time when the season rolls around! Schedule an evening for a Hallmark Christmas movie and Pinterest session! This is the perfect time to start scrolling and saving pins that give you some inspiration. Even if you use mostly the same decor each year, like I do, there are so many ways to mix it up and use what you have to try something new. I have created some special Christmas in July pins for you. Save these now for some holiday inspiration later!

Christmas tablescape
DIY bells

Yes, it’s early, but….

Are you getting the idea of why I find these things so very helpful? Hopefully they give you a little nudge and inspiration yourself!

As you hop on over to Chas’s post at Chas’s Crazy Creations , be ready for some fun inspiration! She has the perfect Christmas in July ideas to make you smile and get all the cheery Christmas feelings too!

Make sure and visit all of the blogs on today’s tour! It is such a fun tour and maybe, just maybe, it will help you feel a little cooler on this hot, July day too!

Christmas In July Blog Hop

Welcome to our Christmas In July Blog Hop. Be sure to click each link below to follow along on the hop.

The Ponds Farmhouse / Cottage on Bunker Hill / Midwest Life & Style / Cottage in the Mitten / Down Shiloh Road / Bricks N Blooms

Simply 2 Moms / Shiplap & Shells / Peacock Ridge Farm / WM Design House / Thistle Key Lane / White Arrows Home

Pasha is Home / Tater Tots and Jello / Robyn’s French Nest / Chas Crazy Creations / DIY Beautify / Cloches & Lavender

The Crowned Goat / Common Ground / Life At Bella Terra / The Tattered Pew / Design Morsels / Follow the Yellow Brick Home

20201117 - Vintage Christmas Collections (6)

I’d love for you to follow me on social media! You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook!

Blessings,

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29 Comments

Cindy on at

So many helpful, practical and beautiful ideas Robin! Always a joy to hop with you!
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- Robyn Huff on at
  
  Thank you, Cindy! I enjoyed this hop so much!
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CoCo on at

Love all your tips and tricks to help us get off on the right foot this holiday season, Robyn! Prepping well saves us every year and your post has definitely inspired me to get started. Hope you’ve had a great summer, CoCo
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- Robyn Huff on at
  
  We are having a great summer, but excited to work ahead for my favorite time of the year, too!
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Nan, Odessa, DE on at

On the table with the nut crackers, please give measurements of vessel holding the pine. Also how tall is the tree?
Thanks for promoting Christmas.any time of year!
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- Robyn Huff on at
  
  Hi there! Thanks for asking. We have had a lot of requests for more information, and I’m so happy to help. The tree in the vessel is 36″. It works perfectly on my oversized coffeetable!
  
  I am still checking on the vessel dimensions. The one in the picture is in storage. As soon as I find it, I will update my comments here.
  
  Thanks again!
  
  Robyn
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- Robyn Huff on at
  
  Robb was able to find the larger vessel in storage. It’s 10 inches high & 11 inches across.
  
  Hope that helps with your Christmas prep!
  
  Robyn
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Amber on at

I love it all! As a music teacher and lover of traditional and English Country Christmas (in addition to French Cottage and Farmhouse) I am crazy about your use of tarnished hunting horns! I have been thinking of doing a music themed table or buffet this year. There is actually a ton of old music in the storage closest in my choir room at school so I always have sheet music to use for projects and decor. Love the ideas here!
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Rachel Harper on at

Robyn,
Everything you share is so amazing. I loved the brass horns and bells also. Thanks for sharing your talents with us today.
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debra@commonground on at

Love those amazing metal bells Robyn. Thanks for reminding me, I missed out last year, looking for them too late in the season. Love all your beautiful ideas!
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stacy on at

The greens sell out so early! I also love the idea to get wrapping now. You know how many boxes we get that I should just pack and wrap one and set it aside so it’s ready to decorate under the tree! Great tips Robyn – pinned!
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Chas - Chas' Crazy Creations on at

Thanks for the kind words Robyn. Wow, these are fantastic tips and ideas! Thanks for sharing and lovely hopping with you!
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Mary from Life at Bella Terra on at

Robyn, I love the idea of a Christmas planner. Each year I want to do something new and different related to the holidays, but the weeks slip away and I don’t seem to follow through. And you are right about Christmas greenery…last year no one had any mostly due to the supply chain issues with the pandemic, but they are predicting it will be worse this year. Our children are on their own so we don’t have a daily Advent calendar to fill anymore, but I like the tip to start collecting for it now. So many good ideas today! And it is nice hopping with you.
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Anne from Simply2Moms on at

These tips are fantastic for getting ready for Christmas! Especially the one about finishing up projects BEFORE the holiday madness. Pinned all your gorgeous pictures!
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Jennifer Hadfield on at

Oh my goodness, Robyn, I am obsessed with every single detail in your home. That wall with the french horns is just delightful! Happy Christmas in July!

xoxo
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Jenn on at

I love these ideas! It’s so true about ordering early! Last year hobby lobby had a very early half off sale on trees!! Thanks for sharing these wonderful ideas. Your home is gorgeous!
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Cindy on at

I love it all and enjoy seeing your home.

I can’t agree more order greenery now.

As I said in my post I received my 3rd order of garland from Afloral
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Wendy McMonigle on at

Thank you for sharing all of the beautiful faux greenery and the sources.
I also adore your bell garland. Happy holiday prepping.
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Kelly on at

Robyn I adore all of your ideas and just love looking at all of your beautiful pictures! I want to try the advent boxes with my family this year. Thank you for the inspiration!
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Renae on at

Robyn, Your Christmas decor is amazing! So many great ideas. It was so much fun hopping with you. Hugs to you.
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Jen on at

It’s so smart to plan ahead, Robyn. I love all of your tips…I need to get my greenery before it’s gone!😉 Happy to be hopping with you this week. Pinned!
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Kim on at

Hallmark movies and Pinterest. Sounds like a win, win! I am definitely ordering that garland! It’s beautiful!
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Michelle | Thistle Key Lane on at

Thank you so much for the “buy greenery now” tip with links! I’m always coming up short when it comes to pretty faux greenery and mini trees. Can’t wait to see how you decorate this year! Happy Christmas in July Robyn!
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Jennifer Howard on at

I’m all over #7… Hallmark all the way!!!
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Andrea Hundley on at

I love the bells and that you put cleaning out closets in there. You are so right. In a different note I’m am new to your blog and your use if bold text and colored text underlining is great for readers.
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- Robyn Huff on at
  
  Thank you so much for the feedback….and WELCOME! So glad to have you involved!
  
  Robyn
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Kim | Shiplap and Shells on at

This was so fun to read Robyn! I am going to go buy some garland and a mini tree thanks to your recommendations. I have always loved all the amazing greenery throughout your home. Thanks for the inspiration!
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Kristin | White Arrows Home on at

Robyn, your tips are so good! You are so right, order the greenery!!! I love all your ideas and inspiration. You always leave me feeling ready to go create and decorate!
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- Robyn Huff on at
  
  Kristin, thanks for the wonderful compliment! That’s truly the goal: To inspire beauty in all of our homes!
  
  Robyn
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