How To Create a 'Christmas Morning Essentials' Box

The last thing you want on Christmas morning is to be rummaging through various draws in the house to find batteries, screwdrivers, and god knows what else to assemble your kid’s toys in the morning! So, to help keep you sane, our organisation experts will show you how to create the ultimate Christmas Morning Survival Box. AKA, all the essentials you’ll need for a smooth start to the day. So, let’s jump right in, what is included in a Christmas morning essentials box?

A Christmas morning survival kit includes things like batteries, bin bags, screwdrivers, scissors, and wet wipes. Essentially, it is anything you might need on Christmas morning when assembling kids' toys or tidying up after gift-opening chaos. By preparing a dedicated box for these items in advance, you’ll save yourself rummaging around the house last-minute, creating a more enjoyable and relaxed environment on Christmas morning!

Read on to find out what you should keep in your Christmas essentials kit, and other hacks to keep you organised on the big day.

Making Your Christmas Morning Survival Kit

Making a Christmas essentials box is a great way to keep your future self organised and stress-free. What’s more, you probably have everything you need lying around the house already, and it takes less than 20 minutes to assemble!

1. Select an Appropriate Box or Basket

It’s no good having your essentials strewn across the coffee table or in a pile in the corner - popping everything into one container is key for keeping everything in one place, and will prevent the chance of you misplacing any items. 

Choose a square or rectangular basket, box, or even an old shoebox to keep your supplies in. Ensure you choose a sturdy storage box that will withstand the chaos of Christmas morning, and think about adding a label if you have them on hand - this will ensure that your survival kit doesn’t get moved around by another member of the family.

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2. Fill it With Essentials

Now it’s time to stock your box with all the items you’re likely to need on Christmas morning. The goal is to have everything in one place, so you’re not hunting around the house mid-chaos. Here’s a checklist of the essentials you need to have in your box, but feel free to change it up based on your family's needs:

• Batteries: Stock up on various sizes (AA, AAA, etc.) to power all the new toys and gadgets

• Screwdrivers: A small set with different sizes and types will cover any assembly needs

• Scissors: For cutting packaging, ribbons, or wrapping paper

• Bin Bags: To manage the mountain of wrapping paper and packaging

• Wet Wipes or Cloths: Perfect for quick clean-ups after snacks or spills

• Tape: Both regular and double-sided for those last-minute fixes

• Pen and Paper: Handy for keeping track of who gave which gift when writing thank-you notes later

• Snacks and Drinks: A few festive treats or bottles of water to keep energy levels up while opening gifts

• Pain Relievers: Just in case the chaos gives you a headache!

• A Camera or Phone: Ensure it’s charged and ready to capture all the special moments

Whilst these aren’t essential, they make a great addition to your Christmas morning survival kit if you have them on hand:

• Spare ornaments or hooks 

• A lint roller 

• Mini first aid kit (because you never know!)

3. Pop it in the Room Where You’ll Open Your Gifts

There is no point in creating a Christmas morning essentials box only to have lost it by the time Christmas morning comes around! Pop your completed essentials box in the same room, ideally right next to, where you are planning to open your gifts. This will ensure that you have everything you need, even amidst the chaos of gift opening. 

If you’re looking for more Christmas morning life hacks to help keep the family calm and organised, you might find our recent blog helpful: How To Keep Your Home Tidy On Christmas Morning

Get Organised With Northern Willow

Creating a Christmas Morning Essentials Box is a simple, practical way to make the big day more enjoyable and less chaotic. By taking a little time to organise your tools, supplies, and even snacks, you’ll ensure that the morning runs smoothly and leaves more room for what really matters - spending quality time with your family.

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