5 things to get rid of in December – to make the busiest month less overwhelming

A cozy living room with a cream sofa filled with throw cushions, and a it fireplace with firewood stacked beside it.

When December arrives there is often more on our mind than having a clear out. From putting up decorations to planning Christmas hosting, it is easy for decluttering to fall by the wayside.

However, it is perhaps the most important time to clear up clutter, professional experts say, with some seasonal categories demanding our attention before the busy season descends.