Christmas Planning Made Easy: 6 Week Countdown Preparation

With just over 6 weeks to Christmas, if you haven’t already started your Christmas planning then now may be the time to start! The festive period is supposed to be a time of joy but many people feel overwhelmed by the endless list of things of to do.

Planning in advance puts me in control. It allows me to enjoy Christmas instead of stressing over last minute preparations. To help keep you on track, I thought I’d share this free printable checklist to break down your Christmas planning into small manageable chunks.

 

6 WEEKS TO GO

Activity			Resources
If you haven't already, make or purchase a Christmas Planner			Related: Use A Christmas Planner To Prepare For The Festive Season
Confirm all of the addresses in your contact are up to date.
Ask your family/friends for gift ideas and create a list			Related: Free Christmas Gift Log Printable
Create a Christmas budget			Related: Printable Christmas Planner (inc. Christmas budget)
Book pantomime and Santa visit tickets

 

5 WEEKS TO GO

Activity			Resources
Create a Christmas Meal Plan			Related: Read Jamie Oliver's Christmas Cookbook for inspiration
Bake Christmas cookies in advance and freeze
Prepare appetizers in advance and freeze
Purchase wrapping paper, bows, ribbons, etc.

 

4 WEEKS TO GO

Activity		Resources
Write Christmas cards and post
Schedule Christmas activities on your calendar/planner		Related: Free Monthly Planner Printable
Clear out cupboards and take inventory of the freezer
Review and purchase Christmas decorations

 

3 WEEKS TO GO

Activity					Resources
Decorate the tree and put up other decorations
Purchase advent calendars and Christmas crackers
De-clutter your house. Throw out anything that is no longer used.					Related: Use this free printable to breakdown your holiday cleaning into daily tasks

 

2 WEEKS TO GO

Activity			Resources
Pick up any Secret Santa gifts that you are participating in
Set time aside to gift wrap
Stock the pantry and drinks cupboard			Related: Use this Meal & Recipe planner to help plan your grocery list.
Make a Christmas playlist

 

1 WEEK TO GO / WEEK OFF CHRISTMAS

Activity			Resources
Buy fresh food and meat			Related: Free Meal Planner
Purchase and wrap last minute gifts
Deliver gifts and baking to friends and neighbours
Polish silverware and wash tablecloths.

 

Use this free printable Christmas checklist to add to your planner. Available in A4/Letter and A5.

 

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