It is just under 2 weeks now until the big day. This is where we need to up our game and make sure we are prepared without forgetting anything. I am hopefully making this a little less stressful sharing How To Plan For Christmas – Your Two Week Countdown Checklist.
Table of Contents
1. Finalise Your Gift Lists
If like me you have presents all over the place. Now is the time to have a list of all the presents you need to buy. Even more importantly, go through what you have got in already to make sure you have everyone covered.
- Double-check who you’re gifting
- Confirm any Secret Santa details
- Check for teacher/childcare gifts
- Make sure nothing has been overlooked
2. Finish Online Shopping
Shopping online is my saviour. Just make sure if you are ordering gifts to be aware of shipping dates so it arrives on time. If you have booked your Christmas food shop online, go back over it and add or remove items.
- Order anything that needs shipping
- Check delivery guarantees
- Add gift receipts where useful
3. Stocking Filler Check
This is my favourite part of Christmas. I always go overboard on stocking fillers. Now is the time to look at what you have already and if you still need to a get a few extra bits
- Gather all the stocking fillers you have already – this also helps with doubling up
- List what you still need
- Hide everything in one organised spot – I put each persons gifts in a different place so that I can see what they have and they have and if I need to get anything else
4. Wrapping Inventory
This is where I need to take my own advice. Which is why I am mentioning in this post. As we have ended up with too many rolls of wrapping paper and 7 rolls of sellotape.
- Do you have enough wrap, tape, tags, and scissors?
- Choose a gift-wrapping colour/theme if you like
- Sort a “to-wrap” pile so nothing gets lost
Wish i had this last xmas,i’ll def save this and use it for this year
At least you can be prepared for this Christmas
I love being organised so I can enjoy the run up to Christmas. Such a great list!
I find my lists really helpful at this time of year
I have sat down today and done some planning , honestly , I’m in fight or flight mode at the minute.
I think this week is the week we all get to feel like that, so far I am pretty much prepared I think
Man oh man where did the time go this year. 2025 has been a blur and I cannot believe it is less than two weeks until Christmas. Love this post and appreciate your tips!
It doesn’t seem possible Christmas is next week
Very hand tips. I get stressed at this time of year so much trying to please everyone.
It can get stressful, I find lists and delegation the best thing at the moment
I think I am the most disorganised I have ever been this year! It has just come up so quickly!
I am totally unorganised as well, I keep looking and even have lists then I just look at the lists and say I will do it tomorrow
Interesting post and useful advice, can’t believe it’s only two weeks to go
I am so unorganised this year. I was sitting thinking what I need to do and thought I can not be the only one