Many years I have been up late Christmas Eve frantically wrapping gifts.  It ruined the magic of the day for me. So now I wrap gifts almost as soon as I get home with them. There’s less chance that children will sneak a peek of their surprise this way too.

But sometimes I forget what is in the package when it isn’t opened for over a month.  I implemented a simple numbering system to help.

I write a small number in the corner of the gift tag, then have a sheet of paper with a guide to remind me what I wrapped.

I write the recipient’s name and a short description. Then to keep it safe, I put it in a special envelope.

It should be safe in there :).