You’ll need plenty of room for holiday cheer, Christmas party foods, and house guests galore.

Before heading into Christmas, check that to toss these 9 things you probably need to say goodbye to.

Get rid of those old receipts, mail, stationery, and random assortment of “stuff.”

Cozy living room decorated for Christmas

For a fragrant mantel finish, bake citrus slices low and slow in the oven and string them together with twine (and an occasional dab of hot glue).Credit:Brie Williams

These areas often become a haven for outdated coats you never touch and shoes that are worse for wear.

White House with Blue Accents at Christmas

Credit: Marta Xochilt Perez; Styling: Jenny O’Connor

Christmas Kitchens Warm Wood

Credit: Southern Living