Getting ahead on Christmas does not mean putting up the tree in October. It can simply mean taking care of the decisions that become harder later.
Order anything that needs extra travel time
Long-distance gifts, gifts going to multiple homes, and items you plan to re-ship are worth handling early.
Check the family calendar
Travel, concerts, school events, and company parties can fill December quickly. Mark the big dates before choosing tradition nights.
Choose one family activity
If The Tomte Cake is part of this year's Christmas, ordering early lets you pick a date before the calendar gets crowded.
Leave the fun seasonal details for later
You can save decorating, wrapping, and music for when you actually want Christmas to feel close.