Create an Inviting Atmosphere Light candles throughout the house, hang holiday lights, and if the temperature calls for it, have a warm fire burning. Filling your home with ambient lighting will instantly put your guests at ease and make them feel welcome. Music is always key to setting the right mood, so have several holiday playlists ready to go. By placing Bluetooth speakers throughout common room areas, you can keep the music flowing from room to room. Sometimes music also works to put guests at ease, especially if you’ve invited people who haven’t met each other before.
themselves comfortable. Make sure your kitchen is organized so your guest can easily find cups, glasses, plates and utensils. Clean all guest bathrooms, and make sure each is well stocked with extra rolls of toilet paper and clean towels. Greet Your Guests with Holiday Cheer! Make your guests feel the spirit of the season the moment you meet them at the door! Have your porch light on, the welcome mat out and a festive wreath hanging from your door. Clear your coat rack or make extra space in your entryway closet to accommodate guests’ coats, scarves, hats, handbags and boots.
Are you planning on hosting a party or entertaining overnight guests this holiday season? If so, you’ll want to plan ahead to create a stress-free, enjoyable experience for everyone — including yourself! The following tips will help you prepare for guests, so they’ll feel comfortable, relaxed and ready to celebrate the season with you. Give Your Home a Good, Deep Clean At least two to three weeks before your guests are expected to arrive, start doing a deep clean of any areas of the home your guests will be in. Go beyond your normal household cleaning and do a deep scrub so all of your common areas are free from clutter and so guests can easily find space to spread out and make
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