The holidays are an opportunity to celebrate family, friends, and good food, however, it can also be stressful when it comes to hosting the festivities.
◻️So I've put together a list of how you can elevate your dinner this year as a host, and impress your guests so that you can focus on what's most important — the food.
➀ 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐮𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫
Although the dinner table is the focal point, your front door and entryway are what set the overall mood of the home, and are your guests' first impression. Buy a festive welcome mat and a fresh wreath for the front door, and dedicate a space for guests' coats and shoes.
➁ 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞
Do you have china you need to dust off? If not, Target, Walmart, and even Amazon have some great, inexpensive pieces that can add a pop of color and elevate the table setting. Or, keep the dinnerware simple, and decorate with a particular color scheme or pattern!
➂ 𝐀𝐝𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞
Beautiful table settings are key to any holiday celebration. A great centerpiece can uplift the entire dining room and set the overall mood. Pro tip: work with your local flower shop to decorate with seasonal blooms. Another great option is to use glass pillars with candles to create a cozier mood.
➃ 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞
Add a tablecloth, runner, or fun placemats. Coordinate with cloth napkins and some festive napkin rings. Don't forget holiday place cards! You can make them extra special by adding a small note to each table setting.
➄ 𝐂𝐨𝐳𝐲 𝐮𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦
Since this is the spot everyone usually migrates to after dinner, prepare your living with subtle touches, such as a vase of fresh flowers and a few pumpkins placed around as decor. Layer in extra pillows, blankets, and throws that will make your home feel extra cozy.