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Living Room
A comfy, cozy environment that invites guests MATTHEWS
to make themselves at home as they catch up Holiday Hosting
with loved ones is a holiday entertaining must.
Extend the holiday happiness into this space
with little touches like a lantern filled with Construction & Remodeling
pinecones, faux gifts by the mantle, stockings
hung from stocking holders that reflect your Hosting guests can be stressful, especially during the holidays. These are some easy
decorative theme, seasonal throw pillows and ways to prepare for holiday guests and make sure they feel at home.
evergreen arrangements on the end tables and
coffee table. Tidy Up
Bathrooms Before you go all out with the tinsel and holly, take some time to tidy up
It may be a smaller space, but the bathroom is a the areas in your home guests will use the most. Your decorations can shine
room every guest is likely to visit. Incorporate brighter and make a better impression without school bags and shoes cluttering
flameless candles and seasonal metallic accents the display. Take advantage of holiday sales and invest in some storage cubes
that complement the fixtures. Hang holiday or other storage options.
items from shower curtain rings and replace
your standard curtain with a festive or candy-
cane striped alternative. Be sure to finish the Candles
look with seasonal decorative towels. Not only do can they add visual appeal, but the right scent creates an ambiance
that brings everyone together. If you want to stay away from anything with
Guest Rooms flames, there are plenty of alternatives, such as plug-in scent diffusers, room
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Traveling during the holidays can be stressful, sprays and wax warmers.
but you can do your part to make guests feel Remodeling Specialists
comfortable by adding some cheerful touches to
the area they’ll call home. A miniature evergreen Snacks
tree in a planter or pot makes a fun addition to
Waiting for the big holiday meal can be tiresome. Set out some hors d’oeuvres
a nightstand. You can adorn headboards with NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL!!
garland or delicate lights and add festive throw for everyone to enjoy while they wait for the main course to be served. Cheese
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pillows and blankets or even swap out linens and cracker plates, hummus, veggies, mixed nuts and pretzels can help keep your
entirely for a full-blown holiday welcome. guests from getting hungry. Make sure you ask about any allergies or dietary
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requirements beforehand so you can be prepared.
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