There is something about a party during the holidays that sets it apart from parties during the rest of the year. Everyone seems to be in the celebrating spirit, and the vibes are festive and fun. If you’re hosting a party this year, you want to make sure your guests have a memorable time and you get to enjoy it too! Allow us (and the Winter Box!) to be your guide to hosting a fabulous party this holiday season.
Prep Your Party Early
The last thing you want before a party is stress. Waiting until the last minute to cook or decorate is not on our list this year. Even if you’re making something that needs to be cooked right before your guests arrive, you can prep everything so it’s easy to assemble. The Caraway Pot Holder Rounds are great for grabbing and serving hot dishes in a flash.
Another great thing to do before a party is prep a batch cocktail or mocktail. This way your guests can easily grab a drink in the Citrine Atlas Cocktail Glass and you don’t have to play bartender all night.
Also, give yourself enough time to get ready so you look and feel your best! If you’re getting dressed to impress early but still have cooking to do, pop on the Sewing Down South Cooking Apron to ensure your outfit stays clean and flawless.
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Presentation is Key
We’re ditching paper plates and plastic forks this holiday season and opting for elevated items to help serve our dishes. Even if you’re buying food from the store(we don’t judge!), setting it out on the Macy Blackwell Tiered App Tray and serving it with Macy Blackwell Cheese Knives will instantly elevate your items. Serving simple desserts on a gorgeous cake stand like the one from SusieCakes will also make your guests think you spent hours baking, even if you didn’t.
We love setting candles out on our serving table, but you’ll want to avoid scented candles in this area. The scent of your candle can interfere with that of your food and be overwhelming to the noses of your guests. Instead opt for scentless stick candles and the stunning Poketo Glass Candlestick Holders to enhance the mood but not the smell of the room.
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Create a Warm and Inviting Atmosphere
Candles really create a sense of home for your guests. It whisks them back to chilly winter nights at home by the fire or under a cozy blanket. We know we mentioned not having scented candles around your food but placing them around your home is a great way to keep the atmosphere cozy. This Votive Set from haps offers subtle and sophisticated scents, and their neutral color designs will fit in with whatever holiday decor you have in your home. Pro tip: trim your candle wick before use to ensure an even burn. The haps Candle Wick Trimmer is great for trimming the wick while keeping your hands and holiday manicure clean.
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xx, The FabFitFun Team
