

Tip #1: Keep It Simple!
Use a burlap runner, which should be extremely cost effective and then play with different textures and textiles. Do not over think or over spend when it comes to holiday entertaining. The current trend right now is not matchy-matchy. Plan out a menu that is full of simple treats such as cheese and crackers or a fruit platter but then do one or two big menu items that really shine but won’t overwork you. Simpleness will keep your day stress free and let you enjoy your party.Tip #2: Use What You Already Have!
Running all over town looking for the perfect accessories will eat up the time that you have to spend on planning and executing. Spend a few minutes looking around your house for items that may work! Do you have a medium basket that could hold bread? Would that orange and gold scarf work to bring some fall color to your table?
Tip #3: Get Crafty With It!
This is my favorite tip! Have fun and think outside of the box! Use a roll of butcher paper under your drink station.

Tip #4: Know Your Kitchen Shortcuts!
There’s a few shortcuts that can help you go faster the day of the event. *Did you know you can wrap a wine bottle in a wet paper towel and place it in the freezer to help the wine chill faster? *To remove the smell of garlic from your hands, rub your hands on stainless steel. *For a quick piping bag for deviled eggs or cupcakes, snip off one corner of a plastic baggie. *If you need to quickly clean your blender, just blend soap and hot water in the blender. *Clean your dirty microwave before guests see it by simply heating up a coffee cup of water for three minutes and then immediately wiping down the inside. *Grab a few extra bags of frozen vegetables or canned fruit while you’re at the store. If you have more guests than expected, pop them in the microwave or into a pretty dish and you have an extra side dish to stretch the food.
These are all such great tips! I’m always in between dreading the holidays and coming out of my skin with excitement!