Published November 24, 2021
Easy Hosting Tips for the Holidays
Whether you’re hosting a big function or a small gathering this holiday season, you’ll benefit from these hacks. Take a look to learn how to make holiday hosting opportunities a breeze.
Sticky Notes Trick- Keep your serving pieces organized with the help of sticky notes! A few strategically placed sticky notes on your casserole dishes and platters will make it easy to know what goes where.
Triple Line the Trash Can- Line the trash bin with three trash bags. This will mean you can easily remove one move to the next bag quickly and easily.
Have the Wifi Password Displayed- If you’ve ever had a houseguest need the Wifi password and not known it off the top of your head, then you’ll appreciate this hack! Simply write it down and place it in an easily accessible location. This will make it easy for guests to find it when they’re in need.
Create a Signature Cocktail to Keep on Hand- A signature cocktail is easier to manage than keeping a fully stocked bar. Make up something festive and keep it in the fridge for parties.
Stock up on Leftovers Containers- Make sure you have plenty of reusable containers on hand for leftovers. It’s always nice to send guests home with a bag of delicious leftovers. Plus, it’s nice to know you’ll have a place to put all those yummy leftovers after holiday parties!
Keep Extra Folding Chairs on Hand- The biggest hosting faux pas is to end up short on chairs. A few nicer folding chairs will blend seamlessly into decor and give everyone a (literal) seat at the table! These wooden chairs look great in a variety of homes!* (*Affiliate link.)
Make the Bed Without Sheets- When a guest leaves, strip the sheets and make the bed with the duvet, etc. This will ensure you always put fresh sheets on for guests and don”t have to ask, “did I wash the sheets?” when someone arrives.
Learn How to Make Ahead as Much as Possible- Use your fridge and freezer to your advantage. A few dishes prepared in advance will save some sanity on the day of parties, freeing you up to enjoy the process!
Keep Warm Drinks Warm in a Slow Cooker- Cocoa, cider, and mulled wine all taste great when kept warm in the slow cooker. You can easily create large batches of warm drinks and keep them at the perfect temp with the help of this tip.
Freeze Cranberries as a Festive Ice Cube Alternative- Frozen cranberries will not affect the flavor of your drinks, but they’ll add a festive ice cube that will look adorable in holiday cocktails!
