Ten Ways to Prepare Your House for Holiday Party

Figure out the Flow

When guests arrive for your party, they’re going to come in, wonder where to hang up their coats, greet you, and then head for the food. Plan ahead for plenty of room for coats, boots, shoes and umbrellas near the door, or designate someone to be in charge of taking belongings to a bedroom or office area. Also, make sure the food and drinks are easy to get and that there are plenty of comfortable places to sit.

If you’re not into the traditional holidays but you’d like to host a party, how about a modern day barn raising?!