The Twelve Days of Holiday Organizing: Preparing for Holiday Guests

Prepare for Your Holiday Guests

A big part of the holidays is gathering together with family and friends.  Many times this involves hosting them in your home.  Why not be prepared ahead of time!

Are you ready for Holiday guests?

Whether you are entertaining overnight guests or guests for a few short hours, being prepared even in the slightest bit can ensure that you get to enjoy the holidays with your guests as much as they do!  So what are some items that may need to be accessible for your guests you ask? Well, try this quick list below to see how your hosting stacks up.

• Select a room where guest can leave their coats/handbags
• Create a self-service drink station easily accessible
• Leave a light on in the bath you prefer to be used with loads of hand towels
• Have some extra tea towels & aprons on hand for your extra helpers
• Set up appetizers in the main room to entice guests
• Festive music is a must to help everyone relax
• For those staying overnight, a luxurious guest accommodation includes a few simple additions.  An extra blanket, throw, extra pillows of different firmness, night light to get them to the bathroom, bottled water or water decanter, an “OMG I forgot…” just like at a hotel, shower cap, some cozy socks, maybe even a robe, coffee ready to brew, hot tea or cocoa out with the coffee station.
• And an even better way to ensure your quests are comfortable, try sleeping in your guest accommodations.  See how comfortable the bed sleeps, if there is any annoying light keeping you awake or if the room is stuffy or cold. Then be creative with what extra touch you would like to have when away from home. Your overnight guests will thank you!

It’s a crazy, hectic time but I’m here to help you by sharing my knowledge and experience of how to organize and be prepared for any situation.  I will show you tips and tricks, along with simple tools and ideas to consider.   But all will show you how to gain a little more control over your life through organization because Life is Better Organized!