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Thanksgiving Chic: 8 Ideas for a Modern Chic Gathering

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 18:34:12 +0000

Simple ways to throw a modern chic gathering that’s thoughtful, but not stuffy. If you’re hosting Thanksgiving, you’ve got to read! So you’re hosting Thanksgiving and looking for ways to make it feel thoughtful, but not stuffy? This post was written exactly for you! Whenever I have people over, I’m striving to make things feel special and tasteful, but not like I’m trying too hard. And it’s a hard balance to strike! So I’ve put together eight Do’s and Don’ts or things to consider for a modern, chic gathering. It’s written with Thanksgiving in mind, but it easily translates over to Christmas and any gathering really. Hope you find this helpful! Skip Formal Place Settings They’re stuffy and old fashioned! Instead, set out stacks of dishes for guests to dig in and seat themselves. Use Your Everyday Dishes, Silverware, Etc. to Elevate the Vibe None of this disposable dinnerware/serveware business. It’s less waste and way more chic. On the opposite end of the spectrum, don’t feel obligated to bust out your wedding china either. Your everyday dinnerware is effortless and homey. Do Use Specialty Drinkware Do use any fun drink glasses you might have on hand, like cut crystal or […]

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Bathroom Refresh for Holiday Guests

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:23:14 +0000

This post has been sponsored by The Home Depot. All thoughts and opinions are my own. We have one bathroom in our 1930’s Tudor home, thus it more than earns it’s keep around here. Someday we want to renovate, but that definitely isn’t happening this year. Since we haven’t been able to dive into a big renovation, I’ve slowly been making-over different elements around in here. This fall, I’m teaming up with the The Home Depot on a $100 budget refresh to get things ready for when entertaining season hits, a.k.a. the holidays. Easy, inexpensive additions I ordered on HomeDepot.com to help this room put its best foot forward. First and foremost, I’ve focused on upgrading or introducing elements that give a sensory experience: Hand towels are a no-brainer when it comes to creating a luxe tactile experience for guests. Home Decorators Collection has a big selection of styles and colors online, and they’re affordable. Like these Fairhope 1-Piece Turkish Hand Towels. Rug. We’ve never really had a rug in here because I love this floor so much that I don’t like covering it up! But with people coming when it’s freezing, it was high time we get one. I […]

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8 Ways to Prepare Your Guest Room for Holiday Hosting

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 16:01:46 +0000

Do you guys have people coming to stay for the Holidays? My sister was in town the first week of December celebrating for the Holidays, so we had our guest space in good working order a bit earlier than usual. With the Holidays approaching at lightning speed (seems like anyways!) I thought I’d share some of the things we kept in mind while preparing the room for her arrival, just in case you have people coming to stay too! When getting the room ready… Layer the Bed with extra blankets and pillows so guests can get cozy in a way that suits them! Lighting // Consider including a sconce or night light with an on/off switch that can be accessed from bed. Keep Decor Thoughtful, but Minimal // An uncluttered space is always more welcoming. Fresh Flowers // Speaking of decor, flowers are an inexpensive way to add a special welcoming vibe to the guest room, not to mention flowers smell amazing! Hooks for Belongings // If closet space isn’t available in the room (like ours!) mount a hook or two on the wall for hanging up personal belongings. Towels // Set towels out, or make sure guests know where […]

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