Homes are the backdrop to all our favourite festivities. From Halloween and Bonfire Night to Diwali, Eid and Christmas it’s all about creating a warm welcome and setting the stage for special moments. If it’s your turn to host this year – here’s how to be a good host and create an unforgettable experience.

Set the scene

Take a moment to imagine your home as the backdrop to your favourite festivities. Could now be the time for a home makeover? If so, place an order as soon as you can.

Keep it budget friendly with fairy lights and cosy blankets. Revamp your interior with new internal doors. Open up space for kitchen discos with sleek internal bifold doors. The choice is yours.

Create a timeline

Next, put together a schedule leading up to the event. You may want to start as far out as possible. Especially if you need to send formal invitations or shop for gifts.

We love this party prep timeline suggested by The Busy Bee blog. It features a handy checklist for each day leading up to your event. Starting at six days out (finalising guests and checking for food allergies) and ending on the ‘day of’ (preheating the oven and popping on a playlist).

Map out the details

When you’re clear on who’s coming, it’s time to zoom in on the little things. Particularly if guests will be staying overnight.

Not confident on how to host at home? Harper’s Bazaar suggests making a plan for things like: stocking up on extra toiletries, setting up the guest bedroom and agreeing a time for breakfast to make sure everyone feels comfortable.

It’s these details that can really make or break a get-together.

Ask for help

Don’t spend so much time worrying how to be a good host that you forget to enjoy yourself.

As well as compiling a to do list, Reader’s Digest has compiled a ‘skip it list’ of things not to do. This includes things like deep cleaning, over-apologising and cooking everything from scratch. Instead, they recommend asking folks to pitch in and planning a de-stress day for yourself after your event. Aaand relax… 

Give the warmest welcome

Your space is set up and your favourite people are arriving. What’s next? The only thing that truly matters: giving your guests a warm welcome. Oprah.com suggests getting into the right frame of mind by being generous with your time.

Focus on giving everyone personalised attention. Ask questions. Have their favourite treats on hand. Plan activities you know they’ll love. Take the time to be present and truly connect.

That, after all, is what it’s all about.

Get prepped for party season

Now that you know how to be a good host, you can kickstart the season with confidence. Whatever your plans, we’re here to help you showcase your home at its best. Contact our team today for information on fast lead times and delivery costs and set the scene in style.