We finalize head counts, make our meal plan, and double-check food allergies.
But I alsothink about my tablescape ideasfar in advance since it requires some major planning.
As a result, theres one thing I learned to do a few daysbefore hosting any event.
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My husband immediately paused his own event prep and made a quick wineglass run.
From then on, I vowed to always double-check things before the big day.
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Our cabinets are pretty small, and we don’t have a great pantry or nearby closets.
This means pretty much everything we do have in our kitchen serves a purpose.
Most of the time, we know who to expect and how many guests well have.
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This makes it easy to assess ahead of time.
At some point before the party, I ensure we have enough plates, glasses, and cutlery.
Other times, we go for a buffet-style meal where its less obvious that everything isnt quite so coordinated.
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