“Thoughtful details can make a party feel extra special and memorable.”
“I recommend starting with a simple checklist,” she says.
“Break down each task by day, and check things off graduallythis will prevent last-minute rushing.”
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Smart home tech like this can keep everything streamlined and at your fingertips, she says.
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“A tidy space can set the tone for a relaxed and welcoming party,” Stewart says.
Another essential trick to maintaining a tidy and clean home, during the holidays and beyond?
Stewart is a believer in “shoes off” when guests arrive at her home.
And for comfort, she recommends ensuring there’s lots of cozy seating and giving guests room to mingle.
“A tidy space can set the tone for a relaxed and welcoming party.”
Beyond these three elements is, of course, the decor.
“It’s a beautiful contrast that feels both timeless and modern.”
“The key is to confirm everything feels cohesive rather than cluttered,” she says.
“It’s important that your space feels inviting and not overwhelming.”
Real vs.
So naturally, we had to have Martha weigh inand her response was surprising.
“For me, I absolutely prefer artificial trees now,” she says.
Plus, Stewart says, the set-up and take-down is always much easier with an artificial tree.
And that, if you ask us, is agood thing.
