Last Minute Hosting Tips

November 25th, 2015

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LAST MINUTE HOSTING TIPS

Hosting a holiday dinner can definitely be stressful. Try some of my tips I’ve learned through the years as an event planner and hostess to get you through your gathering stress-free!

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THANKSGIVING PLACE SETTING

I hope that this inspires some fun on your own holiday table without being overwhelming. Remember, you don’t need to do all of the things you see on Pinterest or in magazines. Even just choosing a few things to incorporate will go a long way in jazzing up your table! ---> IT'S THIS SIMPLE!

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11 DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING SIDES

The best part about Thanksgiving (as far as I'm concerned) is having a hundred different delicious side dishes on one plate! ---> GET INSPIRED!

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STRESS FREE THANKSGIVING

The advice I’d give you for a Stress Free Thanksgiving is the same I’d say if you find yourself in a burning building… the most important thing to do is stay calm! ---> TAKE A BREATH!

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11 THANKSGIVING DESSERTS

Seriously, the coolest thing about this pie is the fact that I totally made it up in my head. I mean, obviously I’ve dreamed up recipes before on this site but this wasn’t like that. I didn’t make this recipe up for the site, it was one I made up for my book, Party Girl! ---> SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH!!

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7 COCKTAILS PERFECT FOR FALL

When I host a party I love having a signature drink to kick things off... especially during the holidays. Here are seven of my favorite fall cocktails perfect for your upcoming gatherings! ---> MAKE A TASTY SIP!

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4 WAYS TO STYLE A BLUE DRESS

I bought this blue dress a few years back and it’s become my version of the LBD. I’ve worn it everywhere in every way. I figured a lot of you might have something similar and no matter what color yours is this makes a great option for Thanksgiving dinner. So, here are four options for how to style your little blue dress! ---> READ THE POST!

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HOW TO MAKE A POCKET FOLD NAPKIN

The pocket fold napkin is my go-to for dinner party place settings, and something I used for years and years when I was a wedding planner. I just love that you can tuck something in: a menu, a place card, a flower, or even a party favor… the options are endless! ---> LEARN HOW!

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7 TIPS FOR A STRESS FREE THANKSGIVING

Check out this video for more tips on how to be stress-free during the holidays! ---> WATCH HERE!

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THANKSGIVING JERSEYS

Every year at the Hollis’ Annual Thanksgiving Extravaganza you can count on two things: enough carbohydrates to feed a baby moose AND a flag football game that we call, The Hollis Turkey Bowl! ---> MAKE YOUR OWN!

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AUTUMN SEATING CARD INSPIRATION

Since this time of year is ripe with dinner parties, cozy suppers, and Thanksgiving just around the corner I wanted to pull together some inspiration for you all! ---> GET THE LOOK!

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TRIPLE POCKET NAPKIN

There are so many different ways to arrange your table linen so that by doing it just a little bit different every time you can create completely different looks without having to buy new stuff! ---> TRY IT OUT!!

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DIY THANKSGIVING TABLE RUNNER

Thanksgiving is one of the most important meals of the year and if you’re like me you start preparing weeks in advance to ensure that it’s special for your family! ---> CHECK IT OUT!

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STYLE UTENSILS ON THE BUFFET

An easy and expedited way to set up place settings for any event! ---> SET UP QUICKLY!

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ACCESSORIZE YOUR FALL BUFFET

I commit to cooking the turkey and the ham and everyone else (and there are quite a lot of everyone else’s) bring the side dishes. Because we have so many guests, and therefore so many sides, we serve Thanksgiving dinner buffet style! ---> ACCESSORIZE!

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TWO NAPKIN COLOR SPLASH

This two-napkin trick is something I learned while on a magazine shoot! Whenever you decorate a table for TV or magazines you want to make the tabletop look as full and layered as possible. ---> ADD SOME COLOR!

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Last Minute Hosting Tips

LAST MINUTE HOSTING TIPS

THANKSGIVING PLACE SETTING

11 DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING SIDES

STRESS FREE THANKSGIVING

11 THANKSGIVING DESSERTS

7 COCKTAILS PERFECT FOR FALL

4 WAYS TO STYLE A BLUE DRESS

HOW TO MAKE A POCKET FOLD NAPKIN

7 TIPS FOR A STRESS FREE THANKSGIVING

THANKSGIVING JERSEYS

AUTUMN SEATING CARD INSPIRATION

TRIPLE POCKET NAPKIN

DIY THANKSGIVING TABLE RUNNER

STYLE UTENSILS ON THE BUFFET

ACCESSORIZE YOUR FALL BUFFET

TWO NAPKIN COLOR SPLASH

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Last Minute Hosting Tips

LAST MINUTE HOSTING TIPS

THANKSGIVING PLACE SETTING

11 DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING SIDES

STRESS FREE THANKSGIVING

11 THANKSGIVING DESSERTS

7 COCKTAILS PERFECT FOR FALL

4 WAYS TO STYLE A BLUE DRESS

HOW TO MAKE A POCKET FOLD NAPKIN

7 TIPS FOR A STRESS FREE THANKSGIVING

THANKSGIVING JERSEYS

AUTUMN SEATING CARD INSPIRATION

TRIPLE POCKET NAPKIN

DIY THANKSGIVING TABLE RUNNER

STYLE UTENSILS ON THE BUFFET

ACCESSORIZE YOUR FALL BUFFET

TWO NAPKIN COLOR SPLASH

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