Top 10 Holiday Hostess Tips
Bella Breakdown We’ve pulled together tips from our editors, Southern decorators, and entertainers to simplify your holiday hosting this Christmas season. With small gestures – like hotel ‘Do Not Disturb’ signs – you can warmly welcome guests. The Hostess Help List When having overnight guests, gather the practical things: Wi-Fi password, lip balm, snacks, and water. Also, comfy slippers and good reads make visitors feel like they’ve hit the jackpot. Collect hotel ‘Do Not Disturb’ signs for a fun touch! Stock your fridge with drinks and snacks. Well-fed guests are the happiest! Remember the three P’s: privacy, peace, and...
Quick Cranberry Spritzer Holiday ‘Mocktail’ Recipe
Bella Breakdown One of our favorite part of the holidays is having friends and family popping over for surprise visits or the pleasure of seeing and unexpected friend. Here’s an easy drink you whip up in no time to impress your unexpected visitors and show off your impeccable hosting skills. All you’ll need to keep stocked is: •Cranberries •Cranberry Juice •Tonic Water Always have cranberries on hand by placing in an ice cube tray, filling with water and pop in the freezer. To make your cocktail, pour some cranberry juice into a glass. At this step you can...
Elegant DIY Votive Candle Holders
Votive candle holders are a must have for the holiday entertaining season, but forget about splurging on those fancy ones at the department store. These DIY votive holders are just as elegant as anything you’d find in the store and come at a fraction of the...
