Holiday Entertaining

  • How to Make a Dried Orange Garland for Christmas: A Simple, Cozy DIY You’ll Use Every Year

    How to Make a Dried Orange Garland for Christmas: A Simple, Cozy DIY You’ll Use Every Year

    This dried orange garland is a simple, cozy way to decorate for Christmas using just oranges, twine, and a low oven. Thinly sliced oranges are slowly dried until crisp, then threaded onto twine to create a natural garland that works beautifully on trees, mantels, windows, and staircases. With an optional addition of cinnamon sticks for…

  • How to Host a Fun NYE Sparkling Wine Tasting Party in 10 Steps

    How to Host a Fun NYE Sparkling Wine Tasting Party in 10 Steps

    Hosting a NYE sparkling wine tasting is one of the most festive, fun, and budget-friendly ways to celebrate the new year at home. Instead of a big party or bar scene, gather your favorite people, pop a few bottles of bubbly- from Champagne and Prosecco to sparkling rosé- and turn the night into a mini…

  • 10 Fun Winter Party Themes to Make Cold Weather Way More Exciting

    10 Fun Winter Party Themes to Make Cold Weather Way More Exciting

    Winter Party Themes make cold-weather gatherings warm, fun, and memorable. From après-ski and cozy pajama parties to DIY craft nights, cocoa bars, and even a “summer somewhere” escape, there’s a theme for every vibe. Add simple décor, comforting snacks, and thoughtful winter party favors to make it extra special. Cheers to celebrating the cozy season…

  • 7 Festive Winter Wine Tasting Party Themes to Make the Holidays Sparkle

    7 Festive Winter Wine Tasting Party Themes to Make the Holidays Sparkle

    Hosting a winter wine tasting party is one of my favorite ways to bring friends together during the colder months. From Ugly Sweater competitions to sparkling New Year’s Eve bubbles, there are so many creative Winter Wine Tasting Party Themes to make your gathering memorable. The best part? You don’t need to be a sommelier…

  • How to Host the Ultimate Winter Wine Tasting Party

    How to Host the Ultimate Winter Wine Tasting Party

    Hosting a winter wine tasting party is one of my favorite ways to make the cold season feel cozy and festive. With bold red wines, seasonal food pairings, twinkling lights, and even a blind tasting kit with holiday charms, it’s the perfect way to bring friends together. In this post, I’ll share how to choose…

  • 16 Hilarious White Elephant Gift Ideas That Always Get Stolen First

    16 Hilarious White Elephant Gift Ideas That Always Get Stolen First

    Looking for the ultimate White Elephant gift that everyone will fight over? From wireless karaoke microphones to Danny DeVito sequin pillows, middle finger candles, Chia Pets, and even Snoop Dogg’s cookbook, these 16 hilarious ideas are guaranteed to get stolen first. Whether you’re shopping for an office swap or a family holiday party, these crowd-pleasing…

  • The Best Homemade Christmas Gift: 5 Ingredient Christmas Morning Simmer Pot Recipe

    The Best Homemade Christmas Gift: 5 Ingredient Christmas Morning Simmer Pot Recipe

    Looking for the perfect homemade Christmas gift that’s thoughtful, affordable, and festive? This easy simmer pot recipe called Christmas Morning is made with dried oranges, cinnamon sticks, rosemary, cloves, and star anise. Packaged in glass jars with printable labels, it makes a beautiful DIY present for neighbors, teachers, friends, and family. Fill your home with…

  • How to Host the Perfect Pumpkin Painting Night: A Fall Gathering for All Ages

    How to Host the Perfect Pumpkin Painting Night: A Fall Gathering for All Ages

    Hosting a pumpkin painting night is the perfect cozy, mess-free alternative to traditional pumpkin carving, ideal for fall gatherings with friends, family, or kids. In this guide, you’ll learn how to host the perfect pumpkin painting night with fall decor ideas, cozy ambiance tips (think plaid blankets and candles), the best pumpkins for painting, recommended…

  • How to Host a Halloween Costume Contest Guests Will Actually Get Excited About

    How to Host a Halloween Costume Contest Guests Will Actually Get Excited About

    Want your Halloween party to stand out? This guide shows you how to host a Halloween costume contest guests will actually get excited about, with fun award categories, prize ideas, easy voting methods, themed decor, and photo booth tips. Whether you’re throwing a spooky bash or a cozy costume night, these ideas will boost participation…

  • Festive Holiday Brunch Hosting Tips and Ideas

    Festive Holiday Brunch Hosting Tips and Ideas

    Hosting a festive holiday brunch is the perfect way to gather friends and family for a cozy, cheerful celebration filled with seasonal flavors and warm touches. From themed mimosa bars and cardamom cinnamon rolls to cozy table settings and thoughtful brunch favors, this guide walks you through everything you need to plan a memorable morning…