Home & Garden: Houseguests
12 Helpful Tips for Successful Entertaining
Are houseguests descending upon your humble abode? Are you wondering how to prepare? Don't stress out - Tacky Living is here to help!
The entrance of your house is the first thing your guests will see, and can do much to help them feel welcomed. Make it memorable!
Nothing adds graciousness to a home like a floral arrangement! One of high quality can be displayed indefinitely. Place it in a prominent location.
The best hosts provide their guests with a selection of fluffy pillows. An impromptu plastic pillowcase ensures that the pillows will remain sanitary.
Few things are more embarrassing than having to ask for toilet paper! Keep spare rolls where they can be easily found. Providing a selection of reading material is another thoughtful touch.
Your guests will want to sample the sophisticated local entertainment. Be sure to have suggestions ready.
Although you may feel the urge to clean, care should be taken not to make your home so tidy that it's sterile and unwelcoming.
Add a touch of whimsy to an otherwise dull deck or patio with clever arrangements of gardening accessories, such as these mismatched gloves.
Unusual containers add a fanciful note to the garden when used as planters. You may be surprised at what suggests itself when you cast your eye about!
There's nothing quite like a basket to marry disparate items into an unexpected and delightful arrangement. Be sure to prepare several of these and stage them in dramatic locations.
The baskets need not be in pristine condition. Remember, the patina of age adds charm!
Guests will enjoy visiting your home even more when they can admire a few carefully chosen pieces of original artwork.
After a successful visit, your guests may need to ship a few things home. Keep some boxes handy just in case!
