For many families, preparations for fall gatherings are underway. The guest list and menu are taking shape, and everyone is looking forward to spending time together and savoring the flavors of the season. If your home is entertaining headquarters, you’re likely going through favorite decorations ... [ Read More ]
6 Easter Entertaining Tips for a Happy, Hoppy Gathering
Hooray and wiggly bunny tails! Easter parades, egg hunts and holiday meals with friends and family are once again on the calendar this spring. As the host, it’s easy to go overboard with pretty chocolate bunnies in every shape and size, elaborate egg decorating gadgets and special treats galore. No ... [ Read More ]
2022 New Year’s Eve Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts
New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate what the future holds. This season, there is much to look forward to in 2022! As you ring in the year with hope and anticipation, don’t leave your manners behind. Here are a few New Year’s Eve etiquette reminders to herald in 2022 in style and grace. Ringing in ... [ Read More ]
Tips for Throwing a Last-Minute Holiday Party
Whether you have planned your holiday party for months, or have decided at the last minute to invite a few friends over and celebrate together, paying attention to a handful of special details will make your party sparkle. If, as a guest, you have already RSVP'd, don't forget to uphold your ... [ Read More ]
How to Cancel Plans: Etiquette Dos and Don’ts
Regularly investing time with those you care about is the foundation of a strong friendship. Over the past couple of years, we've been reminded that opportunities to gather with loved ones are truly precious. Not to mention, honoring commitments and showing up for friends communicates you value the ... [ Read More ]
Making Your Own Christmas Cheer
I’m going to admit something I generally keep under my Santa hat. The holidays are the happiest time of year for me, but they also make me feel sad. The twinkling lights and the scent of balsam fir conjure up a gamut of emotions, all running through my body at once like an explosion of firecrackers ... [ Read More ]
What Does the Office Holiday Party Look Like This Year?
Celebrating the holidays with coworkers is a time-honored tradition designed to boost morale and bring colleagues together. Thankfully, the office holiday party is making a return this year, but it may look a little different than before. Vaccines and booster shots have made gatherings and ... [ Read More ]
8 Tips For Making the Most of the Season & Managing Holiday Stress
The holidays are a magical time, with a sleigh full of ways to celebrate. Focusing on the parts of the season that are most meaningful to you is the key to truly enjoying this time of year. It’s easy to get so caught up in trying to create the best Christmas ever that you lose sight of the things ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Road Trip Must-Haves for December Adventures
Now that visiting with friends and family during the holidays is once again an option, the holiday road trip is back! Whether your travels will take a few hours or several days, a little planning can mean the difference between an enjoyable adventure and a holiday nightmare. Successfully heading out ... [ Read More ]
Gift-Giving Tips for a Gracious Holiday Season
As the old saying goes, when it comes to gifts, it’s the thought that counts. While that is true, receiving a well-chosen gift, selected especially for you, makes the gesture more meaningful. It’s a way to let friends and family know you are thinking of them during the holiday season. As we head ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Party Attire Primer
The holiday season is finally here, and many people are gearing up for some much-anticipated socializing. From a small get-together with a few life-long friends to attending your partner’s office party, your holiday party attire should be selected with care. Every event is an opportunity to shine. ... [ Read More ]
How to Handle Holiday Gatherings With Unvaccinated Guests
People are finally feeling confident about getting out and socializing with family and friends this holiday season. Ham, turkey and all of the fixings are on the menu, but enjoying a meal with loved ones may not be as carefree as you think due to the vaccination status of some of your guests. The ... [ Read More ]
2021 Holiday Tipping Guide
As we enter the final weeks of 2021, it’s a great time to think of the people whose efforts make your life better year-round and create a plan for remembering them during the holidays. Keep in mind a few additional factors, as COVID-19 has changed how we live. Consider who is new in your rotation of ... [ Read More ]
Thanksgiving Etiquette Q&A
Thanksgiving is on November 25 this year, and there is still time to start preparing for some potential holiday faux pas. There are numerous conundrums worth discussing before they happen in real-time. We have collected a few Thanksgiving etiquette questions from a handful of nervous hosts to make ... [ Read More ]
Beyond Pumpkin Spice: 10 Ideas for Fall
It’s officially autumn, a time for transitioning into cooler weather, favorite traditions and cozy moments. Although the appearance of pumpkin spice in everything from coffee creamers, popcorn flavor and car air fresheners is a sure sign of the season, there are many other fall pleasures to enjoy. ... [ Read More ]