Tips for Hosting Apartment Gatherings
And just like that, Summer has come and gone in Minnesota! The holiday season is quickly approaching. For many of us, this comes with the role of hosting friends and family for festive gatherings. When renting an apartment or townhome, it can feel like a challenge to host in a smaller space.
We’ve scoured the internet to find the most helpful tips to make this season as stress-free and joyful as possible! Here are our top tips for your next gathering!
1. De-Clutter!
You don’t have to have a lot of stuff for your apartment to feel crowded. Did you know that having extra clutter around your home can lead to higher stress? Do what you can to organize, downsize, and declutter before your festivities! Take a look at one of our other blogs that gives tips on natural cleaning methods!
2. Plan Ahead
The holiday season is overwhelming as-is. By planning ahead, you can make the entire process that much easier. Start by planning a guest list. This can be however many people you’d like! Once you have confirmed who plans to attend, start writing a grocery list. Don’t forget things such as cutlery, extra napkins, and even decorations!
3. Put Food and Drinks Around Your Apartment
It may make sense to set all the food and drink on your dining table, but this can create quite a traffic jam when it comes time to eat. We suggest placing food trays strategically on end tables, coffee tables, and counter space to make it easy for multiple people to access at once!
4. Don’t Be Afraid to Rearrange
You’d be surprised by how much rearranging your furniture can do when hosting for the holidays. For parties with a handful of people, having a single focal point will make it feel more communal. When you have a larger party in a small space, move your furniture toward the outer walls within your unit to make more room for people to move as they please without climbing over others.
5. Make It Cozy!
The best part of hosting is making everyone feel at home! We all know just how chilly winter in Minnesota can be. One of the best ways you can make your small space feel welcoming is by lighting a simmer pot. Grab a large cooking pot, and fill it with water, cinnamon, apple slices, eucalyptus leaves, and other goodies to create a whimsical aroma. There are several recipes available to create the perfect simmer pot that will fill the air with delightful, seasonal scents.
Bottom Line--
Do you plan on hosting in your Hornig apartment or townhome this holiday season? Be sure to snap some pictures and send them to us on Instagram for a chance to be featured on our feed @hornigcompanies - we wish you all a very happy holiday season.
