9 TIPS TO HOST AN AWESOME CHRISTMAS IN YOUR NEW HOME

Are you a new homeowner? Christmas is not too far, and you’re probably excited to host your first Christmas in your new nest. While getting your new space ready for the festivities can seem a little overwhelming, there are ways to make it more fun and less stressful. Here are a few key tips on how to celebrate Christmas at home.

1. Sort Your Space: Christmas Plans for Your New Place

As a new homeowner, you’re likely to experience some struggle with the idea of entertaining in your home. That is because you  are still in the process of familiarising yourself with your new home and all its corners. The first step to hosting a superb Christmas celebration at home is to plan your entertainment spaces wisely.

Think about where you want your friends and family to hang out. Do you want them to mingle on your patio? Or would you like them to be in the dining area, closer to the kitchen, so they can lend you a hand without missing the festivities? Set up your entertainment area accordingly.

2. Clear First, Decorate Next: Easy Holiday Decorating Tips

Creating a clean slate is essential by removing or repositioning existing decor before decorating your home with a Christmas tree and other festive trinkets. Prioritise to declutter your home to ensure a clean canvas for your holiday embellishments. Incorporate tasteful and minimalist elements such as Christmas stockings, stars, lights, and other seasonal adornments; this will become your saviour and will double as a Christmas party decor idea.

3. Protect and Replace: Safeguarding Fragile Items

Ease the anxiety of hosting gatherings by stowing away delicate belongings. Shield your favourite fragile items from accidental breakage and potential spills by temporarily replacing or removing delicate/white runners or sofa covers with festive alternatives in red and green hues. This idea will save you from unnecessary disappointments and make your room look bigger without a lot of fuss.

4. Online Shopping: Avail Discounts & Avoid Crowd

We cannot leave out the gigantic task of shopping for gifts and groceries when discussing Christmas party ideas. Marching down to the overcrowded shopping centres can be quite frustrating. And what happens when you forget to buy something – a second frustrating shopping trip.

Why not shop for all your stuff from the comfort of your new home? Doing so can save you great hassle during the festive season. Another option is to order your groceries in advance and pick them up later on Christmas Eve. Your new local suppliers will be happy to do that, and you’ll get to explore your new neighbourhood without getting overwhelmed.

5. Game Time: Festive Fun with Christmas Activities

One of the easiest Christmas Day celebration ideas is to raise festive spirits by introducing engaging games that tap into the spirit of friendly competition. Equip your home with a selection of card games, Christmas-themed charades, and other entertaining activities to ensure a lively and enjoyable celebration.

6. Classic Comforts: Time-Tested Christmas Recipes

As a Christmas event idea, do not try out new stuff – like a recipe you’ve never cooked before. Don’t explore unfamiliar territory if you’re not confident about it. Stick to the classics, especially when it comes to planning your Christmas Day meal. You don’t want to bend backwards to develop something new because your new home will be the party’s talk.

7. Kitchen Prep: Getting Appliances Ready

There’s no denying that food is a major part of Christmas. Does your new kitchen have appliances that you haven’t had the chance to use as much? It’s time you spot these newbies and try them before you begin cooking your Christmas delicacies.

A big one is an oven that you’ll use often for all the baking. Make sure you test it out beforehand if it runs colder or hotter than your previous one. You always want to give yourself enough preparation time in a new kitchen.

8. Prep ahead: Snacks, Decor, and Pre-Party

It might look like you’ve got a lot of time for cooking and decorating on the big festival day, but it would be good not to overestimate. Being in a new home entails much more than just doing the chores. Why not prepare the dining and entertainment areas the night before?

If you plan to put out snacks and drinks on Christmas, have these ready in the fridge on Christmas Eve. This way, the whole thing will be as simple as pulling them out when your party guests begin to arrive.

9. Festive Break: Wear Your Santa Hat and Enjoy the Moment

Planning festivities in a brand-new home can be exhausting, to say the least. You’re going to have a million things to take care of. And if you’re a family, consider those million tasks doubled (or tripled). In all this discord, don’t forget to give yourself time to take a break and get in the Christmas groove.

Make sure you pause the preparations and put on your festive gear (unless you prefer your Santa pyjamas for the party). Try taking regular breaks throughout the day to enjoy yourself. Don’t be buried in the kitchen all day. After all, it’s a celebration!

Final words

Bringing your friends and family together for a big celebration in your new home can be super exciting and quite mind-boggling at the same time. It’s easy to forget about the real meaning of the festival while running around to get the house looking just right. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Keep reading our blogs to get more details on how to celebrate Christmas at home, making it less exhausting and more enjoyable.

Our Sterling family wishes you a Merry Christmas. May Santa Claus bring all the happiness and peace you wished for!