If
it’s your turn to host your family for the holidays in Lethbridge, you might feel more than a little
stressed. As a million questions run through your
mind and the unknown of how you’ll get everything done emerges, we are here to tell you that it can be a simple and organized
season.
Regardless of whether you are
having five or 50 guests over for the holidays, these
tips can help reduce your stress and ensure your home is safe and
comfortable.
- A storage-packed island will give you maximum space in the most important room during
the holidays—the kitchen. Keeping things organized
will give you the space you need to prepare food and visit with family.
After a full day of cooking, a kitchen island with hidden nooks and crannies makes it
easy to clear away the after-dinner mess so you can relax with loved ones.
- The holidays are a
wonderful time for you to dress up your fireplace with up-to-date design trends. It’s
common for families to gather around the fireplace, and having yours well
decorated will make for a festive and inviting space. Whether you want a television or
various decorations hung above the mantel, the possibilities to add a personal
touch are everywhere.
- Before the holidays is the perfect
time to call in the professionals at Pella Windows and Doors in
Lethbridge to insulate and seal your windows. Keep your guests
warm in those rooms you rarely use. Reduce the chilly drafts by adding insulation,
or even replacement
windows,
to make sure everyone has a warm and jolly holiday.
- Add some life in the dead of winter. Through the brisk season in Lethbridge, you might
struggle to find vibrant colors other than your friend’s ugly Christmas sweater or Grandma’s
cookie frosting. Get creative with indoor plants and flowers —this
will add some life and is a great outlet for a craft day.
- Whether you need
more chairs around your table or you want a dedicated area for the kids to eat,
make sure to provide enough easy seating and places to
dine for
your guests. Don’t forget about an inviting area
to settle after a big Thanksgiving dinner, either.
- Popular opinion
says holiday food is the best. Touch up on your home, but also fine-tune
your favorite recipes. When your food matches the beauty of your kitchen, your guests will want to come back to the best
kitchen in Lethbridge every year. If you don’t like cooking, have a little fun looking for
festive plates to put tasty treats on.
- Before the holidays is
the perfect time to check or install your smoke alarms.
It’s
easy to be forgetful, especially during busy holidays. No matter how great of a cook you are, sometimes things
go wrong in the kitchen—it is better to be prepared and keep your guests safe.
- While they may not get much use throughout the year, dining rooms finally get the action they deserve around the
holidays. Whether you’re gearing toward elegant or festive,
there are infinite up-to-date design options you can take advantage of. Add anything
from a grouping of candles to a bowl of pinecones to bring attention to the
center of the table as a wintry statement piece.
- With bay windows there
are endless possibilities to expand your
space and utilize a nook. Get creative and add tables, chairs or even a storage bench. Make this a special space for your family to enjoy the holidays,
and spend time together throughout the year.
- Last,
no matter how many projects you complete
before the holidays, only do what
you can and still make time with your loved ones. Use
your skills to create a humble abode for all. There isn’t a better time to feel at home in
Lethbridge than the holidays. Toss in some comfy throw pillows and enjoy.
For more tips on making your holiday season a little more cozy
for your friends and family, stop in to see
our professionals at Pella Windows and Doors in our Lethbridge showroom or call
us at 403-328-2517.
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