4 tips for freshening up your entertaining spaces for the holidays

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By Lauren Parker, AAA San Ramon

Ready or not, the holidays are here! And, whether you’re looking to make a good impression or just want to liven up your living area, here are four ideas for adding some pizzazz to your entertaining spaces before company arrives.

1. Add Seating

Skip the metal folding chairs and opt for something more stylish and fun. Storage cubes and cushioned ottomans pull double duty, and you can’t get more diverse than the options for floor cushions. They come in nearly every color, shape and style imaginable and are great for guests who don’t mind lounging on the floor — namely, kids.

2. Cozy Up

The Scandinavians use the word “hygge” (pronounced HOO-gah) to describe a lifestyle of cozy contentment. So how you can create hygge for your guests? Light a fire in the fireplace or candles around a room, add throws for bundling up, dim the lights, play soft music, and serve up hot chocolate before your meal.

3. Prep the Kitchen

After all, this is the room where you and your guests will be spending most of your time this holiday season. Give your kitchen a good deep cleaning, then organize the pantry or cupboards to make room for the influx of groceries you’re bringing home. Lastly, stock up on to-go containers and impress your guests by sending them home with leftovers.

4. Tackle Your To Do List

Now is the time to tackle those miscellaneous projects that went undone over the summer. A loose doorknob to the bathroom? Lightbulbs burned out? Don’t forget about the outside of your home. A good impression starts the moment your guests pull up to the curb.

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