With the holidays usually comes travel and, therefore, the occasional houseguest. Let's be honest, having a guest staying in your home, while enjoyable, is work. I came across these tips on preparing for a houseguest and thought they were worth sharing. Think of it as a helping hand this holiday season. The tips are from Martha Stewart's Website; you can find a printable checklist here.
Preparing for a houseguest, Martha style:
~ Allot adequate closet and drawer space and provide hangers.
~ Fully stock your refrigerator and pantry, and take into account any special food requirements.
~ Have a full-length mirror in the bedroom.
~ Have a working alarm clock in the bedroom.
~ Invest in a few small touches in the room, such as bottled water, chocolates, or fresh flowers.
~ Provide a sitting area with a pillow and throw, an adjacent table, and a good adjustable-brightness lamp in the room your guests will be staying in.
~ Provide extra blankets for temperature control in the bedroom.
~ Provide reading material, including several magazines and a daily newspaper.
~ Stock enough towels, washcloths and hand towels for all guests.
~ Stock up on toilet paper and other necessities and make sure they know where to locate extras.
Does anyone else have any other tips for hosting houseguests?
Photo from www.marthastewart.com
8 comments:
Thank goodness most of my family is here in the city I live. We never have any guests.. well, hardly ever. (teenagers don't count, do they?)
I love Martha! She thinks of everything! Can you imagine staying at her place??
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Laura
I think that about covers everything a guest could ever need.
Guests are wonderful, at least for a few days! LOL!
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Sissie
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I feel so lucky to have come across your blog. Your bits of beauty and wisdom have enriched my life greatly.
I especially enjoyed reading "Why Beauty Matters". I highly reccomend to anyone that hasn't read it yet, to do so! I just love your thoughts! :)
Thanks again. You have brought much beauty into my life. :)
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Laura
We will be having guests over the holidays. Thank you for this lovely reminder of how to make their stay comfortable.
Best,
Bonnie
I believe Martha covered everything and then some. Personally I like the guest room when it's down the street or in a guest house, but shhh, don't tell I said that. You know what they say - Fish and house guest smell after three days.
Sam
Well our Texan's are coming for week, but I don't consider them guests! Thanks for sharing these tips!
Leamm
Thank you so much for your kind words, Laura!! xx
What a great idea for guests! Thanks!!!!!
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