Posts Tagged ‘Holidays’

Planning an apartment dinner party for friends? Here are 5 steps to help make throwing a great dinner party a simple, easy task. 1. Enlist Some Help Be it your significant other, roommate or a friend, find someone to help you run the show. This person can help you set up, help you in the […] read more

In need of some decorating ideas for your dinner party? From music to the menu, well thought out ideas go a long way. It’s important to set the tone of your dinner party with a variety of decorations that work in concert with one another. Here are a couple of ideas that every host should […] read more

Throwing an apartment-complex holiday party is a great way to get to know your neighbors and develop friendships with the people who can help you out when you need to borrow some flour. Having a party with the neighbors can be a little more complicated than having a party with friends. Who should you invite? Should you invite all of your neighbors when you don’t know everyone in your building? Perhaps most importantly, how will you fit everyone in your tiny apartment? Here are some party ideas to help you throw a successful bash for your whole building. read more

We all know that Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and giving thanks. But sometimes when you live in an homogenized, bland apartment, it can be a little hard to get into the spirit. So how can you lift your spirits, make your apartment feel more homey, and get in the festive mood? Short of setting out an incredible good spread on the day itself, how can you make your surroundings tastefully and subtly show some Thanksgiving spirit? read more

You have a lot of friends and relatives, but you also have a tiny apartment. How can you fit all your loved ones into a small space for holiday gatherings? Beyond simple space considerations, you may also need to handle the nuances of various family/friendly relationships, different age groups, and various seating or dietary needs. Here are a few tips for a successful, rather than a hectic, Thanksgiving experience. read more