Our Top Tips for a No-Fuss Holiday Season
These helpful organization tips will turn your busy home into a cozy winter escape.
A stress-free holiday season starts at home. Whether you’re hosting this year or looking for a retreat between events, curated spaces and systems is the best gift you can give to your family.
Not sure where to start? Read on to make every part of the holiday season an absolute joy!
No-Fuss Guests
Get the party started this season with these strategies for no-hectic hosting:
SET THE TONE
SET THE TONE: Create a relaxing vibe for overnight guests with a “Help Yourself” basket stocked with everything they might need for their stay. Little extras like this adorable acrylic wifi sign will make guests feel extra pampered.
SIMPLIFY YOUR DECOR: We love the way Pure Salt Interiors uses transitional decor. Instead of buying Santa-themed pillows you’ll use one month out of the year, consider investing in a comfy pillow and throw set or a winter wreath to keep your space cozy and chic all season long.
MAKE TIME FOR PLAY: It’s easy to overschedule during the holidays. Put out games and crafts to encourage plenty of time for relaxed, schedule-free connections.
No-Fuss Travel
Are you making the trip to visit family this season? We’ve got you covered. Here are some of our tried and tested tips for taking the stress out of holiday travel:
MAKE A ZONE: Be ready to travel all year round with a travel zone (full of to-go size necessities) set up in a laundry room, bathroom, or storage closet.
PACK BY OUTFIT: Empower your kids to dress themselves for the day by packing the day’s outfits in labeled clear bags.
THINK ACCESSORIES: Stay holiday-party ready and suitcase-friendly by investing in holiday accessories vs. a complete outfit so you can mix and match with your wardrobe.
Our top Away picks:
Try this suitcase for easy in-cabin travel.
This space-saving shoe cube keeps luggage clean.
A garment sleeve protects hanging items—you can even monogram it!
Christina uses this dopp kit for in-flight snacks.
No-Fuss Decor Organization
Deck the halls with intention with these helpful decor tips:
PREP TO BAKE: Planning on adding some edible decor around the home, like a gingerbread house or Christmas cookies? Create a central space for baking supplies and ingredients in easy reach of your oven, using recipes to guide your inventory.
BUY WITH INTENTION: The holiday aisles at Target are steeped with tempting purchases, but admiring without feeling pressured to buy will go a long way towards reducing clutter in your home and ensuring everything has a place and purpose.
GET FUNCTIONAL: Holiday-themed functional decor like storage jars or platters can be a great way to invest in holiday staples that will last.
From Our Home to Yours
On behalf of the Graceful Spaces family, we wish you a relaxing and fun-filled holiday season! We look forward to more tips and tours in the coming year.
