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The beginning of November marks the start of the holiday season. Along with warmth, holiday cheer, and comfort food, comes the stressful task of hosting. Opening up your home for the holidays can mean more eyes on it than ever before. While this can feel intimidating, we've gathered a few of our favorite tips to help you prepare your home for Thanksgiving- and make hosting feel just a little bit easier.
Set the Table
The most important part of Thanksgiving is, of course, the meal! Create a tablescape that matches the rich, delicious food you’ll be serving. A table runner goes a long way in transforming an everyday dining space into a warm and classy holiday setting. Here are a few runner styling options to spruce up your table.
1. Classic Neutrals
A multi-faceted table runner can be brought out for any special occasion and adds just the right amount of elegance to your Thanksgiving meal.
2. Homey Harvest
Thanksgiving signals the very last of autumn and the shift into the winter months. Celebrate the cozy warmth of this meal with rich colors. Nothing says classic Thanksgiving like a plaid.
3. Go Glam
A glamorous table runner, like a sparkle or a velvet, will be sure to wow guests. This elevated look sets a festive scene and rings in the start of the holiday season.
Drapery
Window treatments can bring a whole room together. Whether you’re preparing to have guests over, or you’re just transitioning into the new season, the start of the holidays is the perfect time to consider swapping old panels for a new look.
A sheer curtain panel creates a soft and breezy ambiance. Styled alone, these dreamy neutrals open up a space and let the light in. Perfect for layering, a sheer panel can also be styled with heavy panel styles to prepare for darker and colder winter days.
Velvet panels are a quick way to create refined luxury. Soft to the touch, and designed in warm jewel tones, this is the ideal autumn and winter curtain panel. Plus velvet, or other thick materials, help to keep out any extra cold air.
Throws
Between the hearty meal, the scent of spices in the air, and crisp weather outside, Thanksgiving might be the coziest holiday of them all. Throw blankets are essentials for when you or your guests need to bundle up post-turkey.
Cozy Patterns
Simple patterns, like a neutral plaid, feel like classic autumn. Layer one of these cotton-blend throws on the sofa for a soft and festive touch. (Eastern Accents Eastham throw is a Quickship item, which means it can ship in just three days–in plenty of time for the holidays!)
Luxurious Wool
100% wool makes a difference you can feel. Wool throws are a high quality investment for any day of the year, but holiday company is sure to want to bundle up in the luxurious feel. (This Eastern Accents throw is a Quickship item, which means it can ship in just three days–in plenty of time for the holidays!)
Festive Faux Fur
A faux fur throw draped on the sofa channels instant glamour. Try bringing in richly warm tones like chocolate brown and stone gray that feel just as inviting as the rest of the holiday.
The Guest Bedroom
Hosting for Thanksgiving can also mean extended hosting for family, in-laws, or friends. Create a guest bedroom that they’ll love spending time in- but that also allows for easy cleaning and arranging.
Coverlets
Coverlets are the secret to a guest bedroom that’s high style but low maintenance. The majority of Eastern Accents coverlets are washable, which makes them perfect for swapping in and out. After your guest's stay is over, these bedding essentials can go right in the wash.
Light, yet cozy, coverlets are a dream for layering.
- Use a coverlet under the duvet or comforter for added warmth
- Pair with a bed scarf for an extra pop of color at the end of the bed, without too much added warmth
- Keep it simple and use a coverlet on its own in warmer climates
Dutch Euros
We love decorative bed shams– but in a guest room, too many pillows can feel unnecessary. For a scaled down look, try dutch euros instead of typical euro shams. The height of a euro, but the width of a king sham (27x37) two dutch euros will rest perfectly on a king sized bed. Dutch euros are ideal for reading and lounging against the headboard; plus, less pillows on the bed makes tidying up a little easier.
Bring in a Throw Blanket
These loveable additions aren’t only for the sofa. Add one to the guest bedroom to instantly dress up the bed. Plush and warm, throws are another layering option for colder sleepers.
Explore these Eastern Accents pieces and more online to spruce up your home for the upcoming holiday season!
