Last week, I decided to asked my facebook fans this question. If you could ask an lifestyle expert how to make the holidays less stressful, what questions would you ask? Here's what we came up with.
1. This is my first time hosting a holiday party and I don't know where to begin. Where should I start?
2. I'm hosting a holiday potluck with family. What advice do you have for making it go smooth and stress free?
3. How do I get my kids and husband to help out more with holiday party planning?
4. What is the one thing I should do to avoid holiday party burnout?
Good questions!
Well, guess what? I had the opportunity to get advice from someone who knows a thing or two about holiday planning. Watch lifestyle and entertaining expert Limor Suss give tips on how to make your holidays less stressful by answering questions just for Stacie Sayz So readers. How cool is that!
Thanks for the great advice Limor!
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That it doesn't ALL have to get done. It's ok to let some things go!
ReplyDeleteOMG - reminding potluck goers to bring already heated food (crockpot) or don't plan on heating at the location. Not always something I (or others) think about! :)
ReplyDeleteThe LED lights on the mantel are awesome! Now I need a fireplace :) Slow cooking early is brilliant too.
ReplyDeleteFor a potluck, get a slow cooker, make something, and transport it to the place of the party, saves time and stress of cooking. Make an appetizer in a slow cooker, cuts down on clutter in the kitchen.
ReplyDeleteI like the Tip about decorating the table and setting the table the day before the gathering. I love her tip in using ornaments as table decorations!
ReplyDeleteI like the potluck tip as well.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite tip is to just take some time for yourself! To remember to tell yourself to breathe and that the holidays are supposed to be fun!
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My favorite tip from the video, when going to a potluck holiday dinner, make your dish in the slow cooker. When you get to the gathering, all you need to do is plug it in, no waiting for the oven :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite tip was to set the table the day before. It's a really good idea - one less thing to worry about day-of!
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to use ornaments to decorate holiday table
ReplyDeleteI like the make your food in your slow cooker then just unplug and bring the slow cooker to the party- also bring something you don't have to heat up.
ReplyDeleteI like the stocking stuffer ideas she has.
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to decorate and set the table the day before.
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to use LED marquee lights on the mantle. It really adds a nice touch!
ReplyDeleteI like the pot luck tip the best.
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to give a Keurig mini to the kitchen guru on your list.
ReplyDeleteI like the slow cooker idea. We have a big family Christmas party every year and people come and go all throughout so this would be good to keep everything warm for hours
ReplyDeleteI like the tip about decorating the table and setting the table the day before the gathering.
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I like the comment on taking time for yourself.
ReplyDeleteI love the tip to use the slow cooker and cook ahead!
ReplyDeleteI like the LED lights idea!
ReplyDeleteI love Jcp (:
ReplyDeleteI liked the idea of setting up the table the day before.
ReplyDeleteThe tips for pot potluck
ReplyDeleteI like the decorating tips. The LED marquee signs are cute.
ReplyDeleteI really loved the potluck idea for the meal! I think we are going to try that this year....will help so much to have everyone bring something!
ReplyDeleteI love the tip that you decorate the table the day before- that is a great idea and definitely time saving!
ReplyDeleteI love using ornaments as table décor - I just started doing that! There are so many amazing ones now they make a striking centerpiece.
ReplyDeleteI loved a lot of them the decorating tips especially decorating the table in advance. I also love transporting in the crockpot because I do it all the time!
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ReplyDeleteI like ornaments as decorations on the table idea.
ReplyDeleteI like the potluck tip! that really helps
ReplyDeleteI liked the potluck tip and table decorations.
ReplyDeleteI love the potluck tip.
ReplyDeleteI like the tip about using ornaments as table decorations.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of using ornaments as centerpieces!
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to set the table the day before.
ReplyDeletethe list ideas, of texting yourself a list but also making a list on paper
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ReplyDeleteI like the slow cooker/potluck tip. I love my slow cooker and rely on it frequently during the holiday season. It would be perfect for a potluck!
ReplyDeleteI love the faux fur throw gift idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!
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I like decorating my mantle during the holidays, and I like her tip of a different way to decorate instead of candles. #ProductReviewParty
ReplyDeleteLove the LED lights on the mantel, great idea!
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I love the marquis LED lights on the mantle! And decorating with ornaments is so smart!
She is so right about getting the table done the day before the guest come. It just seems to take me so long to get that part done. So having it already done is a big plus!
ReplyDeleteI think it's smart to set the table the day before!
ReplyDeleteUse ornaments as centerpiece decorations! Such a cheap, great idea!
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to use ornaments as decorations.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great giveaway - I haven't even started shopping yet...I know, but there's still a few more days left! Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea to make food that does not need heating up...I'm taking that advice for this week's potluck.
ReplyDeleteBring your potluck contribution in a slow cooker so you're not having to use someone's oven
ReplyDeleteGetting everything ready ahead of time. I would probably need to start 3 days or so ahead vs the day before she recommends. A.L.
ReplyDeletethe potluck tip!
ReplyDeleteI like the potluck tip - glad to know I've been doing something right!
ReplyDeleteI like the stocking stuffer tips
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of setting the table for a dinner party the day before. I never thought of that!
ReplyDeletedecorate the table the day before
ReplyDeleteI like the ideaof using ornaments as table decor.
ReplyDeleteI liked the tip about using cupcake ornaments as a centerpiece.
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ReplyDeleteI like the tip of texting yourself the holiday list. I had never thought of this before.
ReplyDeleteLove the tip to use ornaments as decorations.
ReplyDeleteWe do a lot of potlucks at work, ill definately use your tips. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI love the potluck tips especially - using a slow cooker.
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i like the tip to use the slow cooker for a party. i need to start doing this to save me time and hassle
ReplyDeleteI love a beautifully decorated table. And using ornaments is such a creative idea. Great idea for the slow cooker and a potluck!
ReplyDeleteDecorating the day before is a great tip. It relieves so much stress and can save a lot of time. Thx for shsring'n
ReplyDeleteI'm always the type to wait until the last minute to start my Christmas shopping, glad i'm not in charge of the Christmas cooking.
ReplyDeleteI love a good holiday potluck! Living abroad and being away from family and friends back home, its important to not stress over the small stuff and just enjoy the holiday spirit. Thanks for the tips!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas. I did a post to help with making holiday hosting stress-free and shared some of the same tips.
ReplyDeleteDang it! I totally missed the giveaway but JCPenney has definitely stepped their game up in recent years.
ReplyDeleteI actually like JCP. bummer I missed the giveaway. lol I think potlucks are a great idea. I don't like hosting or cooking like that so one or two dishes (maybe 3) and I'm good. Definitely less stressful than making everything yourself.
ReplyDeleteThe holiday season is full of joy and excitement. I don't allow myself or anyone else to burn me out.
ReplyDeleteSo sad I missed the giveaway, I'm late! Congrats to the winner! I love the tips from Limor, especially the decorating tips and letting guests take away the ornaments as gifts.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry I missed the giveaway :(. I am loving the pajamas - one of my favorite things to buy during the holidays. As far as hosting, accept help and try to relax. My family gets together on Christmas Eve and we've decided to do a brunch.
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