The holidays are approaching and I’m sure you’re going to have guests. Today I’d like to share a few tips to prepare for their arrival. Aside from the usual dusting.(lol).. it’s always good to refresh the sheets. I always give them a quick spray with a favorite linen spray.
Have a welcoming station nearby to show them how happy you are to have them. I created this with two unused items I had lying around the house. This little project cost me $3.50 to make – you can view how to here
I leave a spare key for them to use (just in case I’m not home and they need to get back in)
Utilize the dresser drawer space for spare toiletries.
(don’t think I’m crazy, but yes, that’s a burned out candle) I keep that tucked in there, because even though I can no longer use it, the smell is still strong, so it acts a freshener ( I remove it prior to the guest arrive and place it back in there when they’re gone). That one candle keeps all the drawers smelling fresh.
One special touch is to get a photo of who’s coming (if you have one) and place it in frame, it’ll make them smile when they see a photograph of themselves in your home.
Have ample room for them to place their luggage. A trunk at the foot of the bed is always good to have to stow the pillows and for guests to place the suitcase on.
A small bedside lamp or overhead lighting with a low watt bulb is always good at night when the ceiling light is too bright.
A soft bedskirt placed across the end of the bed can also be a foot-warmer for additional comfort.
Keep a trinket dish on the nightstand to hold small jewelry items (i.e rings, necklace)
Of course having magazines or books are also good to have for late night reading materials. I really enjoy having guests come and truly cherish the moments while they’re here. Making guests as comfortable as possible and providing that home-away-from home feeling not only gives me joy, but knowing I made their stay a pleasurable experience,which ensures they’ll be happy to come back.
I hope I offered some wonderful tips that will help you make your guest’s stay with you all the better. If you have any other tips, please share – I’d love to hear them.
Sending smooches..
Great ideas! I love having guests over. The framed tray is to die for!!
Thanks Danielle, glad you like it
Great tips I do a lot of them but only for those I want to stay a while – otherwise they get too comfortable and think their leaving would stress me… LOL I have family pictures hanging in my guest rooms but will add your idea to make sure one includes the current guest.
Thanks so much!
You’re quite welcome CJ.. (You’re funny). Heeeheee glad I introduced you to one of them ?
I will send my photo today! 🙂
I loved your tips and the guest room looks absolutely gorgeous. You would have to kick me out.
Hey Toni! Thank you, I truly appreciate your compliment..(I wouldn’t kick you out, but I will start tapping my toes saying ..hmmmm ) lol.. Smooches. Thanks for stopping by the blog
Okay let me just say this, you can invite me to your home any day of the week lol. I am sitting here getting jealous thinking, I want to go LOL. I love everything you’ve put out to make your guest feel at home. And it says so much about you. You’re simply amazing.
Kia / KTS
http://www.houseofkts.com
Awwww Kia.. I’m sending you a hug with this note.. Girlfriend.. Come on down ☺️ I would truly love your company
Wonderful tips. I would be afraid they would not leave. 🙂 . But its so nice to have guest feel welcome and comfy. I do use a few of your tips. The one tip that I love is a memorable framed photo of them. Love them all. Great tips. I also like to put a small crystal tumbler glass and carafe for water on the nightstand.
Hey Linda.. I’m so happy you enjoyed my tips and got a new suggestion.. I like the water idea.. Gotta add that to the list. I love how we all learn from each other ?
Love the room and great suggestions. One thing I do in my guestroom is leave a copy the WiFi login and password in the guest room.
That’s a great suggestion! I love it… And thanks for the compliment