Temple & Webster’s stylists have pulled together three checklists to ensure your Christmas plans are on track. From your front door wreath to Christmas lights, enjoy a stress-free holiday season.
CHECKLIST 1: Decorate the house
Home
- wreath on the front door
- find suitable area to display cards
- tree (real or faux) and tree stand
- sort baubles and decorations, repair and clean
- add to decorations as required
- check lights (indoor and outdoor) for faults
Wrapping
- decide wrapping theme – one for kids, one for adults
- stock up on paper, sticky tape, bows, ribbon
- plan for awkward shapes with bags and boxes, write name tags (bought or homemade)
Gifts
- check online delivery dates
- consider idea of book/plant/gift token for everyone
- keep a few spare gifts ready-wrapped
Traditions
- the Advent calendar
- stockings
- letter to Santa
CHECKLIST 2: Decorate the table
Practical
- extra serving dishes
- extra glassware
- extra crockery including mugs extra knives, forks, spoons and serving ware
- extra napkins and placemats
- carafes and pitchers for drinks
- table cloth – washed and ironed
- extra chairs
Decorative
- vases for flowers
- place names or tags around napkins
- bunting, garlands or decorative elements candles, candleholders, tealights
CHECKLIST 3: Prepare for the party
Plan ahead
- order meat or seafood (note pickup date)
- stock up on your favourite tipple
- quality snacks for drop-in guests
- pudding, cake and mince pies
Foodie gifts
- wine, boutique oils, biscuits
- make your own (don’t forget pretty packaging)
Last minute tasks
- milk and bread for Christmas week (plus extra to freeze)
- ripe summer fruit summer salad ingredients
- flowers and foliage for house and table
Happy planning!
Comments
Great lists! Here we are, 2 December and I have already forgotten to put the little treat in the advent calendar pocket last night… it’s going to be a long month!